In the role of Senior Lighting Designer, we'll count on you to:

- Work with project teams on all aspects of the art, science and business of lighting design
- Take responsibility for project management, presentations, lighting calculations, cost models, energy and economic calculations, construction documentation, and construction administration support.
- Support all marketing efforts and coordinate scope of services.
- Maintain knowledge of lighting needs for HDR’s primary market sectors: Healthcare, Science and Technology, Federal, Civic, Corporate Commercial, and Entertainment.

- Manage day-to-day correspondence with project teams both internally and externally to coordinate and lead tasks amongst team members to meet upcoming project deadlines.
- Assist with developing and implementing lighting design concepts through all phases of the design and construction process.
- Review and/or prepare concept renderings, imagery, sketches, and presentations.
- Review and/or develop lighting layouts prepared in Revit or CAD
- Review and/or perform lighting calculations, analysis, and rendering studies and use results to inform project decisions.
- Develop luminaire and lighting control specifications and schedules.
- Perform architectural and multi-disciplinary coordination including coordination of relevant mounting details.
- Review of light fixture submittals/samples and preparation of RFI responses during the Construction phase of projects.

Responsibilities

Produce creative lighting concepts from proposal to detail design stage, including lighting layouts and design details, prepare specifications and luminaire schedules, build mock-ups, prepare sketch design proposals and liaise with architects, interior designers, and equipment suppliers;

Produce accurate, efficient, creative and coordinated lighting design utilizing internal and external sources;

Conduct ongoing analyses of fixture packages to identify opportunities and provide suggestions for optimal product and pricing selections;

Interfacing with clients and stakeholders and understand their needs and provide technical solutions on the projects;

Keeping up to date with industry developments with respect to own discipline, other disciplines and engineering innovations and developments on a global scale;

Execute RFP and RFQ materials for preparation of proposal submissions
Lead qualitative response/clarifications to RFQ/RFP’s including preparation of resumes, customized information, project descriptions, etc. for project pursuits
Interface with marketing staff firm-wide and participate in weekly and monthly marketing meetings
Create presentations for Principals/Designers in relation to marketing and business development efforts
Schedule and/or support promotional meetings with clients
Assist with award submissions
Facilitate photography coordination for completed projects
Research clients to expand knowledge and support business development efforts
Involvement in professional and community organizations, including SMPS and other AEC industry Organizations

Directly assist designers to efficiently model high quality BIM models by implementing established firm-wide processes, methods and design guidelines
Collaborate with the design team to successfully integrate design ideas into the BIM Model
Setup new projects in Revit
Diagnose, troubleshoot and resolve BIM technical issues
Setup Navisworks clash detection models and generate clash reports
Prepare BIM models for use in Rendering environments, such as Enscape
Performs other tasks/projects as requested by the BIM Manager

Use critical thinking and discretion in assessing specific project needs and communicating effectively to the project manager.
Begin to familiarize/learn the process for reviewing monthly fee drafts with Project Manager/Associate/Principal.
Begins to understand how to apply authorized scope of work to tasks and meet deadlines.
Assist in managing agendas, meeting minutes, and regular project status communications to build knowledge in these areas.
Work independently on specific scopes of a project like calculations or documentation.
Supports the team to produce work efficiently and profitably.
Assists the project manager in creating labor hour budgets for projects. Working with Clients – Client Responsibilities
Develop good client and/or related business relationships.
Enhance HLB’s value to the client and promote the firm.
Use communication tools to manage client expectations.

Reviews monthly fee drafts with Project Manager/Associate/Principal
Understands how to apply authorized scope of work to tasks and meet deadlines
Manages agendas, meeting minutes, and regular project status communications
Develops technical skills appropriate to area of expertise and continually improves skills and knowledge through supplemental education, seminars, etc.
Capable of full delivery of a project from start to finish with team / ownership of all associated tasks, but does this with the guidance of an Associate or Principal
Supports and assists in managing the team to produce work efficiently and profitably
Creating labor hour budgets for projects relative to work they have generated or as needed.
Ability to multi-task and establish priorities

Responsible for full delivery of a project from start to finish with team / ownership of all associated tasks.
Manages the team to produce work efficiently and profitably
Manages agendas, meeting minutes, and regular project status communications
Assumes responsibility for monthly invoicing and timely response to fee drafts and assist in collections issues and help resolve any related issues
Participate in negotiations for additional services / scope modifications.
Develops technical skills appropriate to area of expertise and continually improves skills and knowledge through supplemental education, seminars, etc.
Requires minimal supervision from Principals
Reviewing RFP (Request for Proposal) and RFQ (Request for Qualification) documents and preparing response packages including drafts of fee proposals, business bios

MCLA is currently seeking designers at all levels. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified candidate to be engaged in all aspects of architectural lighting design, work with many top architecture firms and be creative with our team.

