Lighting Controls Designer at United Electric Supply in New Castle, DE | Kablio

Role

Description

lighting design

system analysis

incident reporting

client communication

pricing negotiation

customer training

Designs lighting control systems via Bluebeam, CAD, or various manufacturer software.
Adhere to all United Electric health, safety, and environmental policies.
Communicates internally, customer issues and manufacturing concerns.
Complete an accident/Incident report for any safety and/or health infractions that occur or are witnessed.
Travels with company sales representatives and manufacturers, promoting value-added services and introducing new lighting controls products.
Analyzes currently specified controls package to understand what system is being utilized and how to design a comparable alternate system.
Negotiates and quotes pricing for their own projects.
Follows up with customers, securing the job and keeping track of the job status.
Complete an accident/Incident report for any safety and/or health infractions that occur or witnessed.
Analyzes and defines the market for lighting controls products.
Support all United Electric health, safety, and environmental policies for all employees within your branch.
Keeps current on new products and services, ensuring to inform employees and customers as necessary.
Conducts training sessions for customers and participates in trade shows/seminars.

Requirements

blueprints

lighting controls

1-2 yrs

high school

travel

customer service

Ability to read blueprints and electrical specifications.
1-2 years lighting controls and/or electrical industry experience.
Knowledge of lighting controls products, applications, and systems.
Basic understanding of quality controls.
High School Diploma required.
Reads and understands electrical specifications on projects to adhere to the correct control standards when designing a system.
65% travel required.
Great aptitude to work with customers.

Benefits

Work/Life Balance
Wellness Programs
Disability Insurance and Life Insurance
Eligible for Bonus
Educational Benefits
401(K) and Stock Ownership
Paid Vacation and holidays
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1965 Start

Year Founded

The company was established in 1965 in a converted potato-chip barn.

$200+M Revenue

Annual Revenue

Grown into a regional distributor with over $200 million in annual revenue.

Employee-owned since 1995, it has grown into a regional distributor across multiple Mid-Atlantic states.
Their business spans a broad project base—from industrial automation to lighting design, wire, conduit, data, control gear, and energy solutions.
Regular investments, like a new service center in Virginia and merger with Kovalsky-Carr in New York, show its strategic expansion.
With one of the largest inventories on the East Coast and in-house engineering support, they back projects end-to-end.
Typical clients include industrial plants, commercial builders, and infrastructure contractors dealing with complex electrical systems.
They combine deep technical expertise with hands-on services—product testing trailers, lighting design, kitting, next-day delivery.
Unusually, the company remains 100% employee-owned and continuously invests in specialized facilities and customer stock warehousing.

Culture + Values

We are a team-based company with a focus on performance, collaboration, and mutual respect.
Our employees are empowered to make decisions, be innovative, and contribute to the company’s success.
We are committed to providing outstanding customer service with integrity and dedication.
Safety is our top priority in every aspect of our business.
We invest in continuous improvement, both for our employees and the services we provide.

Environment + Sustainability

Net Zero 2040

Sustainability Goal

Committed to achieving net zero emissions by 2040, aligning with global sustainability efforts.

Dedicated to sustainability and environmental responsibility.
Committed to reducing environmental footprint through energy-efficient products and solutions.
Promotes green technologies, reduces waste, and implements sustainable practices in operations.

Inclusion & Diversity

The company is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace.
A balanced workforce is a priority, where different perspectives are valued and opportunities are provided for all employees.

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About Us

Role

Description

lighting design

system analysis

incident reporting

client communication

pricing negotiation

customer training

Designs lighting control systems via Bluebeam, CAD, or various manufacturer software.
Adhere to all United Electric health, safety, and environmental policies.
Communicates internally, customer issues and manufacturing concerns.
Complete an accident/Incident report for any safety and/or health infractions that occur or are witnessed.
Travels with company sales representatives and manufacturers, promoting value-added services and introducing new lighting controls products.
Analyzes currently specified controls package to understand what system is being utilized and how to design a comparable alternate system.
Negotiates and quotes pricing for their own projects.
Follows up with customers, securing the job and keeping track of the job status.
Complete an accident/Incident report for any safety and/or health infractions that occur or witnessed.
Analyzes and defines the market for lighting controls products.
Support all United Electric health, safety, and environmental policies for all employees within your branch.
Keeps current on new products and services, ensuring to inform employees and customers as necessary.
Conducts training sessions for customers and participates in trade shows/seminars.

Requirements

blueprints

lighting controls

1-2 yrs

high school

travel

customer service

Ability to read blueprints and electrical specifications.
1-2 years lighting controls and/or electrical industry experience.
Knowledge of lighting controls products, applications, and systems.
Basic understanding of quality controls.
High School Diploma required.
Reads and understands electrical specifications on projects to adhere to the correct control standards when designing a system.
65% travel required.
Great aptitude to work with customers.

Benefits

Work/Life Balance
Wellness Programs
Disability Insurance and Life Insurance
Eligible for Bonus
Educational Benefits
401(K) and Stock Ownership
Paid Vacation and holidays
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1965 Start

Year Founded

The company was established in 1965 in a converted potato-chip barn.

$200+M Revenue

Annual Revenue

Grown into a regional distributor with over $200 million in annual revenue.

Employee-owned since 1995, it has grown into a regional distributor across multiple Mid-Atlantic states.
Their business spans a broad project base—from industrial automation to lighting design, wire, conduit, data, control gear, and energy solutions.
Regular investments, like a new service center in Virginia and merger with Kovalsky-Carr in New York, show its strategic expansion.
With one of the largest inventories on the East Coast and in-house engineering support, they back projects end-to-end.
Typical clients include industrial plants, commercial builders, and infrastructure contractors dealing with complex electrical systems.
They combine deep technical expertise with hands-on services—product testing trailers, lighting design, kitting, next-day delivery.
Unusually, the company remains 100% employee-owned and continuously invests in specialized facilities and customer stock warehousing.

Culture + Values

We are a team-based company with a focus on performance, collaboration, and mutual respect.
Our employees are empowered to make decisions, be innovative, and contribute to the company’s success.
We are committed to providing outstanding customer service with integrity and dedication.
Safety is our top priority in every aspect of our business.
We invest in continuous improvement, both for our employees and the services we provide.

Environment + Sustainability

Net Zero 2040

Sustainability Goal

Committed to achieving net zero emissions by 2040, aligning with global sustainability efforts.

Dedicated to sustainability and environmental responsibility.
Committed to reducing environmental footprint through energy-efficient products and solutions.
Promotes green technologies, reduces waste, and implements sustainable practices in operations.

Inclusion & Diversity

The company is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace.
A balanced workforce is a priority, where different perspectives are valued and opportunities are provided for all employees.

Articles

Careers

About Us