Lighting Project Designer

IMEG

$60K — $110K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Architectural Engineering, Theatrical Lighting Design, Interior Design, or equivalent required
  • 5-7 years experience in building design consulting
  • EIT certification preferred
  • Proficient in AGI32 and other industry-standard software
  • Strong communication skills, both written and oral
  • BIM software proficiency
  • Ability to mentor junior staff

Responsibilities

  • Determine design standards and targets based on IES recommendations
  • Select and specify luminaires in a luminaire schedule
  • Create visual presentations for client meetings using various software
  • Draft lighting control operations and schedules in Revit or AutoCAD
  • Coordinate with engineering teams for project documentation and setup
  • Engage with luminaire representatives for product details and pricing
  • Visit project sites to inspect installations and create luminaire mockups

Benefits

  • Health insurance coverage from day one
  • Employee wellness program
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Retirement savings plan
  • Generous paid time off and flexible schedule
  • Tuition reimbursement assistance
  • Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
Full Job Description
We are currently seeking a Lighting Project Designer. As a Lighting Project Designer, you will focus on growth, a more proactive approach to design, and taking ownership of projects. This role includes leading smaller projects without the requirement of senior lighting staff. It also comprises an introduction to project management and proposal writing. They will be responsible for working closely with a team of engineers and consultants to provide engineering solutions and advice to clients to ensure positive outcomes. This position will be expected to work within the project's monetary budget, train, mentor, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet project goals and client expectations.

Principal Responsibilities
• Determining appropriate design standards and illuminance and uniformity targets based on IES recommendations
• Select appropriate luminaire options and specifying these in a luminaire schedule
• Create visual presentations using power point, Bluebeam, InDesign, photoshop, AGI32, or other methods to illustrate design concepts for client meetings. Create luminaire layouts and or perform illuminance calculations using AGI32 software
• Design lighting layouts including basic control sensors as well as drafting lighting control sequence of operations and zone schedules in Revit or more rarely in AutoCAD
• Coordinate with electrical engineering teams on circuiting, emergency lighting, and energy code documentation (ComCheck) as well as other engineering teams, interior designers and architects as needed throughout the project
• Coordinate with Luminaire and controls representatives for product information and pricing
• Be an active member and actively contribute to the local section of the illuminating engineering society
• Attend project job site visits to review existing conditions or luminaire/controls installations and assist in creating luminaire mockups either in office or at a project job site
• Develop consistent quality across projects. Provide feedback and support the development of IMEG standards and begin to develop client relationships on projects
• Begin to manage projects of smaller to middle size and complexity
• Collaborate with senior lighting design team members, project executives, or client executives to learn and write proposals

Required Skills/Abilities
• Proficiency in design techniques, tools, and concepts involved in the production of technical plans and specifications
• Enriched 2D and 3D visualization and design skills.
• Expanded knowledge and understanding of lighting design including both visual and technical aspects.
• Ability to train and mentor less experienced staff
• Proficiency of industry standard engineering software and tools including AGI32 lighting software
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Eagerness to adapt to new challenges
• Proficiency in the use of BIM software
• Proficient with MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to travel up to 10% with occasional overnight stays

This position not eligible for sponsorship

Education and Experience
• Bachelor of Science (BS) or Bachelor of Arts (BA) Degree in Architectural Engineering, Theatrical Lighting Design, Interior Design, or equivalent required
• 5 years of experience minimum required, 6 preferred, in the building design consulting industry
• Engineer-In-Training (EIT) certification preferred

OR
• Associates degree, or certificate, in Building Information Modeling (BIM) or Engineering preferred
• 9 years of experience minimum required, 10 preferred, in the building design consulting or construction industry

Physical Requirements
• Regularly required to sit, walk, stand, talk, see, hear, and lift objects up to 25 pounds
• Occasionally required to drive, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, reach with hands or arms, and grasp or pull
• Will have limited exposure to outside weather conditions and loud noises

Locations

Chicago, IL

Naperville, IL

Seattle, WA

Salary Range $60,000 - $110,000. Minimums and maximums may vary based on

location. Individual pay will be based on several factors including experience, knowledge,

skills, and abilities of the applicant. Other rewards may include annual bonuses and stock

ownership options. In addition, IMEG Corp. provides a variety of benefits to employees,

including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability

insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO). This

information is being provided in compliance with local laws. Additional information

regarding employee benefits may be found on our company website at

www.imegcorp.com

IMEG, an employee-owned corporation, is committed to investing in employees' futures through professional development programs and opportunities for career advancement. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including generous PTO, flexible schedule, and assistance with tuition reimbursement. Additionally, employees are eligible to enroll in health, dental, vision, and life insurance on their first day of employment.

Want to learn more about IMEG and our other amazing career opportunities? Please visit https://www.imegcorp.com/careers/.

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