Lighting Controls Application Engineer

CEF?- The UK’s Industry Leading Electrical Wholesaler with over 390 branches, have a fantastic opportunity for someone in the industry who is looking for a brighter tomorrow!

The Lighting Controls Application Engineer, reporting to the Commercial Operation Director, will review large lighting enquiries / projects in multiple verticals and select / design the correct control solution f- including [where applicable] dimming topologies and architectures.

What we’re looking for

• Understanding of different dimming topologies and architectures such as: standalone sensors, wired LCMs, DALI and DALI 2.
• Proficiency in MS Office & Bluebeam / CAD / Dialux / Relux
• Hands on work experience with different wired and wireless control systems in the lighting space.
• The ability to prepare and release 'technical submissions’ documentation for projects.
• The ability to present design solutions to internal sales and customers.
• Experience of managing day-to-day enquiries relating to control systems and required controls philosophies.
• An eye for detail and the ability to follow processes and create required documentation
• Understanding of Zigbee and BLE Mesh technologies.
• Understanding of CIBSE relevant lighting guides (i.e. LG7 / LG10 etc)
• A can-do attitude with a willingness to learn
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders
• Strong knowledge of industry codes and standards.
• Ability to communicate effectively and remain professional in circumstances under pressure
• Ability to work to tight schedules / deadlines

The role will be predominantly office based but will require site visits and may involve some overnight stays.

What will success look like?

• Build a pipeline of lighting control quotes /designs
• Great conversion ratio: of Enquires - designs completed - orders won
• Deep understanding of key supplier control systems
• Keep up to date with regulations and legislations related to controls protocols

Our CEF Values

We are a Caring Family - At CEF, we care about our people, as friends, as a community and as one team.

We are Humble & Honest - At CEF, we are modest and act with integrity, always holding ourselves to the highest standard.

We are Passionately Curious - At CEF, we are resourceful, we encourage our teams to take the initiative with a strong desire to be curious, and seek out opportunities, to learn and grow. We work together to find creative solutions.

We believe that attitude, learning and hard work should be rewarded. As well as highly competitive salaries, our annual bonus scheme is directly linked to the success of our business. We’re doing big things and so can you. If you have the right attitude you’ll be heard. We’ll back you because we believe in you, but more importantly, we want you to believe in yourself at CEF.