Entry Level Lighting Designer

What you will do:

• The Designer will assist lighting designers, architects, engineers and project managers in the execution of specific assignments
• Prepare lighting design calculations for proof of concept and to confirm wattages and documentation for schematic design, design development and construction documents
• Document selected design via lighting layouts, photometric calculations and lighting details.
• Create a lighting fixture schedule with detailed specification information including product descriptions, manufacturer, model numbers, finishes and equals.
• Understand and implement relevant sections of the IES Handbook; familiarize yourself with the layout and content in order look up required information.
• Incorporate district and campus standards where applicable.
• Establish desired light levels for all space types.
• Select lighting equipment based on aesthetics and functional requirements as well as project budget.
• Participate in all design charettes with multiple disciplines contributing to the project
• Review and process construction administration documents
• Research, interpret and apply various types of lighting-related local code requirements.
• Understand and implement relevant sections of the IES Handbook; familiarize yourself with the layout and content in order look up required information.
• Incorporate district and campus standards where applicable.
• Familiarize yourself with basic lighting-related Title 24 calculations and documentation.
• Attend lighting-related site visits and punch walks as required, to monitor the progress of the project and identify any discrepancies between the design and the constructed lighting system.

What we will do:

• Provide mentorship from Managing Directors and Design Directors as well as other in-house disciplines on all projects
• Provide career growth opportunities including licensure incentives, professional development grants and our professional development process
• In-house management and leadership training opportunities
• Education opportunities including LPA+U and LPA Tech Talks

Entry-Level Lighting Designer Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in lighting design, interior design or related field
• 0-2 years of experience in the design of building lighting systems
• Enthusiastic commitment to the multidisciplinary design process and team environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Curious and open minded to learn and assume increased responsibilities
• Committed to building a long-term professional career

Entry-Level Lighting Designer Preferred Requirements:

• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit, and good knowledge of industry software