Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or Computer Engineering.
Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 for all degrees earned.
7-15 years of hands-on experience in electrical design and automation for tooling and test systems.
2+ years of direct supervision experience, preferably supervising engineers.
Proven leadership in technical development and process improvement.
Experience with CAD tools for electrical design, such as Altium or AutoCAD Electrical.
Willingness to travel globally up to 10% of the time.
Responsibilities
Identify and drive the evaluation of new manufacturing technologies.
Supervise and mentor electrical engineers in their career development.
Lead the development and standardization of reusable tooling and test equipment architectures.
Design and develop electrical and automation systems for test fixtures and validation equipment.
Develop and evolve engineering processes to drive organizational change.
Drive improvement initiatives for test coverage, reliability, and efficiency.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define test requirements and tooling specifications.
Benefits
Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams.
Mentorship opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Involvement in innovative manufacturing technologies and processes.
Global travel experiences to broaden professional understanding.
Contribution to meaningful projects in product validation and quality assurance.
Full Job Description
Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Electrical Engineer to join our Custom Manufacturing Tooling Engineering team based in Coopersburg, PA. This role is ideal for professionals with a strong background in electrical design, automation systems, and test equipment development. You will be instrumental in designing, developing, and maintaining automated test systems and tooling solutions that support product validation, manufacturing, and quality assurance.
Responsibilities
Identify and drive the evaluation of new manufacturing technologies.
Supervise and mentor electrical engineers in all aspects of their career.
Lead the development and standardization of reusable tooling and test equipment architectures, including electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and BOMs.
Design and develop electrical and automation systems for test fixtures, tooling, and validation equipment.
Develop and evolve engineering processes, driving change across the organization.
Drive improvement initiatives to enhance test coverage, reliability, and efficiency.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (mechanical, software, manufacturing, Quality) to define test requirements and tooling specifications.
Integrate sensors, actuators, and instrumentation into test setups for data acquisition and control.
Ensure compliance with safety standards, industry regulations, and internal quality requirements.
Support root cause analysis and troubleshooting of test equipment failures or anomalies.
Provide technical documentation, training, and support to production and engineering teams.
Leverage proven problem-solving and project management capabilities to move initiatives from concept to completion.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or Computer Engineering.
Minimum, cumulative GPA of 3.00 for all degrees earned.
7-15 years of hands-on experience in electrical design and automation for tooling and test systems.
2+ years of direct supervision experience, preferably supervising engineers.
Proven leadership in technical development and process improvement.
Experience with CAD tools for electrical design (e.g., Altium, AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN).
Willingness to travel globally up to 10% of the time.
Preferred Qualifications
Strong understanding of electrical standards, safety codes, and instrumentation.
Experience programming PLCs, HMIs, and industrial controllers for automated test and tooling systems is a plus.
Familiarity with LabVIEW, Python, or other scripting languages for test automation.
About Lutron Electronics Company
Lutron Electronics Company is a privately held company that designs and manufactures lighting control systems and shading solutions for residential and commercial applications. The company was founded in 1961 and is headquartered in Coopersburg, Pennsylvania. Lutron Electronics Company's products are used in homes, offices, hotels, and other buildings around the world. The company has won numerous awards for its innovative products and sustainable business practices.
