Lead Emergency Lighting Design Engineer

Robert Hurst Limited; Stafford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Robert Hurst Limited seeks an experienced Lighting Design Engineer to lead the design and delivery of lighting and emergency lighting systems across commercial, industrial and public-sector projects. You will produce calculations, layouts and technical drawings, ensuring compliance with BS standards and project specs.

The role requires strong knowledge of lighting software (DIALux evo / Relux) and ability to coordinate with M&E teams, architects and clients from concept through handover.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Lighting Design Engineer or similar role with a focus on lighting

Responsibilities

• Design and develop internal and external lighting systems for commercial, industrial and public-sector buildings.
• Produce emergency lighting designs in accordance with BS 5266-1 and relevant standards.
• Carry out lighting calculations, lux-level assessments and emergency lighting coverage assessments.
• Use lighting design software to produce calculations, layouts, specifications and technical reports.
• Develop lighting layouts, luminaire schedules, circuit information and installation drawings.
• Specify suitable luminaires, emergency lighting fittings, exit signs and control systems.
• Liaise with electrical engineers, M&E contractors, architects, consultants and clients to coordinate designs.
• Review technical submissions, equipment selections and contractor proposals.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant British Standards, Building Regulations and project specifications.
• Attend design meetings and provide technical support during installation, commissioning and handover.
• Identify design issues, propose solutions and revise drawings and calculations where required.
• Produce detailed design documentation and as-built information where necessary.

Skills

Lighting design

Emergency lighting design

BS 5266-1 knowledge

BS EN 1838 knowledge

Lighting calculations

Lux plots

Technical drawings

Coordination with M&E teams

Education

Electrical engineering degree / HNC / HND

Building services knowledge

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

BIM

DIALux evo

Relux

Job description

Robert Hurst Limited seeks an experienced Lighting Design Engineer to lead the design and delivery of lighting and emergency lighting systems across commercial, industrial and public-sector projects. You will produce calculations, layouts and technical drawings, ensuring compliance with BS standards and project specs.

The role requires strong knowledge of lighting software (DIALux evo / Relux) and ability to coordinate with M&E teams, architects and clients from concept through handover.