Lighting Project Designer

IMEG Consultants•Chicago, IL

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Illuminating Concepts, IMEG's Architectural Lighting Studio, is hiring a Lighting Project Designer to support the growth of our Architectural Lighting team through proactive design leadership and project ownership. In this role, you will lead smaller projects independently while working closely with engineers and consultants to deliver lighting solutions that support positive client outcomes and stay aligned with project budgets. You’ll also help mentor team members, collaborate across disciplines, and build project management and proposal-writing experience.

Requirements

Proficiency in design techniques, tools, and concepts involved in the production of technical plans and specifications
Enriched 2D and 3D visualization and design skills.
Expanded knowledge and understanding of lighting design including both visual and technical aspects.
Ability to train and mentor less experienced staff
Proficiency of industry standard engineering and design software and tools including AGI32 or similar photometric software
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups in a timely manner
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Eagerness to adapt to new challenges
Proficiency in the use of Building Information Model software
Proficient with MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook
Ability to travel up to 10% with occasional overnight stays
This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
Bachelor of Science (BS) or Bachelor of Arts (BA) Degree in Architectural Engineering, Theatrical Lighting Design, Interior Design, or equivalent required
5 years of experience minimum required, 6 preferred, in the building design consulting industry
Engineer-In-Training (EIT) certification preferred OR Associates degree, or certificate, in Building Information Modeling (Building Information Model) or Engineering preferred
9 years of experience minimum required, 10 preferred, in the building design consulting or construction industry

Responsibilities

Determine appropriate design practices and standards, illuminance targets, and uniformity targets based on client and project needs, and align with IES recommendations
Create visual presentations for client meetings using PowerPoint, Bluebeam, InDesign, Photoshop, AGI32, or other methods to illustrate design concepts
Create luminaire layouts and perform illuminance calculations using AGI32 software
Select luminaire options and develop luminaire schedules
Design lighting layouts that include basic control sensors and draft lighting control sequences of operations and zone schedules in Revit or, more rarely, AutoCAD
Coordinate internally or externally with electrical engineering on zoning, emergency lighting, and energy code and sustainability documentation, including but not limited to ComCheck
Coordinate with other engineering teams, interior designers, architects, and any other owner provided consultants or representatives, as required
Actively contribute to the local section of the Illuminating Engineering Society
Attend project job site visits to review existing conditions or luminaire and controls installations and work with on site team to focus lighting and adjust light levels
Assist with creating luminaire mockups in the office or at the job site
Help drive consistent quality across projects, support the development of IMEG standards, and begin developing client relationships
Manage smaller to middle-size projects and collaborate with senior lighting design team members, project executives, or client executives to learn and write proposals