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Hi, I’m Jesse Lare, an Engineering Manager specializing in AV & Lighting. I’m passionate about designing and implementing lighting control solutions that enhance user experience, efficiency, and seamless integration. I lead cross‑departmental teams in Residential and Commercial AV & Lighting Controls and contribute to EOS initiatives as part of company leadership. I bring strong experience in system design, project engineering, and commissioning, with a background in lighting controls, AV integration, and audio engineering. I’m looking for a role where I can leverage my leadership and engineering skills to deliver innovative lighting solutions, AV, or audio engineering projects.…Hi, I’m Jesse Lare, an Engineering Manager specializing in AV & Lighting. I’m passionate about designing and implementing lighting control solutions that enhance user experience, efficiency, and seamless integration. I lead cross‑departmental teams in Residential and Commercial AV & Lighting Controls and contribute to EOS initiatives as part of company leadership. I bring strong experience in system design, project engineering, and commissioning, with a background in lighting controls, AV integration, and audio engineering. I’m looking for a role where I can leverage my leadership and engineering skills to deliver innovative lighting solutions, AV, or audio engineering projects.

Jesse Lare

Lighting, Full Stack Developer, Web Developer, +4

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Hi, I’m Jesse Lare, an Engineering Manager specializing in AV & Lighting. I’m passionate about designing and implementing lighting control solutions that enhance user experience, efficiency, and seamless integration. I lead cross‑departmental teams in Residential and Commercial AV & Lighting Controls and contribute to EOS initiatives as part of company leadership. I bring strong experience in system design, project engineering, and commissioning, with a background in lighting controls, AV integration, and audio engineering. I’m looking for a role where I can leverage my leadership and engineering skills to deliver innovative lighting solutions, AV, or audio engineering projects.…Hi, I’m Jesse Lare, an Engineering Manager specializing in AV & Lighting. I’m passionate about designing and implementing lighting control solutions that enhance user experience, efficiency, and seamless integration. I lead cross‑departmental teams in Residential and Commercial AV & Lighting Controls and contribute to EOS initiatives as part of company leadership. I bring strong experience in system design, project engineering, and commissioning, with a background in lighting controls, AV integration, and audio engineering. I’m looking for a role where I can leverage my leadership and engineering skills to deliver innovative lighting solutions, AV, or audio engineering projects.

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Hi, I’m Jesse Lare, an Engineering Manager specializing in AV & Lighting. I’m passionate about designing and implementing lighting control solutions that enhance user experience, efficiency, and seamless integration. I lead cross‑departmental teams in Residential and Commercial AV & Lighting Controls and contribute to EOS initiatives as part of company leadership.

I bring strong experience in system design, project engineering, and commissioning, with a background in lighting controls, AV integration, and audio engineering. I’m looking for a role where I can leverage my leadership and engineering skills to deliver innovative lighting solutions, AV, or audio engineering projects.

Skills

JavaScript

Web Design

Experience Level

JavaScript

Expert

Web Design

Expert

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Engineering Manager at ZIO

June 1, 2024 - Present

As Engineering Manager, I lead the entire engineering team and serve as the Product Owner in our Agile framework. I manage cross‑departmental teams across Residential and Commercial AV and Lighting Controls, ensuring streamlined communication and project execution. I am also on the EOS implementation team within company leadership. My responsibilities include overseeing project planning, resource allocation, and continuous process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and project success.

Engineering Assistant Manager at ZIO

June 1, 2022 - June 1, 2024

Managed engineering teams across Residential and Commercial A/V & Lighting departments. Implemented Agile Scrum methodologies, overseeing backlogs, sprints, and daily touchpoints. Provided mentorship for engineering and IT interns in a systems integration environment and assisted with project management and field programming for large hotel lighting control projects.

Engineering Team Lead at ZIO

June 1, 2021 - June 1, 2022

Led a team of engineers in executing commercial lighting control projects. Provided technical support and developed solutions for Lutron and Pharos systems, ensuring efficient project execution and system functionality.

Associate Engineer, Lighting at ZIO

June 1, 2021 - June 1, 2022

Designed commercial lighting control solutions for high‑profile clients, working closely with teams to ensure smooth implementation. Focused on complex lighting systems and project engineering to deliver high‑quality lighting solutions.

Marketing Coordinator at ILP (Industrial Lighting Products)

June 1, 2016 - December 1, 2016

Created marketing materials, including data sheets, flyers, and product launch announcements. Developed e‑blast campaigns and instructional installation videos to enhance customer engagement, while aligning with Sales and Engineering teams to support product strategy.

Product Manager / Product Specialist at Optimal LED

June 1, 2013 - June 1, 2016

Conducted training sessions for sales teams and distributors on LED lighting applications, provided technical support, repairs, and modifications for LED components, and managed key accounts. Performed ROI analyses and photometric assessments to help clients make informed lighting decisions.