Lighting Systems Design Engineer - Clearwing

Clair Global Corporation•Phoenix, AZ

About The Position

The Lighting Systems Design Engineer supports the Operations and Installation teams by designing functional lighting systems, preparing infrastructure and installation documentation, and answering installation-related questions from the field. Engineering personnel report to the Engineering Manager. The role works with project teams and other engineering disciplines to develop, review, and maintain construction and installation documentation. It also involves reviewing bills of materials for completeness, preparing change orders when needed, developing technical knowledge, maintaining vendor relationships, and contributing to technical standards and process improvements.

Requirements

Extensive knowledge of lighting fixtures and control systems.
At least 5 years of design, installation, technical theatrical, or touring/production experience.
High proficiency in Autodesk AutoCAD and/or Autodesk REVIT.
Working knowledge of ETC Lighting products and integrated control systems.
In-depth knowledge of construction documentation, including floor plans, RCPs, building sections, schematics, and riser diagrams.
Understanding of bid processes and consultant specification documentation.
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and meet or exceed project-driven deadlines.
Ability and desire to work in a team-oriented, interdisciplinary culture.
A mentality of constant process improvement.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of Lightwright.
Working knowledge of Vectorworks.
Working knowledge of high-voltage (120/208v) power distribution.
Working knowledge of low-voltage control system wiring.
Working knowledge of networking system programming.
Working knowledge of typical commercial building means and methods.
ETCP Entertainment Electrician certification.

Responsibilities

Attend design, project kick-off, and other project-related meetings as needed.
Draft infrastructure and installation documentation, including light plots, Lightwright files, single-line diagrams, schematics, equipment floor plans, RCPs, sections and elevations, mounting and installation details, point-to-point and box schedules, wire pull schedules, and panel schedules.
Collaborate with rigging and AV-specific engineers on construction drawings for interdisciplinary AVLRD projects.
Review drawing packages drafted by other engineers as needed.
Review existing bills of material for functional completeness against the project scope of work.
Author change orders for contracted projects as needed.
Respond to technical questions from Operations and Installation teams during installation, and update installation documentation as needed according to installation schedules.
Develop and maintain knowledge of current and emerging technologies offered by the company.
Maintain vendor relationships through meetings, educational sessions, and consistent communication.
Assist in developing and implementing technical standards and processes.