Senior Lighting Designer

Nipek; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NIPEK in Singapore invites a Senior Lighting Designer to guide projects from concept through construction. You will work on hospitality, cultural, and infrastructure schemes, collaborating with architects, designers, and clients in a fast-paced studio at Bugis.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of lighting design experience, a degree in a related field, and strong skills in AutoCAD and Photoshop (SketchUp/Revit a plus).

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Lighting Design, Architecture, Interior Design or related field.
• Minimum 5 years for Senior position or 1 year for Lighting Designer role.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Photoshop; familiarity with SketchUp, Revit or lighting calculation software is a plus.
• Strong design sensibility and good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing lighting design concepts that align with the architectural vision and client brief
• Prepare lighting layouts, fixture schedules, and design documentation across project stages
• Research and specify lighting fixtures and controls suited to project needs and budget
• Liaise with architects, consultants, and clients to coordinate design and technical requirements
• Support tender and construction documentation
• Attend project meetings, site visits, and design reviews
• Assist with on-site lighting focusing, testing, and commissioning as required

Skills

Lighting design

AutoCAD

Photoshop

SketchUp

Revit

Communication

Education

Diploma or degree in Lighting Design, Architecture, Interior Design

Tools

AutoCAD

Photoshop

SketchUp

Revit

Job description

NIPEK is an international lighting design consultancy with studios in Singapore and Japan, delivering innovative lighting solutions for hospitality, architectural, and environmental projects. We collaborate with architects, designers, and developers to create inspiring, sustainable spaces through thoughtful lighting design, with a commitment to quality, creativity, and design excellence.

Work Location: Central (Bugis)

Workdays: Monday - Friday, 9am to 6pm

We are looking for Senior / Lighting Designer to join our team. This role covers all aspects of lighting design, from concept development through to construction, across a portfolio of hospitality, cultural, and infrastructure projects. The Lighting Designer will report to the Associates and Directors.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in developing lighting design concepts that align with the architectural vision and client brief
• Prepare lighting layouts, fixture schedules, and design documentation across project stages
• Research and specify lighting fixtures and controls suited to project needs and budget
• Liaise with architects, consultants, and clients to coordinate design and technical requirements
• Support tender and construction documentation
• Attend project meetings, site visits, and design reviews
• Assist with on-site lighting focusing, testing, and commissioning as required

About you

• Diploma or degree in Lighting Design, Architecture, Interior Design, or related field
• At least 5 years of relevant work experience for Senior post or 1 year for Lighting Designer
• Remuneration will be commensurate with experience and skill set
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Photoshop; familiarity with SketchUp, Revit, or lighting calculation software is a plus
• Strong design sensibility, good communication skills, and ability to manage multiple projects
• Team player with the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced studio environment