Senior Lighting Designer
7+ Years Experience | Remote (U.S.-Based)
ABOUT THE STUDIO
Lux Foundry is a growing architectural lighting design studio dedicated to forging experiences through light. Our work spans hospitality, cultural, educational, residential, and landscape environments, with a focus on thoughtful design, technical excellence, and the relationship between light, architecture, and human experience.
We're building a collaborative, design-focused studio where experienced designers have the opportunity to take ownership of meaningful projects, contribute creatively, and help shape the future of the practice.
As a Senior Lighting Designer, you'll work directly with the Principal Designer, have a voice in design decisions, and play an important role in both project delivery and the studio's continued growth.
THE OPPORTUNITY
We're looking for an experienced, hands-on Senior Lighting Designer who combines strong creative instincts with advanced technical expertise, independent project leadership, and a proactive approach to getting things done.
This role offers the opportunity to lead projects from concept through construction, working closely with architects, interior designers, and other design professionals. You'll have the autonomy to manage projects, make informed decisions, anticipate challenges, and move work forward while collaborating with the Principal on creative direction and key design decisions.
The ideal candidate enjoys both the creative and technical sides of lighting design, takes pride in producing thoughtful and well-executed work, and is comfortable taking responsibility for technical quality, project delivery, and guiding the work of junior designers.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Design & Project Leadership
- Lead lighting design projects from concept development through construction administration.
- Develop creative lighting concepts and translate them into detailed, technically sound solutions.
- Independently manage project design, coordination, documentation, and deliverables.
- Anticipate project needs, resolve challenges, and make informed decisions while involving the Principal when appropriate.
- Collaborate directly with the Principal on design direction and key project decisions.
- Delegate, coordinate, and oversee the work of junior designers while remaining actively involved in design and production.
Client Collaboration & Project Management
- Serve as a primary day-to-day contact for architects, interior designers, engineers, and other project collaborators.
- Lead project meetings, presentations, and design coordination.
- Develop and manage project work plans, schedules, priorities, deliverables, and resources across multiple projects.
- Proactively identify and resolve coordination issues, schedule conflicts, and technical challenges.
- Manage project work within established scope, schedules, and fee budgets.
- Build strong client relationships through thoughtful design, clear communication, and reliable project delivery.
Technical Design & Execution
- Develop and oversee lighting layouts, details, fixture schedules, specifications, and controls documentation.
- Perform and review lighting calculations, photometric studies, and code-related evaluations.
- Apply advanced technical knowledge of luminaires, optics, controls, mounting conditions, detailing, and construction documentation.
- Produce and review project documentation using Revit, AutoCAD, and AGi32.
- Lead technical quality-control reviews of drawings, specifications, fixture schedules, and other deliverables to ensure accuracy, completeness, and coordination prior to Principal review.
- Identify and resolve technical and constructability issues throughout the design process.
- Participate in site visits, mockups, construction reviews, lighting aiming, and commissioning.
Studio Contribution & Growth
- Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and constructive feedback to junior designers.
- Delegate and oversee assigned work while supporting the professional development of other team members.
- Help refine studio design standards, workflows, and quality-control practices.
- Contribute to a collaborative studio culture that values curiosity, initiative, and design excellence.
- Grow professionally while helping shape the direction and capabilities of an expanding practice.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
- 7+ years of professional experience in architectural lighting design.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Lighting Design, Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Interior Design, or a related field preferred.
- Strong design sensibility and demonstrated experience developing lighting concepts through construction.
- Proven ability to independently manage complex projects, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, and communicate directly with clients.
- Advanced technical expertise in luminaire technology, lighting controls, photometrics, detailing, fixture specifications, and construction documentation.
- Demonstrated experience reviewing technical documentation, identifying coordination issues, and maintaining quality standards.
- Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and AGi32
- Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, Bluebeam, and Google Workspace.
- Experience with project management and task-tracking platforms such as Asana, Monday.com, or similar software.
- Strong graphic, verbal, written, and organizational skills.
- Ability to prioritize competing demands, anticipate project needs, and independently drive work toward completion.
- Experience delegating, coordinating, and reviewing the work of junior designers.
- A collaborative approach, sound judgment, and the confidence to take ownership of decisions and deliverables.
WHY JOIN LUX FOUNDRY?
At Lux Foundry, you'll be part of a small, growing studio where your contributions have a direct impact on the work we produce and the direction of the practice.
We offer the opportunity to work on diverse, design-driven projects, collaborate directly with studio leadership, and take meaningful ownership of your work without the layers of a large organization.
We value designers who are curious, self-motivated, and passionate about their craft. As the studio grows, there will be opportunities to expand your responsibilities, develop your leadership skills, and help shape the studio's future.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Salary Range: $90,000 to $120,000 commensurate with experience and qualifications.
- Paid time off, including vacation, sick, and personal days
- Studio-observed holidays, including winter break closure
- Flexible remote work structure (U.S.-based)
- Healthcare
- Professional development and continuing education support
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within a growing studio