Director, Lighting Controls & Applications Engineering - Fusion Optix

• Strategic Leadership: Define and implement a strategy for controls and applications engineering aligned with Fusion Optix’s vision for next-generation lighting solutions. Lead the development of control systems and applications that add value, intelligence, and ease of use to our lighting products.
• Technical Development: Oversee the engineering and development of advanced control solutions, including both wired controls and wireless controls based on protocols such as WiFi and Bluetooth. Contribute to the development of advanced LED drivers, power modules, sensors, and controllers to ensure seamless integration with our architectural lighting products and meet market demands for both functionality and reliability.
• Product Integration: Collaborate closely with product design, engineering, and marketing teams to ensure that lighting controls enhance product performance, customer satisfaction, and market differentiation.
• Thought Leadership & Industry Engagement: Act as a thought leader in the lighting controls industry. Provide Continuing Education Units (CEUs), engage with lighting specifiers, designers, and architects to build relationships and increase Fusion Optix’s presence in the industry. Represent Fusion Optix at industry events and conferences, staying current on trends and promoting the company’s offerings.
• Sales & Marketing Support: Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to support go-to-market strategies for control-integrated products. Assist in developing sales tools, educational materials, and presentations that highlight control capabilities and value propositions for customers.
• Innovation & R&D: Lead research and development initiatives to incorporate cutting-edge technology, such as machine learning and predictive analytics, into lighting control systems. Drive adoption of open protocols (e.g., DALI, DMX, Zigbee) and customized applications for industry-leading functionality.
• Customer and Market Alignment: Work with sales and marketing teams to understand customer needs, application requirements, and market trends. Ensure solutions are optimized for real-world use and support customer success with tailored solutions.
• Team Development: Build and mentor a team of skilled engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Project Management: Oversee project timelines, budgets, and resources, ensuring successful delivery of control solutions within deadlines and scope.
• Quality Assurance: Establish and maintain high-quality standards for control solutions, from design to testing to post-launch support.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. Master’s degree is preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 8-10 years in lighting control systems, applications engineering, or a related role, with at least 3 years in a leadership position.
• Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of lighting control systems (e.g., DALI, DMX, Zigbee, WiFi, Bluetooth Mesh), IoT integration, and application software for lighting. Familiarity with both hardware and software aspects of control systems, including LED drivers, power modules, sensors, and controllers.
• Lighting Design Knowledge: Ability to understand lighting design and layouts, with experience in interpreting architectural lighting plans. Knowledge of lighting design software such as AGi32 or Dialux is a plus.
• Innovation Mindset: Proven track record in developing innovative control solutions that enhance product functionality and user experience.
• Leadership Skills: Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams, mentor engineers, and drive projects to successful completion.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze market trends, customer needs, and emerging technologies to inform product strategy.
• Communication & Presentation Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Experience in delivering presentations, CEUs, and educational content to industry professionals is a plus.

• Innovative Environment: Work with cutting-edge technology in an industry that combines art and science.
• Impactful Role: This role is central to Fusion Optix’s future vision, directly influencing the evolution of our lighting product portfolio.
• Professional Growth: Join a team dedicated to continuous improvement and industry leadership, with opportunities for learning and development.

Fusion Optix is a world leader in LED lighting. Founded in 2003, we are based in Woburn MA. We design, develop and manufacture components and modules that are used in LED lighting fixtures. We are a hard working, collegiate and international team that are revolutionizing the way people light their lives. Wherever we can, Fusion Optix promotes from within. Our philosophy is to reward commitment and loyalty as well as quality work, excellent customer service, high performing results and team contributions. Our compensation and benefits are designed to attract, reward and retain the best talent. In addition to competitive base salaries we offer quarterly bonuses and profit related pay. Our benefits package is also designed to be as supportive as possible. Our Fidelity 401K plan includes a generous 6% company matching. Our Gradifi benefit helps employees pay off existing student loans or save up for their child's college education. The company also provides comprehensive healthcare and dental, life and disability coverage with 100% of premiums paid for individuals. Fusion Optix was recently voted by Red Herring as one of the Top100 most innovative companies in the Americas and listed by Inc. Magazine as one of the fastest growing manufacturing company in the US. We have sold products to over 40 countries worldwide and our customers include some of the world's most distinguished brands. We are recognized as industry leaders in optics and our patented innovations can be found in products used every day in business or the home. As well as, the demanding scientific, medical, military and aerospace applications. Our company headquarter is in Woburn MA where we house our main air conditioned clean-room production operations. Visit our website (https://www.fusionoptix.com) or follow us on twitter (@fusionoptix).