Open Positions:
Summer 2024 Internship
Junior Lighting Designer
Senior Lighting Designer

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

Design lighting in collaboration with internal design team and external stakeholders to realize multiple projects at a range of scales
Install and focus lighting for all projects, including exhibitions, rotations, and gallery upgrades
Provide cost estimates for equipment and timelines for workload, to be reviewed by Design Manager, LD
Source and procure lamps and lighting equipment needs for individual projects
Consult on lighting in collaboration with conservation for light level requirements, UV protection, and color temperature, and other art-relating lighting concerns
Produce appropriate presentation material, (drawings, renderings, specifications) for relevant exhibitions
Conduct visual research and concept development
Maintain installation documentation in the form of spreadsheets, light plots, focus charts, or other means
Maintain and organize shared workspaces and dedicated storage areas
Other duties as assigned

Role accountabilities:

Apply knowledge and understanding of lighting design to layout lighting for industrial and commercial project
Complete emergency lighting calculation and design.
Design lighting control systems for construction documentation

Core Responsibilities

Partner with senior designers and principals to develop creative lighting concepts and designs for a range of projects.
Build detailed lighting plans, layouts, and specifications tailored to project requirements.
Apply valuable insights by staying updated on advancements in lighting technologies, products, and design trends.
Illustrate your passion for your role by harnessing both graphic and spoken media to create interest and excitement in your designs through story telling.
Collaborate with the wider design teams to seamlessly integrate lighting concepts into overall project plans.
Liaise seamlessly with all disciplines interfacing with the design team such as architecture, interior design, structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing requirements.
Engage with our clients to refine lighting concepts and develop solutions which exceed their expectations.
Work with the construction and field teams to facilitate the execution of the lighting concepts, thereby ensuring the successful realization of the design.
Be an active participant of construction site walkthroughs and project team meetings.
Other reasonable tasks as assigned.

In the role of Project Lighting Designer, we'll count on you to:

Work under the guidance of a more-senior designer, and work with architectural project teams on all aspects of the art, science and business of lighting design
Take responsibility for project lighting documentation, CAD/model production, presentation material and renderings, lighting calculations, energy and economic calculations, and building certification compliance credits.
Perform other duties as needed

In the role of Lighting Designer 2, we'll count on you to:

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

Responsibilities

Produce creative lighting concepts from proposal to detail design stage, including lighting layouts and design details, prepare specifications and luminaire schedules, build mock-ups, prepare sketch design proposals and liaise with architects, interior designers, and equipment suppliers;
Produce accurate, efficient, creative and coordinated lighting design utilizing internal and external sources;
Conduct ongoing analyses of fixture packages to identify opportunities and provide suggestions for optimal product and pricing selections;
Interfacing with clients and stakeholders and understand their needs and provide technical solutions on the projects;
Keeping up to date with industry developments with respect to own discipline, other disciplines and engineering innovations and developments on a global scale;
Ensuring projects are delivered in accordance with company and client quality requirements;
Attend design and site meetings, and produce technical reports;

Lead Designer Responsibilities:

Project Leadership: Act as the Lead Designer, overseeing and performing complete electrical systems design according to code for assigned projects.

Equipment Specification: Specify project-specific equipment, researching available technologies and resources for commercially available equipment.

Cost and Time Management: Calculate costs and time schedules for proposed work, reviewing files to determine scope and personnel involved.

Documentation and Client Relations: Maintain good client relations, project design records, and provide thorough documentation for permanent records. Document design decisions, meetings, and client instructions promptly.

Coordination and Review: Coordinate design and schedules with other disciplines, review project documents for accuracy, and ensure completeness before final checks. Recognize and address potential project problems, seeking advice from the Project Manager. Conduct periodic job site observations, issue addendum information, and mentor designers or technicians.

Senior Lighting Designer Responsibilities:

Collaborate with project managers, junior lighting designers, and team members to develop lighting designs for museums, commercial, and residential projects.
Provide design expertise and project management support.
Understand client specifications and needs, ensuring designs align with them.
Select appropriate commercial lighting fixtures for projects.
Develop architectural drawings and lighting design documents.
Ensure compliance of lighting installations with design documents.

Junior Lighting Designer Responsibilities:
Collaborate with project managers, senior lighting designers, and team members to develop designs.
Analyze and select lighting from appropriate sources.
Produce architectural drawings using AutoCAD or Revit.
Create models, mock-ups, and prototypes.
Work with senior designers and project managers to provide excellent lighting design services.
Communicate with clients and travel for meetings and site visits.

