Lighting Designer

DLR Group is an integrated design firm with a promise to elevate the human experience through design. This fuels the work we do around the world and inspires our mission to improve the lives of our clients, our communities, and our planet.

We are hiring an Entry‑Level Lighting Designer to join our integrated design team in one of the following studios :

Austin

Cleveland

Denver

Las Vegas

Portland

Seattle

Position Summary

We are seeking a creative and detail‑oriented

Lighting Designer

to support Senior Lighting Designers and the Lighting Design Leader throughout the design process. You will contribute to a wide range of architectural and design projects by developing lighting concepts, performing calculations, producing technical documentation, and preparing specifications and design reports. You will also collaborate closely with project managers to meet client needs and help ensure the financial success of each project.

Responsibilities

Apply DLR Group practice standards and BIM modeling protocols to all project assignments

Develop innovative and technically sound lighting design solutions that align with project goals and codes

Collaborate with the Project Manager to develop and follow the project workplan and schedule

Produce accurate, standards‑compliant documentation including lighting plans, details, and control systems

Communicate project progress and technical feedback to the team and Project Manager

Coordinate lighting design with electrical engineering and other disciplines for seamless integration

Analyze building codes, site conditions, and design concepts to inform lighting strategies

Utilize Revit, lighting design software, and spreadsheets to generate and support project deliverables

Conduct quality assurance on your own work and ensure design intent is maintained throughout documentation

Participate in team meetings, knowledge sharing, and design reviews to support continuous improvement

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Lighting Design or a related field, or equivalent professional experience in the practice of lighting design

2+ years of professional experience in lighting design or a closely related discipline

Proficiency in Revit; experience with AGI32 preferred

Ability to use spreadsheets, PDFs, and other tools to produce clear design recommendations

Understanding of design techniques, tools, and principles used to produce technical drawings, models, and documentation

Familiarity with materials, methods, and tools related to building and site construction

Strong written, verbal, and visual communication skills, with the ability to clearly present lighting concepts

Ability to manage multiple tasks across various projects while maintaining quality and meeting deadlines

Preferred Qualifications

Lighting Certification (LC) or equivalent preferred

Working knowledge of lighting science and technology, including its practical application in design

Awareness of relevant laws, building codes, energy codes, sustainability guidelines, and industry regulations

Benefits

Our comprehensive Benefits at DLR Group include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) plan, employee stock ownership, and bonus opportunities.

Compensation

Pay Range : $54,000 - $88,000 USD (based on location, experience, and skills).

DLR Group follows a four‑day in‑office work model, with employees having the flexibility to work somewhere other than the office on Fridays.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action / M / F / Veteran / Disabled employer.

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