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About Delta E:

Established in 2023 in Seattle, WA, Delta E’s journey began with a clear vision—fostering collaborative partnerships that extend beyond traditional consulting boundaries. With a focus on innovation through expertise, excellence, and the environment, Delta E stands for progressive change with an unwavering commitment to client success. We are equally committed to the success & mental wellbeing of our employees; ensuring that as we grow, we continue to foster a culture of life-work balance. We understand that balance is not something you find, it is something you create. Here at Delta E, you will enjoy a flexible culture that offers unlimited vacation, a remote & hybrid work environment as well as flexible hours where we encourage our employees to create a schedule that works for their individual needs (more on this in the benefits section).

Delta E is a fast-growing startup, but you will be joining a team of seasoned industry professionals, playing a key role in shaping the company’s future success. As part of our team, you will need to embrace a start-up mindset—taking on various responsibilities, staying curious, delivering results, and driving innovation for our clients. With our rapid growth, there are significant opportunities for personal and professional development as the role evolves to meet business needs. You will work on high-visibility projects and collaborate directly with Delta E’s founders, gaining valuable insights and mentorship. Our team is actively shaping the future of Delta E, and as we scale, there are exciting responsibilities and opportunities. If you are ready to make a meaningful impact at an innovative and dynamic engineering firm, we want you to join us.

“Our journey is a story of transformation, innovation, and a steadfast commitment to excellence.”

Role Overview:

Delta E is seeking an experienced Senior Lighting Designer to join our expanding team. In this key role, you will lead lighting design efforts across diverse sectors, including multifamily, affordable housing, hospitality, tenant improvements, commercial office, public works, and other markets. You will be instrumental in ensuring the success of each project by delivering innovative, high-quality lighting solutions that enhance both functionality and aesthetics.

As a Senior Lighting Designer, you will work closely with Delta E's founders, gaining direct mentorship and insight into our company’s vision and values. This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping and developing the foundations of a growing lighting team, contributing to strategic growth initiatives, and establishing design standards that will have a lasting impact on the firm’s future.

Key Responsibilities:

Exhibit Strong Communication Skills: Communicate effectively with clients, team members, and stakeholders to clearly convey design intent, technical details, and project progress.
Lead Lighting Design: Manage lighting design projects from concept to completion across multiple sectors.
Collaborate with Teams: Work with architects, engineers, and designers to integrate lighting solutions into overall project designs.
Develop and Present Concepts: Create and present innovative lighting designs, renderings, and photometric studies to clients.
Perform Technical Analysis: Conduct photometric and LPD calculations to meet design and code requirements.
Specify Lighting Systems: Select and specify lighting fixtures, controls, and systems balancing design, performance, and cost.
Ensure Timely Delivery: Manage project timelines and budgets, ensuring high-quality, on-time project completion.
Oversee Documentation: Prepare detailed lighting documentation and provide construction phase support.
Conduct Site Visits: Periodically travel to attend client meetings, site visits, and project reviews as required.
Mentor Junior Designers: Guide and support entry level designers in developing their skills and expertise.
Stay Informed: Keep up with lighting technologies and design trends to enhance project outcomes.
Foster Client Relationships: Build and maintain strong client relationships to ensure satisfaction and repeat business.
Support Business Development: Assist in proposal writing, presentations, and interviews to support business development efforts.

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum: 5+ years of lighting design experience
Bachelor’s degree OR an accredited professional degree (preferred within the design industry - i.e. architecture, lighting design, interior design, etc.)
Proficiency in AGI 3.2 or other lighting calculation software
Moderate experience in Revit, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), Microsoft Office, Bluebeam.

Preferred Qualifications:

8+ years of lighting design experience
Professional IALD or IES membership
LEED or WELL accredited professional
Lighting Certified (LC) or Certified Lighting Designer (CLD)
Experience with a variety of project types.
Possess a high level of proficiency in producing high-quality design drawings, renderings, and visual presentations to communicate design concepts.
Strong knowledge of lighting codes and regulations
Experience with lighting control systems design, and emergency egress design requirements.
Knowledge of emerging lighting technologies
Strong relationships with local lighting vendor

*Reminder: Preferred Qualifications are preferred not required; all candidates who meet the Minimum Qualifications are encouraged to apply*

What We Offer:

Competitive salary
Comprehensive Health Insurance plan with medical, vision, and dental insurance (premiums covered for employees and 50% of premiums covered for dependents)
Flexible remote work environment and schedule
Flexible Vacation and Sick Leave Policy (Sick Leave policy in accordance with the Washington State Sick Leave Law)
Reimbursement for work related licenses and related approved needs
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Life Insurance
Pet Insurance

Inclusion and Belonging:

Delta E is a women-owned firm and is committed to prioritizing diversity, inclusion and belonging in our interview process and company culture. We are committed to crafting our job ads inclusively to encourage candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply. We passionately believe that a diverse team leads to the best business outcomes.

EEO Statement:

Delta E is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

The pay range for this role is:
90,000 - 130,000 USD per year(Remote - Seattle, US)

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Sr. Lighting Designer in Seattle, Washington at Delta E Consulting

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