Junior Lighting Designer — Grow Your Craft on Real Projects

Paylocity; Minneapolis, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 63,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with match

Paid community service day

Floating holiday

Hybrid work option

Parking/tbus pass

Job summary

Michaud Cooley Erickson is seeking a Lighting Designer to join our collaborative team. This entry‑level role focuses on building a foundation in lighting system design, documentation, and project delivery under supervision of project managers and lead designers.

You will develop skills in lighting calculations, equipment specs, and software tools while supporting energy code understanding and site visits. The position offers growth and a hybrid work option.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree required.
• LC certification preferred for candidates.

Responsibilities

• Develops lighting design under supervision and follows design standards.
• Prepares equipment schedules and specs for lighting and controls.
• Drafts project sheets and existing conditions in design software.
• Creates floor plans for construction documents and performs site visits.
• Maintains organized digital filing and project documentation.
• Supports energy code compliance in lighting projects.

Skills

Quick learner

Theoretical to practical

Analytical thinking

Integrity

Positive attitude

Self-motivated

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Professionalism

Dress code adherence

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree

Lighting Certification (LC) preferred

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Lighting design software

MS Office

Job description

Michaud Cooley Erickson is seeking a Lighting Designer to join our collaborative team. This entry‑level role focuses on building a foundation in lighting system design, documentation, and project delivery under supervision of project managers and lead designers.

You will develop skills in lighting calculations, equipment specs, and software tools while supporting energy code understanding and site visits. The position offers growth and a hybrid work option.