Lighting Designer

About the Role

Join a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team at CannonDesign, delivering innovative lighting solutions to clients across various markets. This role is integral to both the pursuit and delivery of projects, offering broad exposure and significant responsibility.

What You'll Do

• Develop construction documents and specifications for lighting and control systems.
• Design lighting and control systems for healthcare, education, and commercial clients.
• Analyze lighting and engineering documents, and research design issues.
• Participate in value engineering sessions with Architectural/Engineering teams.
• Apply knowledge of energy codes, electrical codes, and IES recommendations.
• Perform illuminance and lighting power density calculations, and complete necessary documentation (Comcheck, rebates, LEED/WELL, etc.).
• Understand integrated design principles and coordinate lighting documentation with associated trades.
• Represent the lighting discipline in project and client meetings, resolving coordination items.
• Recommend process improvements for quality and efficiency.
• Review shop drawings and submittals.
• Respond to RFIs and review change orders.
• Conduct job site visits to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress.
• Understand basic profitability metrics.
• Participate in industry events.
• Willingness to perform overtime and travel is required.

What You'll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Lighting Design, Architecture, Interior Design, Architectural Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of related experience in a lighting design role.
• LC/CLD credential, current registered member of IALD, IESNA, or other professional lighting memberships preferred.
• LEED AP, WELL, or other sustainable certification preferred.
• Knowledge of building regulations and codes for healthcare, education, S&T, and commercial spaces.
• Strong knowledge of product design and specifications.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, AGI/Elumtools.
• Proficiency in graphic design and image editing software (Adobe Creative Suite).
• Knowledge of Sustainable Analysis and Daylighting programs (Lightstanza, Ecotect, Daysim, Comfen, DIVA for Rhino, IES VE).
• Familiarity with Energy Analysis Software (Comcheck) and code-required documentation (e.g., California Title-24 Energy Compliance).
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PPT).
• Proficiency in Bluebeam, Teams, Trello, Procore + Miro preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $84,800 - $106,000 annually (Boston, MA office).
• Eligibility for discretionary bonuses.
• Full benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Flexible spending account options and voluntary insurances.
• Paid time off, flex-time schedules, and remote work options.
• 401k plan and employee perk programs.
• Visit https://www.cannondesign.com/careers/benefits for a general overview.

About CannonDesign

CannonDesign is a design practice integrating strategy, experience, architecture, engineering, and social impact. Through 'Living-Centered Design,' they are committed to solving major challenges and reshaping the world for the better, making a meaningful and lasting difference.

About Working Here

• Commitment to client adoration and delivering exceptional service.
• Dedication to equal opportunities, diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Emphasis on communication and transparency.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CannonDesign is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a work environment free from unlawful discrimination and harassment. They prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other protected basis. Retaliation against those who report or participate in investigations is also prohibited.