Lighting Designer 2 HDR, Inc. life insurance, parental leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement United States, Jersey, Pennington Sep 14, 2026 At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures, it's about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR's Building Engineering Services Group, you'll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you're optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.

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' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world. In the role of Lighting Designer II, we'll count on you to: Work with project teams on all aspects of the art, science and business of architectural lighting design

Take responsibility for training and providing guidance to maintain CAD/model production standards.

Work under the guidance of more-senior staff, as well as working independently, to support design presentation and construction documentation production for architectural lighting design projects. Take responsibility for lighting calculations, energy and economic calculations, building certification compliance credits, and CAD/model production, construction documentation, and construction administration support.

Develop and build working relationships with colleagues and clients

Support marketing efforts, development of qualification packages, and industry leadership.

Perform other duties as needed Preferred Qualifications Certified Lighting Designer (CLD) through IALD

Master's degree in Architectural Lighting or Architectural Engineering specializing in Lighting Design

PE license

Lighting design experience in the following market sectors: Healthcare, Science and Technology, Federal, Entertainment, Corporate Commercial, and Civic.

LEED, WELL, and/or EDAC accreditation.

SketchUp, 3DS Max, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, Rhino, Grasshopper, DIVA, iRay, Lumion

Local candidates preferred #LI-AG2 Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Architectural Engineering specializing in Lighting Design or closely related field

5 years of experience devoted to architectural lighting design

Lighting Certified (LC) through the National Council on Qualifications for the Lighting Professions (NCQLP) or the ability to attain

Member of the Illuminating Engineering Society (IES) and/or Associate of the International Association of Lighting Designers (IALD)

Strong computer skill using AGI32, eLumtools, Revit, AutoCad and Microsoft Office

Experience in sustainable design

Strong verbal communication skills

Excellent organization and time management skills

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Able to effectively prioritize multiple tasks

Effective working individually and within team environments

An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve. Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees. We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.)

Pennington:

$88,792

•$126,845

York:

$96,513

•$137,875

Primary Location :

United States

•Jersey-Pennington

Other Locations :

United States

•York

•York

Industry :

Building Engineering

Schedule :

Full-time

Employee Status :

Regular

BusinessClass :

Lighting

Job Posting :

Sep 14, 2026