Lighting Designer

THE HIDI GROUP INC.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lighting Designer role at ALULA Lighting Design, part of The HIDI Group, involves taking ownership of lighting projects from concept through construction. You will collaborate with architects and engineers to create lighting solutions for commercial, hospitality, healthcare, and institutional spaces.

You will produce lighting layouts, calculations, and specifications using AutoCAD, Revit, AGI32, and related tools, and participate in site visits and on‑site assessments as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Lighting Design or related field (Architectural Engineering, Theatrical Lighting, Architecture, Interior Design, Electrical Engineering).
• 2–4 years of Lighting Design or related industry experience.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Revit; knowledge of AGI32 or Dialux is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with ALULA lighting team and support senior designers and project managers across a range of projects.
• Produce concept presentations, lighting layouts, calculations, fixture specifications, and mock-ups.
• Review shop drawings, conduct site visits, and assist with fixture aiming and contract administration.
• Assist with project organization, meeting minutes, and managing project data.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Time management

Independent thinking

Team player

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Lighting Design

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

AGI32

Dialux

Microsoft Office

Adobe InDesign

SketchUp

Job description

We are looking for a Lighting Designer!

ALULA Lighting Design is an award-winning specialty lighting design studio proudly integrated within The HIDI Group, an employee-owned multidisciplinary engineering consultancy with offices in Toronto, Ottawa, and Calgary.

Our unique structure offers the best of both worlds—the creativity and collaboration of a boutique lighting design studio, backed by the resources, stability, and multidisciplinary expertise of a national consulting firm. From commercial workplaces and mixed‑use developments to hospitality, healthcare, and institutional projects, our team creates lighting solutions that enhance architecture and elevate the human experience.

We're looking for a talented Lighting Designer who is passionate about design, enjoys collaborating with architects and engineers, and is ready to take ownership of projects from concept through construction.

Responsibilities

The Lighting Designer will work collaboratively with the ALULA lighting team and support the senior lighting designer or project managers in the full range of tasks and responsibilities required for a wide range of projects. This includes and not limited to producing concept presentations, lighting layouts, lighting calculations, fixture specifications, mock‑ups, and contract administration work (i.e. shop drawings reviews, site visits and fixture aiming). This applies to ALULA direct projects as well as internal lighting support for HIDI’s electrical base building / tenancy department’s projects.

General Management

• Regular project status communication internally with ALULA project manager / senior designer.
• Assist in project organization and communications such as meeting minutes and managing project data, on projects in various stages of design and construction.

Production

• Compiling lighting design documentations, including presentations using InDesign with graphics and text, lighting layout drawings utilizing CAD or Revit, and lighting specifications (luminaire schedules, cutsheets).
• Performing lighting calculations using AGI32 to verify lighting design and targets, lighting power density and budget calculations.
• Knowledge of the lighting industry, including luminaire trends and research, mock‑up and assessments, as well as communicating with manufacturer, reps, and clients.
• Participate in the occasional on‑site (in town or out of town) lighting surveys, meetings, mock‑up sessions, or final fixture aiming/focusing.

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or above in Lighting Design or associated field (Architectural Engineering, Theatrical Lighting , Architecture, Interior Design, Electrical Engineering, or Industrial Design)
• Enjoys collaborating in a team environment
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to think independently
• A demonstrated ability to work under pressure
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• AutoCAD and Revit
• AGI32 or Dialux
• Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign)
• 3D modeling software such as Sketchup, Rhino (great to have, not a must)
• Participate in industry related professional organizations (IALD, IES, etc.)
• Certified Lighting Designer (CLD) (great to have, not a must)
• NCQLP Lighting Certification (LC) (great to have, not a must)
• 2 to 4 years of Lighting Design (or associated Lighting – related industry) experience

The HIDI Group is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive workplace that is barrier‑free and accessible employment practices in compliance Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise Human Resources if you require an accommodation and we will work with you to meet your needs. Please note that due to the volume of applicants only those who will be considered for an interview will be contacted.