Lighting Services Engineer

Lighting Services Engineer

Location:

Anniston, AL 36201 Client
- Alabama Power

Contract- 3 Years Travel Requirement:
Fieldwork 3 days/week

The Lighting Services Engineer is responsible for designing, auditing, and managing lighting systems across residential, commercial, and industrial environments. This role includes extensive fieldwork and residential customer interaction—expect to spend at least three days per week conducting site visits, field checks, and customer meetings. The ideal candidate is technically skilled, customer-focused, and experienced with energy-efficient lighting design and installation practices.

• Collaborate with clients and architects to understand objectives and design lighting systems that meet aesthetic, functional, and energy efficiency goals
• Perform lighting calculations and simulations to determine optimal fixture placement and luminance levels
• Create detailed technical drawings, lighting layouts, and system specifications

• Conduct site visits to gather data, assess existing systems, and troubleshoot issues
• Support retrofit, renovation, and new construction lighting projects
• Oversee installation and ensure compliance with energy codes, safety standards, and local regulations
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and quality control inspections

• Recommend LED technology, smart lighting, daylight harvesting, and automation solutions
• Integrate lighting controls and verify functionality through system commissioning

• Communicate effectively with residential customers and stakeholders, addressing concerns and providing regular project updates
• Maintain accurate project documentation including drawings, specifications, change orders, and as-built records

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or a related field (preferred)
• Lighting design certifications (e.g., LC – Lighting Certified) are a plus

• Prior experience in utility construction, field engineering, or lighting design
• Working knowledge of lighting design software (e.g., AGi
  32, Dialux), AutoCAD, and MS Office
• Familiarity with codes and standards (ASHRAE, IESNA, energy codes)
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and presentation skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines
• Strong attention to detail and customer service orientation

• 60% field-based (minimum 3 days/week) with direct residential customer interaction
• 40% office-based, handling design, documentation, and communication
• Travel is expected for site audits and installations