Lighting Consultant

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist lighting consultancy is seeking a motivated Graduate Lighting Consultant to join its expanding team in Sunderland. This role is perfect for engineering graduates looking to develop skills in lighting design and consultancy. Responsibilities include developing designs, conducting surveys, and producing CAD drawings while collaborating with a dynamic team. Ideal candidates hold a degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and possess a full UK driving license. Benefits include gym membership, paid overtime, and a supportive team culture.

Benefits

Monthly gym membership

Company mobile phone

Annual Christmas bonus

Paid overtime

Flexible working options

Welcoming team culture

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering required.
• Full UK driving licence is necessary.
• Lighting-specific qualifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop lighting designs for various office settings.
• Use lighting simulation software to analyze illumination.
• Conduct on-site light surveys and provide recommendations.
• Produce CAD drawings and project documentation.
• Collaborate with architects and clients for design outcomes.
• Undertake site visits for inspections and support.
• Advise on lighting controls and energy-saving strategies.
• Manage multiple projects ensuring deadlines are met.

Skills

Lighting design

Creative problem-solving

Project management

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Lighting simulation software

CAD software

Job description

Graduate Lighting Consultant
Salary: £24,000-£25,000
Location: Sunderland

A specialist lighting consultancy is seeking a motivated Graduate Lighting Consultant to join its expanding team. This role is ideal for engineering graduates looking to develop their skills in lighting design, technology, and consultancy.

Lighting consultants are key to creating safe, sustainable, and visually striking environments. In this role, you will blend engineering knowledge with creative problem-solving to deliver lighting solutions that meet technical standards while enhancing the user experience.

Role Responsibilities

As part of the lighting team, you will:

• Develop lighting designs for a variety of office settings, ensuring regulatory compliance and optimal light levels.

• Use lighting simulation software to analyse illumination, energy efficiency and visual comfort.

• Conduct on-site light surveys and provide evidence-based recommendations.

• Produce CAD drawings, design layouts and project documentation.

• Collaborate with architects, engineers and clients to deliver well-integrated design outcomes.

• Undertake site visits to inspect installations, record measurements and support commissioning activities.

• Advise on lighting controls, energy-saving strategies and best-practice design principles.

• Manage multiple projects, ensuring deadlines and budgets are met.

Essential Requirements

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering.

• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable Experience

• Lighting-specific qualifications (degree or diploma).

• Photography skills.

• Experience carrying out light surveys.

• Previous experience working on site.

Benefits

• Monthly gym membership.

• Company mobile phone.

• Annual Christmas bonus.

• Paid overtime.

• Flexible working options.

• Welcoming and supportive team culture.

If you’re an ambitious engineering graduate with a passion for lighting and innovative design, we’d love to hear from you.

To apply, please contact Abi King at Penguin Recruitment.