Assist Senior Lighting Designers and Staff with production work (drafting, setup, photometrics, etc) and ensure projects are completed on time.
Assist with research of lighting fixtures and equipment as part of the design process.
Collaborate with the Design Team as well as the Technical Team as required in producing cohesive, successful projects.
Attend lighting conferences and industry tradeshows to further expand and bolster your working knowledge of the craft.
Attendance in-office is mandatory for a minimum (3) days per week as of 2/1/24 with (2) days being remote. In-office days to be determined by Senior Staff or Management.

Require advanced written, verbal communication and problem-solving skills. Qualified candidates will have experience and basic knowledge of lighting design, technology, theory principles and possess minimum skill in AutoCAD 2019, eLume/Revit 2023/BIM360 and AGI 32. Knowledge and experience with any other 3D design software are a bonus. You will be responsible for:

Conducting research on lighting design and product information for projects and tracking responses
Analyzing design alternatives and recommending lighting solutions that meet our clients’ needs
Assisting with generating and interpreting computer modeling and manual lighting calculations
Providing lighting plans
Developing fixture mounting details

Produce creative lighting concepts from proposal to detail design stage, including plans and design details, prepare specifications and schedules, build mock-ups, prepare sketch design proposals and liaise with architects, interior designers, and equipment suppliers;
Attend design and site meetings, and produce technical reports;
Produce accurate, efficient, creative and coordinated lighting design utilizing internal and external sources;
Conduct ongoing analyses of fixture packages to identify opportunities and provide suggestions for optimal product and pricing selections;
Mentoring and supervising the output of junior staff;
Interfacing with clients and stakeholders and understand their needs and provide technical solutions on the projects;
Ensuring projects are delivered in accordance with company and client quality requirements;

Primary Responsibilities

In the role of Senior Lighting Designer, we'll count on you to:

Work with project teams on all aspects of the art, science and business of lighting design
Take responsibility for project management, presentations, lighting calculations, cost models, energy and economic calculations, construction documentation, and construction administration support.
Support all marketing efforts and coordinate scope of services.
Maintain knowledge of lighting needs for HDR’s primary market sectors: Healthcare, Science and Technology, Federal, Civic, Corporate Commercial, and Entertainment.
Supervise less-experienced lighting designers as needed
Publish articles and submit projects for lighting design awards.
Perform other duties as needed

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Bachelor’s degree in Architectural Engineering specializing in Lighting Design or closely related field
10 years of experience devoted to architecture lighting design
Lighting Certified (LC) through the National Council on Qualifications for the Lighting Professions (NCQLP)
Professional member of the International Association of Lighting Designers (IALD) and/or Certified Lighting Designer (CLD) through the IALD.
Member of Illuminating Engineering Society.
Extensive knowledge of the art, science and business of lighting design
Excellent presentation skills and strong computer skill using AGI32, eLumtools, Revit, AutoCad and Microsoft Office

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Develop and execute lighting system designs for live shows and facility infrastructure as assigned.
Participate in project's creative development and define scope by identifying system needs and functions based on creative goals.
Provide a coordinated structure throughout the entire process of development through implementation of live show entertainment products, and development of equipment budgets.
Guide the design progress through buy off, procurement, installation, and test & adjust, programming, rehearsals and opening, concluding with As-Built documentation for operating partners at the venue.
Work with CAD department to ensure 3D modeling requirements are met/delivered.
Create design drawings: Plots, Plans, Line, Layouts, 3D pre-visualization, Power/Weight load estimates, etc.
Work with Procurement, Technical Direction, and Production to comply with Company buying standards and schedule of receiving equipment/products/etc.

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Under general supervision, provides technical support for project designers with the production of lighting projects.
Assist with performing basic professional lighting design work relating to conducting research and inspections of proposed and existing site conditions, equipment, layout, and systems to determine conformance with applicable standards and codes.
Assist with basic technical assistance on various design, installation, and integration issues relating to creating state of the art lighting design that is innovative and inspiring, developing luminaire and controls specifics, applying day lighting/harvesting, and creating spaces that impact building capabilities, ambiance, safety, and security.
Assist with generating complete, accurate, and concise documentation and specifications using electronic systems, artistic renderings, drawings, diagrams, illustrations, spreadsheets, and reports.

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As a Senior Lighting Designer, you will be considered a first-level project manager. Your responsibilities will include leading projects, coordinating client meetings, and advancing project design. You will also be entrusted with managing projects.

In your role, you will: Collaborate with clients to understand their lighting design needs and preferences, providing expert advice and solutions. Develop and present creative and innovative lighting concepts and designs tailored to client requirements. Utilize AutoCAD, Revit, and Adobe Creative Suite to present ideas, produce detailed lighting plans, and documentation for projects. Utilize AGI to photometrically model and test designs. Manage the lighting design process from conceptualization to implementation, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget. Conduct on-site evaluations to assess existing lighting conditions and make recommendations for improvement. Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and sustainable lighting practices. Provide mentorship and guidance to junior members of the design team.

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