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Job Description
Role:
Lighting Designer Employment Type:
Full-Time, Hybrid (2 days onsite)
Location:
El Cajon, CA Job Summary:
We are seeking a detail-oriented Lighting Designer with strong technical design skills and experience in lighting systems for commercial projects. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing lighting layouts, photometrics, fixture specifications, and lighting controls while ensuring compliance with applicable California codes, energy standards, and industry best practices.
Key Responsibilities:
Lighting Design:
Develop lighting system designs including layouts, fixture selection, lighting controls, and photometric studies
Code Compliance:
Ensure designs meet California Electrical Code, Building Code, Energy Code, Green Building Code, ADA Standards, NFPA 1104, and IESNA guidelines
Technical Drawings:
Read and interpret construction documents and develop coordinated lighting design solutions
Photometrics & Calculations:
Perform lighting calculations including Title 24 energy compliance and photometric analysis
Documentation:
Prepare design documentation, respond to RFIs, and review submittals
Coordination:
Work with engineering teams, architects, and contractors to ensure design accuracy and constructability
Tools & Software:
Utilize AutoCAD, Revit, AGI32, Visual Lighting Design tools, Design Master, Energy Pro, and Microsoft Office applications
Field Support:
Conduct site visits and coordinate with field teams as required
Supervision:
Support and supervise junior technicians when needed
Required Qualifications:
1-3 years of lighting design experience Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Lighting Design, Architecture, or related field Strong understanding of lighting design fundamentals including photometrics, fixture specifications, and lighting controls Experience reading and interpreting construction documents Knowledge of California Electrical, Building, Energy, and Green Building Codes Experience with Title 24 calculations and energy compliance requirements Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit Experience with lighting design tools such as AGI32, Design Master, Energy Pro, or similar software Strong communication, coordination, and documentation skills
Work Environment:
Hybrid work model (2 days onsite, 3 days remote) Fast-paced engineering and design environment Collaborative multi-disciplinary team setting Office and occasional field/site work required
Benefits:
100% paid Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Life and Disability Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, 401(k) with matching, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Performance Bonuses, Continuing Education, Training, Career Development, Cell Phone Reimbursement
