Lighting Specialist

Job Title

This role is the company's in-house lighting expert, responsible for supporting product designers, engineers, and sales teams in the development, integration, and application of lighting within Acoufelt products.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance to product designers and engineers on integrating lighting solutions into product designs.
• Research and recommend appropriate lighting technologies, components, and suppliers for new and existing products.
• Develop and maintain technical lighting specifications, documentation, and installation guidelines.
• Collaborate with engineers to ensure lighting designs meet performance, safety, and energy efficiency standards.
• Support the sales team by answering lighting-related questions from designers, architects, and contractors.
• Assist with mockups, prototypes, and testing of lighting solutions to validate performance and design intent.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, technologies, and regulatory requirements related to architectural lighting.
• Coordinate with the Product and Material Manager to ensure all lighting components meet required certifications and quality standards.

Required Abilities

• 3–5 years of experience in lighting design, lighting engineering, or a related field, preferably in architectural or product-based applications.
• Strong understanding of lighting technologies, components, and integration into physical products.
• Proficiency in CAD modeling software (Rhino preferred) and lighting design tools.
• Knowledge of electrical requirements, safety standards, and applicable building codes for lighting.
• Excellent communication skills for collaborating with designers, engineers, and sales teams.
• Ability to translate technical lighting requirements into clear guidance for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with sustainability considerations in lighting design is a plus.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Lighting Design, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Design, or a related field required.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary.
• Opportunities for professional growth within a dynamic and growing company.
• Health, dental, and retirement benefits.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.