Lighting Designer 2

EwingCole • Philadelphia, PA

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

EwingCole is a nationally recognized architecture, engineering, interior design and planning firm with offices across the country. Our multi-disciplinary practice is built on the core values of professional excellence, design quality and collaboration. We are looking for an Lighting Designer 2 to join our team in our Philadelphia or Wayne office. The Lighting Designer 2 leads lighting design and documentation efforts with minimal supervision. This role applies advanced lighting design knowledge to develop concepts, perform and review calculations, and coordinate lighting systems across all phases of a project. The Lighting Designer 2 contributes to client deliverables, participates in presentations, and provides guidance and mentorship to junior staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor in Electrical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Architecture, Interior Design or Theater
• E.I.T. or LC Intern/LC Certified Encouraged
• Excels in the guidelines of preceding roles including Lighting Designer 1

Responsibilities

• Creates drawings and models used to accurately deliver projects, including lighting plans, details, and coordinated drawing sets, and coordinates key project decisions with the Project Engineer
• Determines implementation strategies for unique tasks
• Capable of coordinating and integrating building systems
• Demonstrates experience in all phases from concept to construction administration, ensuring design intent and technical quality are maintained
• References applicable codes in the development of projects and correctly designs to the code provisions.
• Applies standards in project delivery and checks work for issues
• Considers engineering optimization in the development of projects, including energy performance of lighting systems and controls
• Initiates the design approach to distinctive solutions which consider the totality of a project, including development of lighting layouts, fixture selections, and lighting control systems
• Incorporates sustainability and energy compliance concepts in product discussions and selection
• Completes submittal reviews, RFIs, and reports on site observations
• Knowledge of applicable codes, standards and best practices to analyze lighting conditions and develop calculations
• Analyzes construction cost estimates for alignment of design intent and approved budgets and develops alternatives for controlling project costs
• Communicates lighting design intent, technical decisions, and cost implications effectively to clients, consultants, and project teams, including preparation and delivery of presentation materials
• Shows foundational capability in effectively managing fees, resources, and the project delivery schedule to ensure the financial health of a project
• Assists in defining the design intent for material qualitative requirements and performance standards to ensure contractually enforceable and accurate representation of the design

Benefits

• Generous paid time off
• 401(k) plan with company match
• tuition reimbursement
• flexible/hybrid work options
• paid parental leave
• excellent insurance offerings including medical, dental, vision, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity protection and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level