Residential Lighting Designer

Location 1900 Grant Street, Suite 1050, Denver, CO, 80203, United States Employee Type Exempt Horton Lees Brogden Lighting Design (HLB) Horton Lees Brogden Lighting Design (HLB) is an internationally recognized design firm focused on architectural lighting for both interior and exterior environments. We are inspired by the artistry of light and its impact on the natural and architectural environment. We infuse our core values of artistry, legacy, curiosity, balance, and integrity into every project. In our niche within HLB, our residential team specializes in high-end residential lighting design. From a project’s inception to the fine tuning at a project’s completion, we oversee our designs from start to finish. With over 1,000 projects under our belt, we have an incredibly diverse portfolio with projects that have graced the cover of national and international publications. As IALD lighting designers, we are free to specify the best products from any manufacturer. Where some designers stamp out designs, we look at each new project as an opportunity to do something we’ve never done before. We are always pushing the envelope of design creativity, while ensuring that our designs are well balanced and tailored to the needs of each project. Position Overview The High–End Residential Lighting Designer will support the work of one or more team members and lead and assist in the lighting design process. This position is in our Denver, Colorado office. In this position you will be involved in all aspects of lighting design. This will include but is not limited to participation in meetings, design presentations to clients, CAD drafting, site visits, assembling cut sheet packages, fixture specifications, phone and email coordination with design and construction teams and aiming of adjustable lights. We are looking for someone with enough residential lighting design experience to understand all aspects of design and specification, but not so much experience that you cannot adapt to our standards, philosophy, and procedures. The ideal candidate will have good listening skills and should be able to take direction and run with it. We put a lot of effort into mentoring new designers. Only people who are passionate about lighting design and who are looking for a place to work for the long term should apply. Travel to Colorado mountain resort communities will be common while travel to out‑of‑state projects will vary depending upon the mix of our projects over time. Although some weeks are filled with conventional workdays, our work hours can best be described as asymmetric. There are many times where our work hours extend beyond daylight hours. This position will be fun, challenging, constantly evolving and very rewarding. Requirements Skill Set MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel Basic understanding of residential dimming control systems Proficiency with AutoCAD is a must AGI, Revit, Photoshop, iPad, InDesign, Manufacturers’ Dimming System Software, etc. are a plus, but not required Thoroughness, and understanding of how to put together complete specifications and design documents Education Undergraduate degree in lighting design related field 5 – 10 years’ experience in the professional world of residential lighting design Compensation $72,600 to $77,200 The final agreed upon compensation is based on cost of living, individual education, qualifications, and experience. Benefits Benefit Clause: Includes but not limited to Medical, Dental & Vision plans, flexible spending account, 401(k) plans, life & AD&D insurance, short/long term disability plans, holidays, and paid time off. About HLB Horton Lees Brogden Lighting Design is an internationally recognized design firm focused on architectural lighting, including electric lighting and daylighting, for both interior and exterior environments. We are inspired by the artistry of light and its impact on the natural and architectural environment. We infuse our core values of artistry, legacy, curiosity, balance, and integrity into every project. We thrive with intriguing projects that engage us conceptually and challenge us technically. We seek to enhance our clients' experiences and create a legacy of design that respects its environment and promotes a better future. Our services are customized to provide the best lighted environments to meet our clients' needs. HLB is a collaborative firm that values flexibility and work/life balance filled with dynamic people whose enthusiasm for what we do infuses both our professional and personal lives. We are driven by an experienced team that is rewarded for its originality, commitment, and leadership. Our principals are engaged in every project from concept to commissioning to ensure the clients' needs are realized at every step. Our design and technical experts hail from many parts of the world and form the basis for HLB's proven ability to produce outstanding, award‑winning designs. As designers, we promote a positive vision of the future, based upon the belief that many of the environmental problems we face are design challenges. We believe a successful project starts with a collaborative mind‑set in support of a common goal: to achieve energy‑effective, high‑quality environments for owners through intelligent lighting design, design that holistically integrates daylight with supplemental light and controls. Our designers work closely with owners and architectural teams to optimize the integration and control of natural and electric lighting for energy‑effective designs of the highest excellence. Equal Employment Opportunity We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed (which includes religious dress and grooming practices), color, citizenship, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, familial and marital status, sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, domestic victim status, caregiver status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws, ordinances, or regulations. Horton Lees Brogden Lighting Design takes affirmative action in support of its policy to advance employment individuals who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr City of Lincoln