Lighting Designer

WSP in the Middle East; Dubai; On-site; AED 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP Middle East invites a passionate Consultant/Senior Consultant – Lighting Design to join its Innovation Lighting Design Studio in UAE & KSA. You will design, develop, and lead lighting projects, collaborating with top designers and engineers in the region.

The role requires a strong degree in architecture or lighting, 5+ years in lighting design consultancy, and proficiency with Dialux/Relux, Revit, and CAD/BIM.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s in Lighting Design preferred
• Minimum 5 years of relevant lighting design consultancy experience
• Strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in lighting design tools (Dialux/Relux), CAD/BIM and presentation software is an advantage

Responsibilities

• Design & development: Produce comprehensive lighting designs, including sketches, drawings, specifications, design reports and mock-ups
• Project management: Lead projects through all stages, managing budgets and timelines
• Technical expertise: Apply deep knowledge of lighting standards, software and control systems
• Client management: Act as the primary point of contact for clients, delivering presentations and managing design expectations
• Site coordination: Conduct on-site inspections, coordinate with contractors and oversee implementation
• Innovation: Stay updated on market trends, sustainable practices and new technology

Skills

Lighting design

Project management

Client management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture/Interior/Industrial Design

Master’s degree in Architectural Lighting Design

Tools

Dialux/Relux

CAD/BIM

Revit

Presentation software

Job description

Job Description:

WSP Middle East is excited to welcome a passionate and creative Consultant/ Senior Consultant – Lighting Design to our Innovation Lighting Design Studio in UAE & KSA.

If you’re driven by the power of light to transform spaces, eager to work on cutting-edge projects, and ready to collaborate with some of the region’s most forward-thinking designers and engineers, we’d love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Design & Development: Produce comprehensive lighting designs, including sketches, graphical drawings, specifications, design reports, and mock-ups.
• Project Management: Lead projects through all stages, managing budgets, timelines, and technical documentation.
• Technical Expertise: Apply deep knowledge of lighting standards, software (e.g., DIALux, AGI32, Revit), and control systems.
• Client Management: Act as the primary point of contact for clients, delivering presentations and managing design expectations.
• Site Coordination: Conduct on-site inspections, coordinate with contractors, and manage the implementation of lighting designs.
• Innovation: Stay updated on market trends, sustainable practices, and new technology, sharing knowledge with the team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Industrial Design, or a related field, and a Master’s degree in Architectural Lighting Design or a similar discipline with full professional qualifications.
• Minimum 05 years of relevant experience in lighting design consultancy.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in lighting design tools (e.g., Dialux/Relux), CAD/BIM platforms, and presentation software is an advantage.
• Ability to work independently and remotely while remaining engaged with the core team.

Preferred Attributes

• Strong design sensibility and attention to detail.
• Understanding of human-centric lighting, sustainable design, and relevant industry standards/codes.
• Ability to manage time effectively across multiple projects.
• Collaborative mindset with a willingness to learn and adapt.