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Lighting Designer
Michael Baker International. Support building design projects by preparing layouts, drawings, and documentation under senior staff guidance .
Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit for producing construction drawings and design layouts, while applying engineering principles to meet client requirements. Strong interest in lighting design and ability to collaborate effectively within multi-disciplinary teams.
Highest-signal resume keywords
AutoCAD ProficiencyRevit ProficiencyLighting Design InterestTechnical Documentation SkillsCollaboration in Multi-Disciplinary Teams
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Hard Skills
Lighting CalculationsFixture SelectionLighting Controls ConceptsCost EstimationProject SchedulingDesign Quality ReviewBuilding Design FundamentalsLighting AnalysisAGI32 SoftwareElumTools Software
Soft Skills
Strong Organizational SkillsEffective Communication SkillsTime-Management Skills
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft OfficePDF Software
Certifications & Qualifications
Two-Year Technical Degree or Certification
Industry Keywords
Building SystemsDesign ReviewsField CoordinationShop Drawing ReviewsClient-Facing Communication
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Support building design projects by preparing layouts, drawings, and documentation under senior staff guidance
- Assist with lighting layouts, basic lighting calculations, fixture selections, and lighting controls concepts
- Use AutoCAD and Revit to produce construction drawings and design layouts
- Apply engineering and design fundamentals to internal and external client requirements
- Research and document advantages and disadvantages of design alternatives
- Review project requirements, specifications, codes, standards, and design quality
- Prepare illustrations, sketches, layout studies, lighting narratives, and fixture schedules
- Assist with cost estimates, schedules, technical documentation, and project records
- Coordinate with architects, interior designers, engineers, and other disciplines
- Support lighting analyses using AGI32, ElumTools, or similar software
- Participate in design reviews and incorporate feedback
- Assist with site visits, field coordination, and shop drawing or submittal reviews as appropriate
- Communicate with internal team members and support client-facing efforts
Requirements
What you’ll need- Two-year technical degree or certification required
- 5-7 years of overall experience
- Ability to apply basic design and engineering principles to assigned tasks
- Familiarity with AutoCAD and/or Revit; willingness to continue developing technical proficiency
- Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team environment
- Proficient with Microsoft Office and PDF software
- Interest in lighting design and building systems is strongly preferred
- Coursework or early experience in building lighting design is a plus
- Interest in pursuing lighting-related credentials is a plus
- Ability to sit for extended periods and use standard office equipment
- Occasional standing, walking, climbing stairs or ladders, and lifting up to 50 lbs. during site visits
Benefits
Comp & perks- Medical, dental, vision insurance
- 401k Retirement Plan
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability
- Professional and personal development
- Generous paid time off
- Commuter and wellness benefits
- Tuition reimbursement
- Hybrid flexible work schedule