At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
Watch Our Story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story
Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures, it’s about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR’s Building Engineering Services Group, you’ll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you're optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.
Responsibilities
Work with project teams on all aspects of the art, science and business of architectural lighting design
Take responsibility for training and providing guidance to maintain CAD/model production standards.
Work under the guidance of more-senior staff, as well as working independently, to support design presentation and construction documentation production for architectural lighting design projects. Take responsibility for lighting calculations, energy and economic calculations, building certification compliance credits, and CAD/model production, construction documentation, and construction administration support.
Develop and build working relationships with colleagues and clients
Support marketing efforts, development of qualification packages, and industry leadership.
Perform other duties as needed
Preferred Qualifications
Certified Lighting Designer (CLD) through IALD
Master's degree in Architectural Lighting or Architectural Engineering specializing in Lighting Design
PE license
Lighting design experience in the following market sectors: Healthcare, Science and Technology, Federal, Entertainment, Corporate Commercial, and Civic.
LEED, WELL, and/or EDAC accreditation.
SketchUp, 3DS Max, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, Rhino, Grasshopper, DIVA, iRay, Lumion
Preference given to local candidates
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Architectural Engineering specializing in Lighting Design or closely related field
5 years of experience devoted to architectural lighting design
Lighting Certified (LC) through the National Council on Qualifications for the Lighting Professions (NCQLP) or the ability to attain
Member of the Illuminating Engineering Society (IES) and/or Associate of the International Association of Lighting Designers (IALD)
Strong computer skill using AGI32, eLumtools, Revit, AutoCad and Microsoft Office
Experience in sustainable design
Strong verbal communication skills
Excellent organization and time management skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Able to effectively prioritize multiple tasks
Effective working individually and within team environments
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
What We Believe HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits. {Pennington, NJ}: $85,974 - $122,820)
Primary Location United States-New Jersey-Pennington
Industry Building Engineering
Schedule Full-time
Employee Status Regular
BusinessClass Lighting
Job Posting Jan 23, 2026
At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.
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Watch Our Story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story
Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures, it’s about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR’s Building Engineering Services Group, you’ll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you're optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.
Responsibilities
Work with project teams on all aspects of the art, science and business of architectural lighting design
Take responsibility for training and providing guidance to maintain CAD/model production standards.
Work under the guidance of more-senior staff, as well as working independently, to support design presentation and construction documentation production for architectural lighting design projects. Take responsibility for lighting calculations, energy and economic calculations, building certification compliance credits, and CAD/model production, construction documentation, and construction administration support.
Develop and build working relationships with colleagues and clients
Support marketing efforts, development of qualification packages, and industry leadership.
Perform other duties as needed
Preferred Qualifications
Certified Lighting Designer (CLD) through IALD
Master's degree in Architectural Lighting or Architectural Engineering specializing in Lighting Design
PE license
Lighting design experience in the following market sectors: Healthcare, Science and Technology, Federal, Entertainment, Corporate Commercial, and Civic.
LEED, WELL, and/or EDAC accreditation.
SketchUp, 3DS Max, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, Rhino, Grasshopper, DIVA, iRay, Lumion
Preference given to local candidates
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Architectural Engineering specializing in Lighting Design or closely related field
5 years of experience devoted to architectural lighting design
Lighting Certified (LC) through the National Council on Qualifications for the Lighting Professions (NCQLP) or the ability to attain
Member of the Illuminating Engineering Society (IES) and/or Associate of the International Association of Lighting Designers (IALD)
Strong computer skill using AGI32, eLumtools, Revit, AutoCad and Microsoft Office
Experience in sustainable design
Strong verbal communication skills
Excellent organization and time management skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Able to effectively prioritize multiple tasks
Effective working individually and within team environments
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
What We Believe HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits. {Pennington, NJ}: $85,974 - $122,820)
Primary Location United States-New Jersey-Pennington
Industry Building Engineering
Schedule Full-time
Employee Status Regular
BusinessClass Lighting
Job Posting Jan 23, 2026
At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.
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