Textile Development Engineer
Lutron Electronics
Develop and manage textile fabrics for Lutron window treatment products.
21 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Coopersburg, PA
Office Full-Time
Company Size
3,147 Employees
Service Specialisms
Lighting Control Systems
Home Automation
Energy Management
Design
Technical Services
Consulting
Engineering
Project Management
Sector Specialisms
Residential
Commercial
Hospitality
Office
Healthcare
Higher Education
Government
Educational Institutions
Role
What you would be doing
textile r&d
fabric development
statistical analysis
process improvement
vendor collaboration
documentation
- Drive textile R&D initiatives to support innovation, enhance product performance, and expand our fabric portfolio
- Work cross-functionally with engineering, product management, and operations teams to support both new product introductions and existing product improvements
- Champion safety and compliance, ensuring all activities adhere to internal standards and regulatory requirements
- Lead fabric development projects from concept through execution, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with business goals
- Continuously improve processes for greater efficiency, reliability, and scalability across textile development workflows
- Apply statistical analysis to diagnose and resolve fabric-related technical issues, identify root causes, and propose actionable recommendations
- Collaborate with textile vendors to understand and improve their processes as well as develop fabrics that meet Lutron’s world class performance standards
- Develop and maintain engineering documentation, including textile specifications, test methods, and process standards
What you bring
bachelor’s
master’s
gpa 3.00
travel
4+ years
textile
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Textile Engineering, Textile Design, or related field
- Minimum, cumulative GPA of 3.00 for all degrees earned
- Willingness and ability to travel globally up to 15% of the time to Textile Suppliers and Lutron’s manufacturing facilities
- 4+ years of experience in the textile industry (onsite textile manufacturing experience is a plus)
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Company
Overview
Late 1950s
Founded
The company was established in the late 1950s by physicist Joel Spira.
$1B Revenue
Annual Revenue
The company generates over $1 billion in annual revenue, reflecting strong market presence.
15,000 Patents
Patented Devices
Over 15,000 patented devices have been developed and deployed worldwide.
- Pioneered the first solid-state dimmer and reshaped how people control light.
- Privately held and headquartered in Coopersburg, PA, the company has grown from a small lab to a global leader in lighting control systems.
- Serve iconic residential and commercial projects—from cozy homes to large complexes like the New York Times Building and Lincoln Financial Field.
- Offer integrated lighting, motorized shading, and control solutions, deployed across homes, offices, hotels, hospitals, and schools.
- Notable innovations include the first mass-market electronic dimmer, fluorescent ballast controls, and combined light-and-shade systems.
- Systems often include wireless and wired platforms tailored for specific environments—like HomeWorks QS for residences and Quantum for large buildings.
- Welcoming culture built on respect, fairness, and collaboration.
- Empowered to give their best and achieve success.
- Engaging everyone’s ideas and viewpoints is fundamental to our shared accomplishments.
- Drive for excellence and innovation.
- Committed to collaboration and drawing on diverse strengths.
- Tight-knit community with lifelong friendships and shared interests.
10 billion kWh
Annual Electricity Savings
Products save nearly 10 billion kWh of electricity per year through energy-efficient designs.
60%/20%
Energy Use Reduction
Energy-saving products reduce lighting energy use by up to 60% and HVAC by 20%, significantly lowering energy consumption.
105%
Net Positive Energy
On-site renewable systems designed to supply 105% of net annual energy use, achieving net-positive energy status.
LEED Gold
Sustainability Certification
Costa Rica facility achieved LEED Gold certification in 2022, with a focus on zero-waste-to-landfill practices.
- Many shade fabrics are UL Greenguard Gold certified to reduce VOCs.
- RoHS-compliant components avoid harmful materials ('Red List' avoidance).
- Advocacy recognized by USGBC NCR 2020 Community Leadership Award for energy-saving codes and policies.
Grade A
Diversity Ranking
Ranked with an 'A' grade for diversity according to Comparably.
Top 10%
Company Standing
Ranked in the top 10% of similar-sized companies for diversity initiatives by Comparably.
50%
H1B Visa Success Rate
Granted 50% of H1B visa applications in 2019.
- “Committed to developing and nurturing a diverse and inclusive community.”
- Belief that “engaging everyone’s ideas and viewpoints is a cornerstone of our success.”
- Diversity initiatives help fulfill the company’s mission.
- H1B visa stats (2019): 4 applications, 2 withdrawn.
- No publicly disclosed gender ratio or percentage metrics available.
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