Overview
Graduate Lighting Designer (Leeds) – Immediate start at AECOM.
About the Company
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Job Description
AECOM Lighting Design provides comprehensive, independent lighting design services on a broad range of projects worldwide. We are looking for a self-motivated, ambitious and creative graduate to work alongside experienced Lighting Designers, Engineers and Architects. If you have a passion for light and design, work well within a team, are committed to continuous learning and development, we would like to hear from you.
Responsibilities
* You will work as a part of the Lighting design team helping to develop specialist lighting design packages including reports, 3D models, drawings, calculations, schedules and specifications. Responsibilities will be dependent on your existing skills – training given where necessary. Mentoring and guidance will be provided by more Senior/Mentoring Staff.
* Concept Stage – Conception and articulation of lighting ideas, by means of sketches / photoshop / mood boards / precedent studies and conceptual modeling, usually collated in desktop publishing software such as InDesign.
* Schematic Stage – Development and technical testing of lighting strategies, by means of 3D-lighting calculations and visualizations / spatial modelling and drawing production / lighting equipment scheduling and outline specification. Usually developed in 2D CAD / REVIT and specialist lighting modelling software such as Dialux, Lumion and 3D Studio.
* Technical Design Stage – Detailed technical design and specification of lighting packages that describe the full functionality and performance of complex lighting systems, typically produced in CAD / REVIT supported by calculations and specification writing software.
* Construction Stage – Supporting the construction team in understanding the design and envisioned implementation, both on site and remotely.
* Final Commissioning Stage – Individual project requirements differ but can involve final focusing of luminaires and commissioning of lighting control systems.
* Post Completion Stage – Production of After Care and Maintenance documentation to support the Client / End User in the successful operation of the lighting scheme.
Qualifications
* Degree in design or an engineering subject such as Architecture, Electrical Engineering, Product Design or Virtual Environment Modelling, with a strong interest in light and lighting. Specialist training in lighting is a plus.
* Have a strong interest in lighting or previous work experience in a lighting design consultancy / engineering practice with artificial lighting design. Daylight design / analysis skills are beneficial.
* Have a current portfolio that demonstrates your interest in lighting.
* Willingness to learn or ability to use lighting design and calculation tools (e.g., Dialux, AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, Adobe InDesign and Photoshop, Microsoft Office). Knowledge of Rhino, 3DS Max and other 3D design tools would be advantageous.
* Be a creative, independent, self-motivated individual with the ability to work independently and take ownership of work.
* Proactive about professional development and a desire to continuously improve as a designer.
* Good interpersonal, communication and presentation skills and be a team player.
* Proven ability to accept responsibility, meet deadlines and work as part of a design team.
* Ability to make decisions, seek advice, and proactively meet client requirements.
* Results-driven with the ability to communicate clearly at all levels.
* Previous work experience in a lighting design consultancy / engineering practice is advantageous.
Additional Information
You must have the right to work in the UK as visa sponsorship is not provided.
Please upload a copy of or include a link to your portfolio if you have one.
About AECOM
AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services across the project lifecycle. We are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion, and ESG priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm.
Benefits & Work Model
Hybrid work options are available. You will have the flexibility to work from an AECOM office, remote location or client site. We emphasize safety, respect, and the opportunity to grow. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Employment Details
* Seniority level: Internship
* Employment type: Temporary
* Job function: Management and Manufacturing
* Industries: Architecture and Planning, Civil Engineering, and Construction
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