Senior Test Engineer - LED Commercial Lights

Job Summary:

We're looking for a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Test and Validation Engineer to join our Quality Department in Hyderabad. In this role, you'll be instrumental in ensuring the quality and reliability of our LED lighting products by planning, executing, and documenting comprehensive validation and quality assurance tests. If you have strong expertise in photometric, functional, and accelerated life testing, coupled with a deep understanding of relevant national and international standards, we encourage you to apply!

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and Execute Test Plans: Create and implement thorough test plans for LED lighting products, covering all critical aspects.
• Perform Diverse Testing: Conduct a wide range of tests including photometric (luminous flux, efficacy, beam angle, CCT, CRI as per LM-79 and IS 16106), functional, electrical safety (as per IS 10322 Part 5/Section 1 to 8), and accelerated life tests.
• Ensure Compliance: Guarantee strict adherence to BIS, IS, IEC, and LM standards, along with relevant certification requirements.
• Lab Operations: Perform tests in dark rooms, dedicated test labs, and environmental chambers.
• Documentation & Reporting: Meticulously document and report test procedures, observations, and results with accuracy and completeness.
• Collaborate & Resolve: Work closely with R&D, Production, and Supply Chain Management (SCM) teams to effectively resolve any quality and performance issues.
• Maintain Lab Infrastructure: Oversee the maintenance, calibration, and overall management of lab testing instruments and infrastructure.
• Support Audits: Provide support for both internal and external audits (BIS, ISO, customer inspections), including NABL documentation and surveillance assessments.
• Mentor & Train: Train and mentor junior engineers and technicians on QA processes and established standards.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (B.E.) – Electrical, Electronics, or related field.
• 3 to 6 years of hands-on experience in product testing, preferably in LED lighting, electronics, or electrical manufacturing.
• Experience with testing procedures under BIS (IS 10322, IS 16101), IEC 60598, IEC 61000, LM79, and LM80 standards.
• Experience in a NABL or BIS-accredited lab is a plus.

Skills Required:

• Strong analytical and documentation skills.
• High attention to detail in testing and report generation.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel, Word, and standard QA software tools.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Problem-solving mindset with a collaborative work ethic.
• Conduct photometric measurements (luminous flux, efficacy, beam angle, CCT, CRI, etc.) as per LM-79 and IS 16106.
• Perform electrical safety tests for luminaires as per IS 10322 (Part 5/Section 1 to 8).
• Operate and calibrate instruments such as:
• Goniophotometer / Integrating sphere with spectrometer
• Hi-pot tester, Earth continuity tester, Insulation resistance tester
• Thermal chamber, Lux meters, Multimeters
• Ensure test methods and conditions comply with NABL / ISO/IEC 17025 standards.
• Document and prepare technical test reports with accuracy and completeness.
• Maintain traceability and calibration status of all test equipment.
• Assist in method validation, uncertainty calculation, and internal audits.
• Coordinate with the Quality/Accreditation team to support NABL documentation and surveillance assessments.
• Ensure safe and efficient operation in the laboratory environment.
• Degree in Electrical, Electronics, or related field.
• Sound knowledge of: 10322 series, LM-79, IS 16106, IEC 60598, and related standards.
• Familiarity with test equipment, measurement procedures, and lab documentation practices.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow standardized procedures.

Instrumentation & Equipment Experience (Preferred)

Photometric Testing:

• Goniophotometer

• Integrating Sphere

• Lux Meter

• Luminance Meter

• Dark Room Setup

Electrical & Functional Testing:

• Digital Power Analyzer (e.g., Yokogawa, Fluke)

• High Voltage / Hipot Tester

• Surge Generator / EFT Simulator

• LCR Meter

• Oscilloscope, Multimeter

• Functional Testing Rigs

Environmental & Reliability Testing:

• Accelerated Life Test (ALT) Chambers

• Thermal and Humidity Chambers

• Salt Spray Chamber

• Burn-in Racks

• Drop Tester / Vibration Table

• IP Testing Setup