Lighting Design Engineer: Creative, Data-Driven Projects

Rexel France; Leeds; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Performance-related bonus

33 days’ annual leave

Holiday buy/sell

Private medical insurance

Job summary

Rexel UK is seeking a Lighting Design Engineer to design and implement lighting solutions across various industries. You will create plans, perform site surveys, and ensure compliance with regulations while collaborating with customers, suppliers, and internal teams.

You will use Relux/Dialux, Draftsite, and AutoCAD to deliver accurate drawings and lighting calculations. A strong grasp of energy-efficient technologies and Excel spreadsheets is essential.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Relux or Dialux, Draftsite and AutoCAD.
• Proven recent experience in the lighting industry.
• Strong understanding of lighting technologies, controls and energy-efficient solutions.
• Competence in Excel and completing spreadsheets.
• Ability to conduct lighting surveys and deliver professional presentations.
• LIA qualification in lighting design (desirable but not essential).

Responsibilities

• Develop lighting plans and schemes tailored to customer requirements, project goals, and budget constraints.
• Create detailed drawings and plans using CAD, Relux, and other specialist software.
• Ensure compliance with building regulations and industry standards.
• Select appropriate luminaires and controls for each project.
• Conduct site surveys, lux level tests, and ROI reports.
• Provide technical support and guidance to customers.
• Advise on switch specifications and value engineering projects with strategic suppliers.
• Manage projects, coordinate with suppliers, and ensure smooth installations with contractors.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers through the branch network.

Skills

COLLABORATION

HOLDS ACCOUNTABILITY

CUSTOMER PARTNERSHIP

DRIVES RESULTS

INFLUENCES

BUILDS NETWORKS

Education

LIA qualification in lighting design

Tools

Relux

Dialux

Draftsite

AutoCAD

Excel

Job description

Rexel UK is seeking a Lighting Design Engineer to design and implement lighting solutions across various industries. You will create plans, perform site surveys, and ensure compliance with regulations while collaborating with customers, suppliers, and internal teams.

You will use Relux/Dialux, Draftsite, and AutoCAD to deliver accurate drawings and lighting calculations. A strong grasp of energy-efficient technologies and Excel spreadsheets is essential.