Lighting Designer 1

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Pennington (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Lighting Designer I to join architectural project teams in New Jersey. You will support all aspects of lighting design, develop documentation, CAD models, renderings, and perform lighting calculations.

You’ll work under a senior designer and coordinate with cross‑functional teams to meet project goals in a fast-paced environment. Local candidates preferred for on-site collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architectural Engineering specializing in Lighting Design or closely related field.
• Experience with healthcare, science & technology, federal, or entertainment facilities preferred.
• Intern Lighting Certified (LC) through NCQLP - preferred.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and prioritize multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Work under the guidance of a more-senior designer on all aspects of lighting design.
• Prepare project lighting documentation, CAD/model production, renderings, and lighting calculations.
• Ensure energy and economic calculations and building certification credits are addressed.

Skills

Time management

Prioritization

Teamwork

Adaptability

Culture fit

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architectural Engineering (Lighting Design) or closely related field

Master's degree in Architectural Lighting or Architectural Engineering (Lighting Design) - preferred

Intern Lighting Certified (LC) through NCQLP - preferred

Tools

AGI32

eLumtools

Revit

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? Watch Our Story: ' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

In the role of Lighting Designer I, we'll count on you to:

• Work under the guidance of a more-senior designer, and work with architectural project teams on all aspects of the art, science and business of lighting design
• Take responsibility for project lighting documentation, CAD/model production, presentation material and renderings, lighting calculations, energy and economic calculations, and building certification compliance credits.
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Intern Lighting Certified (LC) through the National Council on Qualifications for the Lighting Professions (NCQLP)
• Master's degree in Architectural Lighting or Architectural Engineering specializing in Lighting Design
• 1 year experience or an internship with a lighting design, architectural/engineering, or engineering consulting firm that produced architectural lighting documentation.
• Experience with Healthcare, Science and Technology, Federal, or Entertainment facilities preferred.
• Local candidates preferred

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architectural Engineering specializing in Lighting Design or closely related field
• Strong computer skills with core competencies using AGI32, eLumtools, Revit, AutoCad, and Microsoft Office
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Able to effectively prioritize multiple tasks
• Effective working individually and within team environments
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location

United States-New Jersey-Pennington

Other Locations

United States-New York-New York

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Posting

Sep 14, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.