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Overview
Lighting Designer job at K. Jacobs Executive Search. Boston, MA.
We’re seeking a talented Lighting Designer with 8+ years of experience to join a collaborative MEP team delivering thoughtful, sustainable building systems across sectors like healthcare, higher education, and civic spaces. This is a chance to work with a firm that values design excellence, technical precision, and creative thinking where your lighting concepts shape how people experience a space.
What You’ll Do
- Lead lighting design on projects from conceptual development through construction documentation and administration
- Collaborate with architects, interior designers, and engineers to develop integrated lighting solutions
- Create lighting layouts, specifications, and control systems documentation using tools like Revit, AGi32, and Bluebeam
- Perform lighting calculations, daylighting analysis, and energy code compliance checks
- Coordinate with vendors and stay current with emerging technologies, codes, and trends
- Present design concepts internally and externally with clarity and confidence
- Mentor junior staff and support team-wide growth in lighting knowledge and best practices
What You Bring
- 8+ years of professional lighting design experience in the AEC industry
- A degree in Architectural Engineering, Lighting Design, or a related field
- Solid knowledge of lighting standards (IES, energy codes) and controls (DMX, DALI, 0-10V, etc.)
- Proficiency in Revit and AGi32 or similar software
- Experience across project types (institutional, healthcare, education, etc.)
- LC, LEED, or WELL accreditation a plus
- A creative, detail-oriented mindset with strong communication skills
Why Join Us
- Be part of a multidisciplinary team that values design intent as much as engineering rigor
- Work on projects that prioritize wellness, sustainability, and innovation
- Enjoy a workplace that supports career development and long-term growth
- Competitive compensation, great benefits, and flexibility