Lighting Retrofit Auditor — On-Site Energy Audit Expert

The Lighting Group Seattle; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

The Lighting Group Seattle is seeking a detail-oriented Lighting Retrofit Auditor to perform on-site audits of commercial, industrial, and institutional facilities and translate field data into compelling LED retrofit and smart controls proposals. This role operates under CRS and supports Distributors and Contractors with energy-efficient lighting solutions.

Responsibilities include walkthroughs, documenting fixtures and controls, energy analyses, and delivering professional audit reports and

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in lighting, electrical, energy auditing, or a related field.
• Working knowledge of commercial and industrial lighting systems, including fixture types, lamp technologies, and controls.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, floor plans, and facility layouts.
• Familiarity with lighting design or energy analysis software a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to translate technical field data into clear, professional reports.
• Demonstrated attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple audit projects simultaneously.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required; ability to travel to facilities throughout the service area.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site walkthroughs of commercial, industrial, and institutional facilities to assess existing lighting conditions.
• Identify and document fixture types, lamp models, base configurations, ballast types, and operational wattages.
• Map controls and utilization by recording existing timers, sensors, and structural zoning; identify overlit and underlit areas.
• Measure ambient light levels using foot-candle meters to verify conditions against industry and facility standards.
• Capture visual evidence by taking site photographs of fixtures, mounting conditions, and electrical service panels.
• Design replacement lighting systems and controls using TLG and CRS product lines based on audit findings.
• Prepare energy analyses and savings calculations comparing existing versus proposed systems.
• Produce professional audit reports, lighting layouts, and retrofit proposals for use by Distributors and Contractors.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with Distributors, Contractors, and internal TLG/CRS team members.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Project coordination

Reading electrical drawings

Energy auditing

Travel readiness

Driver's license

Tools

Lighting design software

Energy analysis software

Job description

The Lighting Group Seattle is seeking a detail-oriented Lighting Retrofit Auditor to perform on-site audits of commercial, industrial, and institutional facilities and translate field data into compelling LED retrofit and smart controls proposals. This role operates under CRS and supports Distributors and Contractors with energy-efficient lighting solutions.

Responsibilities include walkthroughs, documenting fixtures and controls, energy analyses, and delivering professional audit reports and