Early Career Lighting Designer

Job Summary

WSP is seeking an Early Career Lighting Designer for our Irvine, CA office. This full‑time position provides technical and design support for lighting projects across a variety of project types.

• Provide technical support for project designers, including research, concept development, lighting layout, and architectural coordination.
• Conduct research and inspections of proposed and existing site conditions, equipment, layout, and systems to ensure conformance with applicable standards and codes.
• Develop state‑of‑the‑art lighting design, including luminaire and controls specifications, day lighting/harvesting, and space creation that enhances building capabilities, ambiance, safety, and security.
• Generate accurate documentation and specifications using electronic systems, renderings, drawings, diagrams, illustrations, spreadsheets, and reports.
• Perform lighting calculations, analysis, and rendering studies to inform project decisions.
• Complete training on assigned tasks and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
• Occasional travel may be required.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Lighting Design, Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Interior Design, Theater Production Design or a related field.
• 0–1 year of relevant post‑education experience.
• Excellent research skills with an analytical mindset.
• Knowledge of sustainable lighting strategies, principles, and best practices.
• Ability to balance lighting aesthetics with client desires and practical concerns.
• Familiarity with relevant lighting design and installation codes, regulations, and record‑keeping.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently under general supervision and as part of a team.
• Basic proficiency with artistic renderings, technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, and design tools.
• Familiarity with discipline‑specific design software (e.g., AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, Revit, 3DS Max, InDesign).
• Track record of upholding workplace safety and compliance with WSP’s policies.
• Willingness to work schedules that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
• Occasional travel may be required.

• Familiarity with additional design software such as Sketchup.
• Recent graduate in an accredited Architectural Engineering or related program.
• 1–2 semesters of internship experience in Architectural Lighting Design.
• Experience with AGI
  32 or other lighting calculation tools, Photoshop or rendering software.

WSP provides a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, retirement savings, paid sick leave, paid vacation, parental leave, and additional paid time off.

Expected Salary: $62,000 – $87,000 per year.

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, WSP designs lasting solutions for buildings, transportation, energy, water, and environment markets.

WSP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.