Lighting Project Designer

We are seeking a Lighting Project Designer to focus on growth, proactive design, and project ownership. The role involves leading smaller projects and introducing project management and proposal writing.

• Determine appropriate design standards and illuminance and uniformity targets based on IES recommendations.
• Select appropriate luminaire options and specify these in a luminaire schedule.
• Create visual presentations using PowerPoint, Bluebeam, InDesign, Photoshop, AGI
  32, or other methods to illustrate design concepts for client meetings; create luminaire layouts and perform illuminance calculations using AGI
  32 software.
• Design lighting layouts including basic control sensors and draft lighting control sequences of operations and zone schedules in Revit or occasionally in AutoCAD.
• Coordinate with electrical engineering teams on circuiting, emergency lighting, energy code documentation (Com Check), and 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 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 site.
• Develop consistent quality across projects; provide feedback and support the development of IMEG standards; 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.

• Proficiency in design techniques, tools, and concepts involved in producing technical plans and specifications.
• Strong 2D and 3D visualization and design skills.
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of lighting design, both visual and technical aspects.
• Ability to train and mentor less experienced staff.
• Proficiency with industry‑standard engineering software, including AGI
  32.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to communicate clearly in oral and written form to individuals or groups.
• Team collaboration skills.
• Attention to detail and problem‑solving skills.
• Eagerness to adapt to new challenges.
• Proficiency in BIM software.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to travel up to 10% with occasional overnight stays.

• Bachelor of Science (BS) or Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Architectural Engineering, Theatrical Lighting Design, Interior Design, or equivalent (required). 5 years of industry experience, preferred 6.
• Engineer‑In‑Training (EIT) certification preferred.
• Associate’s degree or certificate in Building Information Modeling (BIM) or Engineering (preferred). 9 years of industry experience, preferred 10.

• Required to sit, walk, stand, talk, see, hear, and lift objects up to 25 pounds.
• Occasional driving, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, reaching, grasping, or pulling.
• Limited exposure to outside weather conditions and loud noises.

• Chicago, IL
• Naperville, IL
• Seattle, WA

Salary range: $60,000 - $110,000. Location and experience influence compensation. Additional rewards may include annual bonuses and stock ownership options.

Benefits include health insurance coverage, wellness program, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plan, paid holidays, paid time off (PTO), and tuition reimbursement.

Position not eligible for sponsorship.

IMEG is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices, without regard to protected characteristics. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type.

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