Associate Lighting Designer

Be trusted to make great things happen.

Are you ready to take up a vital role in shaping some of our exciting projects? How about joining our talented team, where everyone has a voice, and together we face our clients' problems head-on. It's a diverse and inclusive work environment where world-class talent knows no distinctions.

We know that different people have different priorities, which is why we're here to support you. Flexible and remote working is a central part of our culture. So, talk to us about what's ideal for you – from reduced weeks to buying more leave over school holidays. And if you're returning from a career break, ask us how we can help you transition back into work with us.

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We offer flexible working where you will typically be working from your base office location, which is Epsom or any AtkinsRéalis offices like London, Swindon, Chelmsford, Bristol, Nottingham, Edinburgh two days per week and three days from home.

Join as an Associate Lighting Designer in our Specialist and Architectural Lighting Team. We work on projects of all types and sizes across the UK and overseas. Our projects are bringing digitalisation to lighting solutions and transforming the way people live and work. You will be a senior member of our lighting team which specialises in all aspects of lighting whether it be natural or artificial.  You will also support interior and exterior architectural lighting schemes from concept through to construction with sustainability and net zero carbon at the forefront of all we do.

Your purpose:

• Responsible for creating innovative lighting solutions across a wide range of specialist, architectural and multi-disciplinary projects, including commercial, residential, and public spaces.
• Manage and deliver lighting projects from initial concept through completion to final handover.
• Provide both conceptual and technical lighting consultancy and design support for diverse interior and exterior projects.
• Present design concepts and proposals to clients and stakeholders, incorporating feedback to refine and finalise design solutions.
• Continuously engaging with customers and stakeholders to ensure lighting solutions integrate seamlessly with overall project goals including development of innovative low carbon solutions in a responsive and client focussed manner.
• Support technical leadership within the team and provide guidance to our clients.
• Provide technical support and guidance to clients throughout the project lifecycle.
• Collaborate with architects, interior designers, mechanical electrical and public health engineers, and other disciplines to ensure cohesive project execution.
• Participate in project meetings and site visits to assess lighting needs and installation progress.
• Promoting the benefits of good lighting design both within AtkinsRéalis and externally at industry events.
• Ensuring all work is delivered to a high level of quality and professionalism on time and to budget.
  Mentoring and supporting the development of other staff.

What you can bring:

• Substantial experience gained from delivering a wide variety of specialist and architectural lighting concepts and designs for interior and exterior applications.
• Strong understanding of lighting principles, sustainable design practices and electrical systems.
• Experience with advanced lighting control systems and smart technologies.
• Ability to use and interrogate lighting design/analysis specific software and tools to create accurate and visually appealing lighting renderings.
• Proficiency in lighting design and rendering software (including but not limited to DIALux or Relux, AutoCAD, Revit, Daylight study software, Enscape, Photoshop).
• Experience of preparing various type and format of project and design deliverables such as specifications, schedules, registers, reports among others.
• Ability to prepare documentation and reports required for regulatory approvals.
• Knowledge and experience, recognised by peers as being an expert in lighting.
• Ability to apply lighting standards and your experience in such a way to deliver the clients vision and requirements.
• Experience of national and international standards along with specific client requirements including safety regulations, and sustainability certification such as BREEAM, LEED.
• Ability to understand the key client drivers and propose innovative low carbon solutions.
• Experience in a wide range of stakeholder engagement including with clients and contractors.
• Up to date on the latest lighting technologies, industry trends, and best practices.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

Our Transportation teams are reinventing transport for a challenging yet exciting future. We're creating new ideas and smart solutions for cities, people and the environment. You'll be working alongside some of the top people in our industry, solving challenges that bring together traditional engineering and new technologies. As part of our organisation, you'll be in a privileged position, delivering what's right for governments and communities. You'll be helping us to improve our leading environmental performance while enabling others to do the same.

Meeting your needs:

To help you get the most out of life in and outside of work, we offer employees "Total Reward." It's a package that can be tailored to your changing lifestyle, career and personal needs. You'll enjoy benefits such as partner discounts, leadership training, professional, accreditations, and career planning for any stage of your career. Making sure you're supported is important to us. So, if you identify as having a disability, tell us ahead of your interview. And let's talk through any adjustments you might need.

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More about us: 

AtkinsRéalis, is a leading global consultancy with over 100 years of design and engineering expertise. With us, you'll be surrounded by the skills, knowledge, and support to help you succeed. Together, we can deliver projects which have a positive, sustainable impact on the world. 

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Training:

AtkinsRéalis is committed to developing its people both personally and professionally. Our colleagues have the advantage of access to a high ranging training portfolio and development activities designed to help make the best of individual’s abilities and talents. We also actively support staff in achieving corporate membership of relevant institutions.

Additional Information:

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

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