Lighting Designer

About the role

LPA is a collective of designers, engineers, and researchers dedicated to sustainable, high-performance architecture. The "No Excuses" integrated design approach has been recognized by the AIA as a trailblazer in sustainable design.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with architects, designers, and engineers to create impactful lighting solutions.
• Research and apply local lighting and energy code requirements.
• Incorporate district and campus standards where applicable.
• Select lighting fixtures that meet project design goals, performance requirements, and budget constraints.
• Prepare fixture schedules that include detailed product descriptions, manufacturers, model numbers, finishes, and approved alternatives.
• Perform lighting calculations to validate design concepts and verify lighting performance throughout all project phases.
• Develop lighting layouts and document design intent in project drawings.
• Understand basic Title 24 lighting calculations and documentation to ensure compliance.
• Review and manage construction administration documents to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Attend site visits and punch walks to verify that the installed lighting matches the design intent.

Qualifications

• A passion for architectural lighting design.
• An interest in working in a collaborative, multidisciplinary design environment.
• Curiosity, initiative, and a desire to learn.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
• An attention to detail and a commitment to quality work.
• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in lighting design, architecture, engineering, or a related field.
• 0-5 years of experience in designing building lighting systems.

Preferred Experience

• Experience with AutoCAD and Revit.
• Familiarity with lighting calculation and visualization software.

Benefits

• Mentorship from Managing Directors, Design Directors, and senior team members across disciplines.
• Career development support, including licensure incentives, professional development grants, and in-house training.
• Ongoing education through LPA+U courses and Tech Talks focused on innovative, sustainable practices.
• 8 paid hours of volunteer time each year.
• Opportunities to propose and lead projects that impact your local community, including more than $1 million since 2015 in Habitat for Humanity builds, scholarships, and other pro bono community projects.
• Access to our Professional Development Grants program, created to encourage professional development and further LPA's collective knowledge as a firm.

Pay

The compensation range for this position is $66K - $97K.