Architectural Lighting Designer

Dallas

POSITION OVERVIEW

WJHW, Inc. is accepting applicants for the position of Architectural Lighting Designer in one their primary offices. This individual will support the firm’s theatre consultants, senior staff, and project managers in the development and administration of designs on a variety of architectural and engineering projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the design of architectural, sports, and occasional theatrical lighting designs for new construction and renovation projects.
• Create renderings, drawings and detailed specifications for part of bid document packages for WJHW clients.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, and contractors on project infrastructure and detailing.
• Provide review and oversight of the work of specialty contractors providing systems for WJHW projects.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree or documented advanced training in a related engineering field.
• At least three years of experience in at least two of the following:
  • Architectural and/or stage lighting contractor or lighting manufacturer.
  • A consulting firm.
  • Lighting design for an architectural or engineering firm.
  • Lighting design in a theatrical or other entertainment industry setting.
• Experience in the production of engineering drawings and experience/willingness to utilize AutoCAD and Revit for the same.
• Demonstrated ability to utilize industry-standard application packages for development of illumination and related visualization studies.
• Good Microsoft Office skills.
• Knowledge of entertainment lighting control protocols.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with clients, engineers, and other design team members.
• A willingness to travel as a necessary component of fulfilling the job responsibilities.