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Christopher Akiyama

Director Of Engineering at Sternberg Lighting

Christopher Akiyama has extensive work experience in the engineering field. Christopher started their career at Navistar Inc in 2011, where they worked as a Product Development Engineer. During their time there, they developed and implemented an LED interior lighting strategy for the company's product portfolio. Christopher also managed cross-functional teams and coordinated prototype and production builds.

In 2016, Akiyama joined Sternberg Lighting as a Design Engineer. Christopher was later promoted to the role of Engineering Manager - New Product Development in 2020. In this position, they played a key role in developing new products and managing the engineering team. Currently, Akiyama holds the role of Director of Engineering at Sternberg Lighting.

Overall, Akiyama has a strong background in engineering, with a focus on product development and design.

Christopher Akiyama completed their Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Mechanical Engineering from Western Michigan University from 2007 to 2010. Prior to that, they attended the University of Illinois Chicago from 2002 to 2006, although the degree name and field of study are unspecified for their time at this institution.

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Des Plaines, United States

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Sternberg Lighting

Sternberg Lighting is a market leading provider of decorative outdoor luminaires, poles and smart city solutions with a legacy of durability and craftsmanship dating back to the company’s founding in 1923. Blending technology and style, our specification grade products are featured design elements throughout downtowns, parks, campuses, roadways and retail centers across North America. Designed and manufactured to demanding quality standards, precision optics, LEDs and controls are integrated to deliver on the demands of environmental sustainability and energy conservation. Sternberg Lighting serves the Municipal, Utility, DOT and Commercial markets.


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