Lighting Project Designer

Illuminating Concepts, IMEG's Architectural Lighting Studio, is hiring a Lighting Project Designer to support the growth of our Architectural Lighting team through proactive design leadership and project ownership. In this role, you will lead smaller projects independently while working closely with engineers and consultants to deliver lighting solutions that support positive client outcomes and stay aligned with project budgets. You’ll also help mentor team members, collaborate across disciplines, and build project management and proposal‑writing experience.

• Determine appropriate design practices and standards, illuminance targets, and uniformity targets based on client and project needs, and align with IES recommendations
• Create visual presentations for client meetings using PowerPoint, Bluebeam, InDesign, Photoshop, AGI
  32, or other methods to illustrate design concepts
• Create luminaire layouts and perform illuminance calculations using AGI
  32 software
• Select luminaire options and develop luminaire schedules
• Design lighting layouts that include basic control sensors and draft lighting control sequences of operations and zone schedules in Revit or, more rarely, AutoCAD
• Coordinate internally or externally with electrical engineering on zoning, emergency lighting, and energy code and sustainability documentation, including but not limited to Com Check
• Coordinate with other engineering teams, interior designers, architects, and any other owner provided consultants or representatives, as required
• Actively contribute to the local section of the Illuminating Engineering Society
• Attend project job site visits to review existing conditions or luminaire and controls installations and work with on site team to focus lighting and adjust light levels
• Assist with creating luminaire mockups in the office or at the job site
• Help drive consistent quality across projects, support the development of IMEG standards, and begin developing client relationships
• Manage smaller to middle‑size projects and collaborate with senior lighting design team members, project executives, or client executives to learn and write proposals

• 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 and design software and tools including AGI
  32 or similar photometric software
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
  Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups in a timely manner
• 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 Building Information Model 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 is not eligible for sponsorship.

• 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 (Building Information Model) or Engineering preferred
• 9 years of experience minimum required, 10 preferred, in the building design consulting or construction industry

We put people first—with a strong focus on career growth, work‑life balance, and meaningful impact. As a 100% employee‑owned firm, we offer the resources of a national design leader with the close‑knit culture of a local office. You’ll collaborate across disciplines, contribute to innovative, sustainable projects, and shape the communities we serve. Join a team where your ideas are valued, your development is supported,…