Lighting Specialist/Specifier at Liaison Technology Group

Nashville, Tennessee, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 May, 26

Salary

35.0

Posted On

01 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Lighting Design, Specifications, Sales Enablement, Fixture Sales, Lighting Controls, Human-Centric Lighting, Project Management, Installation Support, Customer Service, Technical Guidance, Collaboration, Organizational Skills, Communication Skills, Troubleshooting, Mentoring, Process Definition

Industry

Consumer Electronics

Description

Lighting Specialist - Liaison Technology Group www.liaisontechgroup.com Location: Nashville, TN Employment Type: Full-Time, In-Office and on Job Sites We are seeking a Lighting Specialist to lead and grow our lighting efforts across design coordination, fixture sales, controls oversight, and field execution. This role will oversee lighting specifications, quoting, and project prep while actively driving lighting fixture sales and supporting advanced lighting control strategies, including human-centric lighting concepts. Initially, this position is hands-on and cross-functional—combining design support, sales enablement, project management, and installation coordination—with a clear path toward building and managing a larger lighting team as the business grows. Key Responsibilities Lighting Design & Specifications Oversee all lighting-related project preparation, including fixture specifications, schedules, submittals, and documentation Support lighting design efforts when applicable, while also preparing specs for projects where full lighting design is not provided Collaborate with architects, designers, integrators, and internal teams to ensure lighting intent aligns with project goals and budgets Develop accurate lighting quotes and bills of material, with a strong understanding of lighting fixtures, controls, and system components Sales Enablement & Fixture Sales Prepare lighting quotes and specifications to support increased lighting fixture sales Identify opportunities to “hunt” and expand fixture sales, even on projects without full lighting design scope Act as a lighting expert during sales conversations, providing technical guidance and value-engineering support Help position lighting as a strategic component of broader systems and project solutions Lighting Controls & Human-Centric Lighting Oversee lighting control systems across projects, with a focus on the Nashville market Manage control-related elements such as engraving, lighting scenes, zone layouts, and system documentation Support and promote human-centric lighting strategies, including circadian lighting concepts, scene tuning, and user experience optimization Partner with programming teams while owning the overall control intent and execution quality Project Management & Installation Support Coordinate lighting-related activities across design, procurement, installation, and commissioning Support or oversee on-site installation, aiming for consistent quality and adherence to specs Troubleshoot field issues related to fixtures, controls, and system performance Ensure smooth handoff from sales to installation and closeout Leadership & Growth Serve as the central owner of lighting within the organization Help define processes, standards, and best practices for lighting design, sales, and controls Contribute to the long-term vision of growing the lighting department, including mentoring and managing future lighting team members Qualifications Experience in architectural, residential, or commercial lighting (design, sales, controls, or integration, with Crestron, Lutron, or Control 4 Experience) Strong understanding of lighting fixtures, specifications, and control systems Familiarity with lighting control platforms and scene-based programming concepts Ability to balance technical detail, sales support, and project execution Strong organizational and communication skills Customer Service Skills to train end users Comfortable wearing multiple hats in a growing environment What Success Looks Like Smooth, consistent execution of lighting and lighting control across projects Increased lighting fixture sales through better specs, quotes, and technical support Strong internal and external confidence in our lighting expertise A scalable lighting operation that can expand into a dedicated team over time Disclaimer: This job description outlines the general nature and scope of the role. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties or responsibilities. Team members may be asked to perform additional tasks as needed. Location Nashville, Tennessee Department Operations Employment Type Full-Time Minimum Experience Mid-level Compensation $25-$35 per hours

Responsibilities

The Lighting Specialist will oversee lighting specifications, quoting, and project preparation while driving lighting fixture sales and supporting advanced lighting control strategies. This role includes coordinating activities across design, procurement, installation, and commissioning.