Lighting Technology Designer

Visual Comfort Co.; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid in Showroom

Training & Development

Paid Time Off

Holidays

401(k) with company matching

Health benefits

Job summary

Visual Comfort Co. is seeking a Lighting Technology Designer in Chicago to create detailed layouts for lighting, shading, and control systems using AutoCAD and related tools.

You will collaborate with project teams and design partners to deliver accurate, high-quality designs that meet client needs. The role requires 3+ years in residential lighting design or controls, a relevant bachelor’s degree, and proficiency in AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Acrobat, and Excel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in lighting design, architecture, industrial engineering, or related discipline required.
• 3+ years of project-based residential lighting control, fixture, or design/drafting experience required.
• Proficient drafting skills using AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Acrobat, and Excel; experience with Dialux or AGI32 helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Produce accurate, efficient system layouts and documentation for lighting, lighting control, and shading solutions using AutoCAD and other tools.
• Execute technology design plans within Visual Comfort standards for consistency and quality.
• Lead technology presentations to builders, interior designers, architects, and integrators to showcase control and automation solutions.
• Collaborate with Business Development, Project Designers, and Project Management to convert new customers and strengthen relationships with existing clients.
• Act as a technical resource to internal teams and clients using deep product knowledge and system design expertise.
• Travel for client meetings, project walk-throughs, and site visits within showroom and trade area markets.
• Meet project milestones and deadlines, ensuring timely delivery of design phases.
• Work effectively in a team environment to achieve organizational goals and solve problems.

Skills

Lutron/AVIXA/CEDIA certs

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Acrobat

Excel

Dialux

AGI32

Education

Bachelor’s degree in lighting design, architecture, industrial engineering, or related discipline

Tools

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Acrobat

Excel

Dialux

AGI32

Job description

Who we are:

Visual Comfort & Co. is the premier resource for decorative and architectural lighting, ceiling fans, system controls and automated shading solutions from the most influential designers in the world. We are proud to offer a market-leading range of premium products across categories, styles and price points, remaining committed to beautiful design and, above all, a world-class customer experience.

Reporting directly to Technology Design Manager or Lighting Design Manager within the Systems department, the Lighting Technology Designer will collaborate with our internal Project Design, Business Development, and Project Management Teams as well as client and external design partners to design, specify, and layout lighting control systems and automated shading solutions. This role will help create more intelligent, responsive, and beautifully lit environments.

Visual Comfort Offers:

• Work-Life Balance: Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm, Hybrid in Showroom
• Training & Development: A comprehensive and structured training program, complemented by ongoing education and opportunities for career advancement.
• Paid Time Off: Generous vacation accrual and paid time off policies.
• Holidays: 7 paid holidays per year, in addition to 2 floating holidays.
• Compensation: Competitive compensation plan
• Health Benefits: Visual Comfort covers the majority of employee medical premiums, and offers competitive vision and dental coverage available starting the first of the month following your start date.
• Insurance: Company-provided life insurance and short-term disability coverage.
• Retirement: 401(k) plan with company matching up to 4%, available beginning the first of the month following your hire date.

How success is defined:

• Produce accurate, efficient, and creative system layouts and documentation for lighting, lighting control and motorized shading solutions, utilizing AutoCAD and/or other applicable design tools.
• Execute technology design plans within Visual Comfort standards, ensuring consistency and quality across both system designs and client-facing deliverables.
• Participate in and/or lead technology presentations to builders, interior designers, architects, and integrators, showcasing control and automation solutions.
• Collaborate with Business Development, Project Designers, and Project Management Teams across all markets to convert new customers and further develop relationships with existing Visual Comfort clients.
• Leverage deep product knowledge and system design expertise to act as a technical resource to internal team members and clients.
• Travel for client meetings, project walk-throughs, and site visits within assigned showroom and trade area markets.
• Meet established project milestones and deadlines, ensuring timely delivery of all design phases.
• Work effectively with others in a team environment to accomplish organizational goals and to identify and resolve problems.

What you will bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in lighting design, architecture, industrial engineer, or related discipline required.
• 3+ years of project-based residential, lighting control, fixture, or design/drafting experience required.
• Lutron or AVIXA and/or CEDIA certifications a plus; ability to successfully earn and maintain applicable professional certifications related to lighting controls, shading systems, and residential technology solutions.
• Proficient computer and drafting skills utilizing AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Acrobat, and Excel; experience with Dialux or AGI32 helpful but not required.
• Project management experience helpful but not required.
• Experience in interior design, custom home building products, luxury home furnishings, and/or lighting industry a plus.
• Keen eye for design and creativity.
• Knowledge of residential construction processes and a good understanding of construction documents.
• Experience professionally presenting solutions to customers.

Compensation Range: $80,000

Compensation is based on individual factors, including skill set, relevant experience, and work location

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