Graduate Lighting Consultant

Penguin Recruitment; North East; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading lighting design firm in the North East of England is seeking a Lighting Consultant to join their Newcastle team. This role, suitable for graduates to principals, involves delivering high-quality lighting designs through creativity and technical expertise. Responsibilities include leading projects, collaborating with clients, and performing lighting calculations using specialist software. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and a UK driving licence. The firm offers a competitive salary and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Monthly gym membership

Company mobile phone

Christmas bonus

Paid overtime

Flexible working options

Relaxed working environment

Qualifications

• Essential degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering is required.
• Full UK driving licence is required.
• Desirable knowledge or qualification in Lighting is a bonus.
• Experience with photography and site work is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead lighting projects from concept through to delivery.
• Complete lighting calculations and modelling using specialist software.
• Produce accurate CAD drawings and design documentation.
• Collaborate with clients for innovative solutions.

Skills

Lighting design

Technical drawing

Client collaboration

Lighting calculations

Project management

Education

Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Degree or diploma in Lighting

Tools

CAD software

Lighting modelling software

Job description

Lighting Consultant (Graduate to Principal)

Do you love designing lighting that's both technically robust and genuinely inspiring? We're looking for a Lighting Consultant (Graduate to Principal level) to join our friendly, supportive Newcastle team. You'll work on varied, office-based projects, build your technical capability, and develop your career within a purpose-led business.

The Role

You’ll combine creativity with technical expertise to deliver thoughtful, high-quality lighting designs across a range of projects – taking work from early concepts through to completion.

What You’ll Get

• Competitive salary: 25,000-40,000 (depending on experience)
• Monthly gym membership
• Company mobile phone
• Christmas bonus
• Paid overtime
• Flexible working options
• A relaxed, supportive working environment

Key Responsibilities

• Lead lighting projects from concept through to delivery
• Complete lighting calculations and modelling using specialist software
• Produce accurate CAD drawings and design documentation
• Carry out lighting surveys and occasional site visits
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to develop innovative solutions

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

• Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable:

• Degree or diploma in Lighting
• Experience with photography, surveys, and site work

What Your Day Might Look Like

• Meeting clients to understand briefs and priorities
• Developing lighting concepts and models using advanced software
• Visiting sites to carry out surveys and gather key data
• Producing detailed CAD drawings and technical outputs
• Managing multiple projects and keeping deadlines on track

Ready to take the next step in your lighting career? We’d love to hear from you. Contact Abi King at Penguin Recruitment to apply or find out more.