Lighting Designer II

Aetwork; New York (NY); On-site; USD 62,500 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for growth within a nationally recognized design firm

Exposure to high-profile projects

Job summary

Aetwork is seeking a Lighting Designer II based in New York City to join our architectural lighting design team. This position is perfect for a motivated designer eager to grow in a dynamic studio while contributing to diverse projects. Responsibilities include assisting in lighting concepts, preparing drawings, performing calculations, and coordinating with teams. Qualifications include a relevant Bachelor's degree and 2-3+ years of experience in architectural lighting design. Salary range is $62,500-$68,000, with opportunities for growth and exposure to high-profile projects.

Qualifications

• 2-3+ years of experience in Architectural Lighting Design or equivalent.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• On-site experience is preferred but not required.
• Ability to travel nationally and internationally preferred.
• Must be fluent in written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of lighting concepts and design documentation.
• Prepare drawings, redline and presentation materials.
• Support fixture research, specifications and cutsheets.
• Perform lighting calculations and analysis (Agi32 or similar).
• Coordinate with internal teams and external consultants.
• Attend project meetings and occasional site visits.
• Support project timeline and deliverables.

Skills

AutoCAD

Revit

BIM

Adobe Suites

Agi32

COMCheck

Lighting Design

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design, Architecture, Engineering or Lighting Design

Tools

Bluebeam

Job description

BOLD is a national award-winning architectural lighting design firm located in New York City & Los Angeles. Our work is rooted in storytelling, where light becomes an integral layer of architecture, shaping atmosphere, emotion and experience. We are recognized leaders in the field of lighting design, bringing creativity, innovation and technical expertise to every project we undertake.

We specialize in hospitality environments including luxury hotels, resorts and restaurants, while our portfolio spans high-end residential, mixed-use developments, commercial interiors and landscape design. Our projects extend across the U.S. and internationally, including the Bahamas, Middle East, Hong Kong, Singapore and beyond.

Our studio culture is collaborative, design-driven and fast-paced with a strong emphasis on creativity, technical rigor and growth. We offer a supportive work environment, competitive benefits and opportunities to contribute to globally recognized projects.

At BOLD, we are not just lighting designers, we are storytellers who use light to create narratives that resonate with the people who experience our spaces.

BOLD is an equal opportunity employer.

The Role

We are seeking a New York City based Lighting Designer II to join our architectural lighting design team. This role is ideal for a motivated designer looking to grow within a dynamic studio environment while contributing to a wide range of project types.

The candidate will work closely with the Senior Designer and Studio Leaders, supporting projects from concept through construction while developing creative and technical skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of lighting concepts and design documentation.
• Prepare drawings, redline and presentation materials.
• Support fixture research, specifications and cutsheets.
• Perform lighting calculations and analysis (Agi32 or similar)
• Coordinate with internal teams and external consultants.
• Attend project meetings and occasional site visits.
• Support project timeline and deliverables.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in Interior Design, Architecture, Engineering or Lighting Design.
• 2-3+ years of experience in Architectural Lighting Design or equivalent.
• AutoCAD, Revit, BIM, Adobe Suites, Revu Bluebeam, Agi32 or other light modelling software, COMCheck or other energy compliancy software.
• Familiarity with ASHRAE, Title 24, IES Standards, LEED or other energy compliance standards is a plus but not required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• On-site experience is preferred but not required.
• Ability to travel nationally and internationally preferred.
• On-site position. Hybrid time can be considered.
• Must be fluent in written and spoken English.

No relocation provided.

Benefits

• Salary Range: $62,500-$68,000 (commensurate with experience)
• Opportunities for growth within a nationally recognized design firm
• Exposure to high-profile projects