Lighting Designer
Michael Baker International
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Salt Lake City • Utah • United States
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Salary
💰 $69,000 - $100,000 per year
About the role
- Supports design efforts for building projects by preparing layouts, drawings, and supporting documentation under the guidance of senior staff.
- Assists with lighting design tasks, including lighting layouts, basic lighting calculations, and coordination of fixture selections for building projects.
- Utilizes design software such as AutoCAD and Revit to produce construction drawings and design layouts.
- Researches and evaluates design options by understanding and documenting basic advantages and disadvantages of alternatives.
- Reviews project requirements, specifications, and design standards to support quality and accuracy of assigned work.
- Prepares illustrations, sketches, and layout studies in accordance with project direction.
- Assists with cost estimates, schedules, and technical documentation within quality, budget, and timeline requirements.
- Coordinates with architects, interior designers, engineers, and other disciplines as part of a collaborative project team.
Requirements
- Two-year technical degree or certification required; Bachelor’s degree in Lighting Design, Architecture, Architectural Engineering, or Electrical Engineering preferred.
- 5-7 years of overall experience
- Coursework or early experience in building lighting design is a plus.
- Ability to apply basic design and engineering principles to assigned tasks.
- Familiarity with AutoCAD and/or Revit; willingness to continue developing technical proficiency.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office and PDF software (Bluebeam or Adobe preferred).
Benefits
- 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
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
lighting designlighting calculationsdesign layoutscost estimatestechnical documentationdesign principlesbuilding lighting design
Soft Skills
collaborationcommunicationorganizational skills
Certifications
two-year technical degreecertification in Lighting DesignBachelor’s degree in ArchitectureBachelor’s degree in Architectural EngineeringBachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering