Senior Lighting Designer

WSP in the Middle East; Sharjah; Remote; AED 240,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP Middle East invites a passionate Senior Lighting Designer to join our Innovation Lighting Design Studio in the UAE & KSA. You will design, develop, and present lighting concepts for cutting-edge projects, collaborating with designers and engineers across the region.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in Architectural Lighting Design, has 8+ years in lighting consultancy, and is proficient in Dialux/Relux, Revit, CAD/BIM.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Industrial Design, or related field, and a Master’s in Architectural Lighting Design or similar discipline with full professional qualifications.
• Minimum 8 years of relevant lighting design consultancy experience.
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.

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, timelines, and technical documentation.
• Technical Expertise: Apply knowledge of lighting standards, software (Dialux/Relux, Revit), and control systems.
• Client Management: Act as primary contact for clients, deliver presentations and manage design expectations.
• Site Coordination: Conduct on-site inspections, coordinate with contractors, and manage implementation of lighting designs.
• Innovation: Stay updated on trends, sustainability, and new technology, sharing knowledge with the team.

Skills

Lighting design

Project management

Communication

Independent work

Education

Master’s in Architectural Lighting Design

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture/Interior/Industrial Design

Tools

DIALux

Relux

Revit

CAD/BIM

Job description

Job Description

WSP Middle East is excited to welcome a passionate and creative Senior Lighting Designer 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 08 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.