Lighting Designer I: CAD, Renderings & Calculations

Jersey Digs; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Lighting Designer I to support architectural teams with lighting design, documentation, and renderings. You will contribute to calculations, energy analyses, and compliance credits under guidance from senior designers.

The role emphasizes collaboration, precise documentation, and the ability to prioritize tasks in a dynamic, employee-owned environment. Local candidates preferred for this position in a busy regional setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Architectural Engineering with a Lighting Design focus or related field.
• Proficient in AGI32, eLumTools, Revit and AutoCAD; strong MS Office skills.
• Excellent verbal communication and organizational abilities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Active participation in an employee-owned culture is expected.

Responsibilities

• Work under a senior designer and collaborate with project teams on lighting design.
• Manage project lighting documentation, CAD/model production, and renderings.
• Perform lighting calculations, energy and economic assessments, and compliance credits.

Skills

Verbal communication

Organization

Time management

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

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

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

Tools

AGI32

eLumTools

Revit

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

SketchUp

3DS Max

Rhino

DIVA

iRay

Job description

HDR is seeking a Lighting Designer I to support architectural teams with lighting design, documentation, and renderings. You will contribute to calculations, energy analyses, and compliance credits under guidance from senior designers.

The role emphasizes collaboration, precise documentation, and the ability to prioritize tasks in a dynamic, employee-owned environment. Local candidates preferred for this position in a busy regional setting.