Designation:
Manager
Department:
R&D
Employment Type:
Full Time, Permanent
Role Category:
Solar LED Lighting
Location:
ECIL, Hyderabad
Reporting:
Business Head – E&E
Role Overview:
We are looking for an experienced
R&D professional
with strong technical expertise in
Solar LED lighting products
. The ideal candidate should have deep product knowledge, hands-on experience in developing new LED luminaires, and the ability to drive innovation. This role involves leading product design, development, testing, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Roles and Responsibilities
1. Lead Product Development
Lead the design and development of new
solar LED lighting products
from concept to commercialization.
2.Product Design & Innovation
Conceptualize and develop
innovative LED luminaires, solar lighting systems, and energy-efficient solutions
.
3.Research & Technology Evaluation
Research new technologies and evaluate components such as
LEDs, drivers, optics, batteries, charge controllers, and heat sinks
.
4.Prototype Development
Prepare
BOM (Bill of Materials)
, develop prototypes, and conduct product validation and testing.
5.Performance Improvement
Analyze existing products and implement improvements in
efficiency, thermal performance, reliability, and cost optimization
.
6.Testing & Compliance
Ensure products meet industry standards such as
BIS, IEC, LM79, LM80, TM21, IP ratings, and surge protection requirements
.
7.Lighting Laboratory Testing
Perform and supervise testing using equipment such as
Goniophotometer, Integrating Sphere, Environmental Chambers, and Surge Generators
.
8.Cross-Functional Coordination
Work closely with
production, quality, procurement, and supply chain teams
to ensure smooth product development and launch.
9.Technical Documentation
Prepare and maintain
technical drawings, product specifications, test reports, and compliance documentation
.
10.Failure Analysis & Troubleshooting
Conduct
root cause analysis
of product failures and implement corrective and preventive actions.
11.Certification & External Lab Coordination
Coordinate with
third-party laboratories
for testing, certifications, and regulatory approvals.
12.Technical Support
Provide
technical expertise to sales and marketing teams
during customer meetings and project discussions.
13.Continuous Innovation
Drive
new ideas and technology adoption
to enhance the company’s solar lighting product portfolio.
Qualifications and Experience
Educational Qualifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in
Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field
.
Additional certification or training in
LED lighting technology, solar energy systems, or product design
is an advantage.
Experience
7–10 years of experience
in
Research & Development (R&D)
within the
Solar LED lighting industry
.
Proven experience in
designing and developing LED luminaires, solar street lights, and energy-efficient lighting solutions
.
Hands-on experience with
LED drivers, solar charge controllers, batteries, optics, and thermal management
.
Experience in
product prototyping, validation testing, and product lifecycle management
.
Strong understanding of
lighting standards and testing procedures
such as
LM79, LM80, TM21, BIS, IEC, IP ratings, surge protection, CRI, and CCT
.
Experience working with
lighting laboratory equipment
such as
Integrating Sphere, Goniophotometer, Environmental Chambers, and Surge Generators
.
Ability to
lead R&D projects independently from concept to product launch
.
Experience in coordinating with
cross-functional teams and external testing laboratories for certification and compliance
.
Key Skills
Solar LED Lighting Product Development
LED Driver and Solar Charge Controller Design
LED Module and Luminaire Design
Thermal Management and Heat Sink Design
Optical Design and Light Distribution Analysis
PCB Design Basics and Electrical Schematics
Lighting Standards and Compliance (BIS, IEC, LM79, LM80, TM21)
Lighting Laboratory Testing (Integrating Sphere, Goniophotometer)
Product Prototyping and Validation Testing
BOM Preparation and Component Selection
Root Cause Analysis and Troubleshooting
Energy Efficiency Optimization
Surge Protection and IP Rating Knowledge
Technical Documentation and Test Report Preparation
Cross-Functional Team Coordination
Project Management in R&D
Innovation and New Technology Evaluation
Problem Solving and Analytical Thinking
Communication and Technical Presentation Skills
