Technical Lighting Designer (Electrical Engineer)

Elettrico Lighting L.L.C.; Dubai; On-site; AED 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Elettrico Lighting L.L.C. is seeking a skilled Technical Lighting Designer / Electrical Engineer to join their team in Dubai. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing and preparing technical drawings for projects, requiring collaboration with production and sales teams to meet client needs and industry standards.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and 2–5 years of experience in lighting design. Proficiency in AutoCAD, DIALux, and excellent communication skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in lighting design and technical support for lighting projects.
• Knowledge of lighting products and LED technology.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed technical drawings, shop drawings, and 2D/3D designs.
• Develop lighting layouts and prepare lighting design presentations.
• Coordinate with clients and project managers regarding design requirements.

Skills

Lighting design

Technical documentation

Problem-solving skills

Project coordination

Communication skills

Technical drawings

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

DIALux

SketchUp

Adobe Acrobat

Photoshop

Job description

Technical Lighting Designer / Electrical Engineer

Location: Dubai, UAE

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and detail‑oriented Technical Lighting Designer / Electrical Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and preparing technical drawings, support layouts, and lighting products for projects. The role requires close coordination with production, project, and sales teams to ensure designs meet client requirements, industry standards, and manufacturing capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed technical drawings, shop drawings, and 2D/3D designs for lighting fixtures and systems.
• Prepare technical submittals and samples for client developers for approval and coordinate with procurement.
• Develop lighting layouts, review technical specifications, and prepare lighting design presentations.
• Coordinate with clients, project managers, and production teams regarding design requirements and project specifications.
• Ensure all designs comply with applicable standards, regulations, and quality requirements.
• Prepare Bills of Materials (BOM) and technical documentation.
• Provide technical support during project execution and production stages.
• Conduct site visits for measurements, inspections, and project coordination when required.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering.

• Minimum 2–5 years of experience in lighting design and technical support for lighting projects.
• Knowledge of lighting products, LED technology, technical submittals, fabrication processes, and manufacturing methods.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and coordination abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in decorative, architectural, or commercial lighting design.
• Knowledge of lighting calculations and design software such as Dialux or Relux.
• Experience preparing technical submittals and project documentation.
• Familiarity with lighting controls: DALI, DMX, Phase‑Cut, 0/1‑10V.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp, DIALux Evo, DIALux 4.13, Adobe Acrobat, and Photoshop.