Lighting Designer
Job Description
Design Bold Spaces. Own the Process. Bring Architecture to Life.
We are looking for a passionate Lighting Designer who wants to do more than just draft plans. This is an opportunity for someone who wants to take ownership of projects and see their ideas come to life—from concept through construction.
You’ll work on large-scale commercial projects, both interior and exterior, collaborating with architects, designers, and project teams to create lighting that enhances architecture, elevates environments, and solves real design challenges.
If you are someone who loves lighting, thinks creatively, and thrives when given responsibility and autonomy, we want to hear from you.
What You'll Do
- Develop creative lighting concepts that enhance architecture and space
- Take projects from initial idea through documentation and construction
- Perform lighting calculations and analysis using AGi32
- Create lighting layouts and technical drawings using AutoCAD
- Build compelling visual presentations and design boards using Canva or similar tools
- Present design ideas clearly to clients and project teams
- Collaborate with architects, engineers, and other design professionals
- Manage multiple projects while maintaining strong organization and attention to detail
What We're Looking For
- A genuine passion for lighting design
- Someone who is entrepreneurial and self-driven—able to take a project and run with it
- Experience with AGi32 and AutoCAD
- Strong presentation and visual communication skills
- Excellent time management and organization
- A detail-oriented mindset
- Background in lighting design, architecture, interior design, or engineering
- Experience with commercial interior and exterior lighting
- Knowledge of lighting controls and energy codes
Why This Role is Exciting
- Work on large, impactful commercial projects
- See your designs move from concept to creation
- Be part of a team that values initiative, creativity, and ownership
- Opportunity to shape environments through light
Company Description
MPE Consulting | Mechanical + Electrical + Plumbing + Lighting is a consulting electrical engineering firm specializing in producing detailed construction documents and specifications for complex projects. Licensed in 17 states, including California, Oregon, Texas, and Washington, MPE provides services for diverse industries such as life sciences, electronic manufacturing, data centers, hospitality, and high-rise residential facilities. The company’s experienced team delivers comprehensive electrical solutions, including specialty and architectural lighting design, with a focus on creating innovative and functional environments. Utilizing advanced Revit and AutoCAD software, MPE ensures precise and coordinated design documents tailored to client needs.
Qualifications
- Proficiency in Lighting Design and Lighting Control systems
- Strong knowledge and experience in Lighting and Architectural Lighting
- Familiarity with Interior Design principles as they relate to lighting strategies
- Proficiency in design software such as AGi32, Revit and AutoCAD
- Strong communication and collaboration skills for working in a multidisciplinary team
- Degree in Lighting Design, Architecture, Interior Design, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
- Experience in creating specifications, drawings, and documentation for lighting projects
- Understanding of energy codes, lighting standards, and sustainable design practices
- Prior experience in the construction or architectural engineering industry is a plus