Lighting Designer

Arup’s purpose, shared values, and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world. We are currently looking for a Lighting Designer to join our team in the San Francisco office. The ideal candidate will enjoy a team environment and also needs to be flexible enough to work independently when needed. Candidates for this role will be eager to learn and will expand their knowledge and hands‑on experience by challenging themselves and using the highly creative and technical resources around them. As lighting designers, we use the medium of light to shape and influence how people interact with the built environment and our team creates expressive, sustainable and award‑winning concepts with light. We combine our creative thinking and technical skills to create distinct solutions for our clients to positively impact people, communities and nature. Our open and progressive approach to design is deeply rooted in research and evidence‑based methodologies. We are curious, working holistically to create the ideal platform for transformative ideas to flourish. The Opportunity Contribute to a variety of project types, including Healthcare, Transport, Commercial Property, Government Buildings, and Arts & Culture Develop concepts and strategies for lighting projects (Architectural and Daylighting) with team members Produce lighting calculations as needed to influence design decisions Coordinate and integrate electric lighting systems with daylight harvesting controls Produce lighting models including building computer and physical models (3‑D and 2‑D) Develop visual materials to represent lighting designs with software such as InDesign, Photoshop, 3D Studio Max, Rhino Work on projects using 3D AutoCAD and Revit Lighting and controls design for a variety of project types and markets and also put together reports Conceptual design through construction administration including supervision of lighting systems commissioning Attend design charrettes, internal and client meetings Is this role right for you? Bachelor in Lighting Design, Architectural Engineering, Architectural or Interior Design 4+ years of relevant experience Experience in the lighting design industry with an emphasis on healthcare or commercial property projects Ability to produce construction documents in Revit and AutoCAD Proven capability with tools such as MS Word, Excel, AGI 32, InDesign Ability to communicate thoughts and technical ideas in an accessible way Attitude of taking initiative, enthusiasm, eagerness to learn, teamwork, creativity Working knowledge of architectural luminaires, as well as analog and digital lighting controls Preferred: Daylighting experience including analysis Project experience in large-scale high-profile healthcare or commercial work Interest in industry technical advancements Project experience, and/or lighting achievements related to social impact and human factors What we offer you At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together. Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognizes the contribution of each member to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do. Benefits at Work At Arup, we have a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that works for our employees and their families while keeping costs low. These benefits provide health and welfare security for you as well as paid time off for rest and renewal. As a member of Arup, everyone shares in our success through a global profit share scheme (payments are dependent on the firm’s financial performance). Our Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi‑annually) provides an opportunity for you to share in the success of the Firm. As a valued employee of Arup, you can also choose to participate in our 401(k) plan with up to 10% company match to help you save for your future. Flexible Working We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options for alternative schedules and the ability to work outside of the office for a portion of your workweek are available. San Francisco Hiring Range The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in Los Angeles is $100,000 to $108,000 per year. This range is commensurate with experience, educational background, and skill level. Benefits are not included in the base salary. Please note hiring ranges for candidates performing work outside of Los Angeles will differ. Different People, Shared Values Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence. Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross‑cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. 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