Entry Level Lighting Designer

SmithGroup • Denver, CO

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

SmithGroup is seeking an Entry Level Lighting Designer to join its Denver office. The role provides lighting and daylighting services to SmithGroup offices and external clients nationally and internationally. The designer performs routine assignments under supervision, collaborates with Lighting Designers on concepts and design direction, and supports project presentations, documentation, renderings, specifications, shop drawing reviews, budgeting, and construction administration. The role also involves mentoring and training interns, supporting marketing proposals, and participating in local professional association events and educational sessions.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Architectural Engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university, with a concentration in Lighting Design or equivalent.
• Commitment to design excellence, creativity, and an entrepreneurial spirit.
• Proficiency in current design software such as CAD, Revit, 3ds Max, AGi32, and Adobe software, as well as Microsoft Office.
• Working knowledge of other disciplines’ concepts and ability to understand and communicate with professionals in other disciplines.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills with team members, consultants, and clients.

Responsibilities

• Provide lighting and daylighting services to SmithGroup offices and external clients nationally and internationally.
• Perform routine lighting design assignments under supervision.
• Collaborate with Lighting Designers to develop lighting design concepts and design direction.
• Prepare presentation materials and assist with internal and external presentations.
• Compile data and prepare design solutions using appropriate software, including 3ds Max, Revit, Grasshopper, and Excel.
• Prepare documentation, presentations, and renderings as instructed.
• Consult with manufacturers, evaluate materials, and select lighting systems.
• Prepare lighting cost mapping to establish project lighting budgets.
• Write specifications and check shop drawings under supervision.
• Assist with construction administration, including responding to RFIs, preparing sketches and addendums (CCDs), and visiting construction sites to gather information or prepare punch lists under supervision.
• Mentor and train interns.
• Research information and create graphics for marketing proposals and materials.
• Attend local professional association events and educational sessions.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling and a hybrid work environment.
• Three weeks of PTO within the first year, with the option to purchase additional time off.
• Eight paid federal holidays and 15 additional Fridays off.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Wellbeing resources.
• Paid parental leave.
• Flexible spending account and voluntary insurance options.
• 401(k) program with employer matching.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• One-on-one career coaching and professional development opportunities.
• Annual performance-based bonus.

What This Job Offers

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