Lighting Designer II at EwingCole

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Jul, 26

Salary

120000.0

Posted On

01 May, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Lighting design, Lighting calculations, Project management, Mentoring, AutoCAD, Revit, Lighting control systems, Specification writing, Construction administration, Cost estimation, Value engineering, Product evaluation, Client presentations, Quality assurance, Technical leadership

Industry

Architecture and Planning

Description

Description EwingCole is a nationally recognized architecture, engineering, interior design and planning firm with offices across the country. Our multi-disciplinary practice is built on the core values of professional excellence, design quality and collaboration. We are seeking a motivated Lighting Designer II to join our New York office. The Lighting Designer II performs lighting design and oversees documentation of a variety of project types, sizes and market segments. Senior position within the lighting department with responsibility to manage mentoring, workload and daily tasks of junior staff at a project level. They have passed the LC exam and completed the required work experience to successfully gain LC professional licensure. Individual may also get IALD certification. Essential Functions Delegate and review lighting calculations completed by less experienced lighting staff to understand lighting requirements and product selections. Teach staff calculation software and methods for completing calculation process. Lead lighting design on projects of all sizes and multiple market segments and across multiple offices, often leading different team members on overlapping project schedules and phases of design. Extensive understanding of lighting design criteria for typical and highly specialized spaces/building types Review products and evaluate components, design quality of materials, issues of maintenance, product quality and provide recommendations for projects. Review comments/questions of less experienced lighting staff on product selections and characteristics Design within project budget and establish VE options with an understanding of cost impact (including general mark-ups, labor costs, etc.) for projects. Coordinate with cost estimators and review detailed cost estimates completed during design and bids during construction. Extensive knowledge/experience in designing lighting control systems including documentation of one line diagrams, details, specification, sequence of operations and integration with other building systems. Oversee lighting design coordination with architects and other disciplines for RCP coordination, design intent, W/SF for mechanical, etc. Lead lighting presentations with clients and project stakeholders in a clear and concise manner Mentor less experienced lighting design staff with lighting design concepts, project design process, technical expertise, etc. Edit all lighting and lighting control specifications Complete QA of other projects/lighting design work within the office Perform in-house and on-site construction administration tasks Review projects and complete minimal documentation utilizing AutoCad and Revit, and create mark-ups for drafting by others Attend seminars and continuing education programs and lead continuing education for less experienced staff. Performs other duties and responsibilities as required or requested. Requirements Required Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Architectural Engineering or Architecture 8+ years’ experience Lighting Certified (LC) Engineering calculation programs and equipment selection software Microsoft Office Suite Basic computer analysis skills Preferred Education and Experience Experience with AutoCAD/Revit IALD Certificate Benefits of Working at EwingCole Generous paid time off, 401(k) plan with company match, tuition reimbursement, flexible/hybrid work options, paid parental leave, excellent insurance offerings including medical, dental, vision, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity protection and more. EwingCole will not be accepting outside recruitment assistance on this position including from agencies with a written agreement in place. Any staffing/employment agency, person or entity that submits a resume to EwingCole does so with the understanding that the applicant's resume will become the property of EwingCole. EwingCole will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion and without any fee owed to the submitting staffing/employment agency, person or entity. #LI-Hybrid

Responsibilities

The Lighting Designer II leads lighting design projects across various market segments while managing the workload and mentoring junior staff. They are responsible for overseeing lighting calculations, coordinating with other disciplines, and ensuring design quality through construction administration.