Associate Lighting Designer

We are seeking an Associate Lighting Designer to lead and manage lighting design across multiple concurrent projects, working closely with the Principal and a team of lighting designers. This is a hands-on, technical and creative role. You will own layouts, specifications, coordination, and on-site follow-through, ensuring that design intent survives all the way from DD through final focus. If you are equally comfortable in AutoCAD, in client meetings, and on a ladder during aiming sessions, you’re the profile we’re looking for. Within 12 months, success looks like: you reliably manage several active projects, protect design quality, stay on top of budgets and phases, and are the “go-to” for coordinating with project teams and vendors. Primary Responsibility Create lighting layouts, fixture specifications, lighting submittals, and ordering cut sheets Develop preliminary lighting control system layouts and Ketra circuiting detail Produce design review plans and add circuiting, power supplies, and fixture tags to lighting plans Respond to lighting sketch / coordination requests and update drawings accordingly Attend internal project meetings, capture decisions, and translate changes into updated lighting layouts Manage multiple plan sets across multiple projects and track progress against phase and budget Monitor project phases, track lighting design tasks by phase, and accurately log project time Set daily priorities to meet project deadlines Delegate specification and drafting tasks to the internal design team where appropriate Communicate critical project details with the Principal and design team Vet new lighting and control products with the team Build strong relationships with external design and construction partners Attend external project meetings, documenting any items that affect the lighting design Perform site visits / site supervision to verify installation Conduct final lighting adjustments and focusing at project completion Required: Minimum 3 years of experience in residential or commercial lighting design or electrical engineering Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or Electrical Engineering preferred Strong, verifiable computer skills in AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook Experience with Revit, InDesign, and 3D rendering a plus Current knowledge of residential or commercial lighting products and controls Current knowledge of California Title 24 Energy Code Excellent verbal communication skills, with confidence interfacing with clients and project teams Proven ability to thrive in a team-oriented environment Experience with residential lighting manufacturers Experience with electrical design a plus Ability to climb and perform work on ladders Valid driver's license with a clean driving record Ideal Values & Skills: Strong interpersonal skills and collaborative mindset Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time across multiple projects Comfortable working independently and as part of a team Genuine passion for architectural lighting design Compensation and Benefits We offer competitive compensation commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package, within a stable, design-focused studio environment. Specific details will be shared during the interview process. #J-18808-Ljbffr