Who We Are
LUMA is PAE’s architectural lighting design brand. At LUMA, we help realize and enhance our clients’ visions of architecture while promoting human health, sustainability, energy effectiveness, and innovation. Whether designing for local or global projects, we challenge ourselves and our clients to think beyond what has been done and create what's needed. Through this process, we ensure that every aspect of the lighting system is explored and that the best system is designed for each situation.
At LUMA and PAE, we like to think of ourselves as a little bit different. Here’s why:
We care intensely about envisioning and creating sustainable building systems and work every day to break new ground in the world of sustainable design.
We have a close affinity to the visions of the architects we work with; we understand the need for beauty as well as practicality.
We value creativity as much as we value precision.
We understand that the visionary people we want to hire need to experience the world in order to change the world, and we work hard to support that need.
What You'll Do
- Support design and production documentation to convey lighting design concepts and design intent using design techniques and software including but not limited to hand sketching, mock-ups, participation in design charrettes, REVIT/BIM production, lighting calculation software (AGI, Lightstanza), etc.
- Support preparation and production of project deliverables with attention to detail
- Support development and production of the lighting control designDevelop design and technical skills to increase knowledge and experience required for this position and to grow as a professional lighting designer
- Support and begin to lead meetings with team members representing PAE under the LUMA brand at the digression of the project lead
- Complete assigned work on time and delegate basic tasks with instruction from the project lead
- Guide/lead the design direction of specific spaces in the project at the discretion of the project lead
- Peer mentorship of junior staff in design, production and calculations
- Apply knowledge of lighting calculations, design graphics production, and support mock-ups
- Apply knowledge of basic lighting product specification, creating luminaire schedules and support of advanced product research
- Basic technical detailing of lighting systems
- Develop the ability to understand and participate in project design and construction phases including support construction phase reviews of submittals and RFIs and attend site visits
- Participate in lighting industry organizations and events to build supporting relationships and knowledge
- Demonstrate accountability as an integral member of the design teams in which you are involved
- Interact and promote the core values of PAE and professionalism with project team members both internal and external
- Perform other duties as assigned
- This position can be located in our Los Angeles office, or at one of our other office locations in OR, WA, CA, or NY.
KEY COMPETENCIES & SKILLS:
- Detailed understanding of light’s impact in Architecture
- Consistent practice of professionalism
- Time management and organization of multiple roles on projects
- Clear graphic and oral communication of design
- Experience in Building Information Modeling (REVIT)
- Experience in Adobe Creative Suite (emphasis on Photoshop & InDesign), Illumination calculation software (AGI), digital design modeling software (Sketchup, 3D Max, Rhino, or similar)
- Microsoft Office Suite
What You Bring
- College Degree (or equivalent design related training) required, preferable in Architecture, Interior Design, Lighting Design or related field
- 2 years practicing lighting design or 1 to 2 years as a PAE Lighting Designer 1
**When applying, please include your portfolio with your resume. Portfolios may be uploaded as a file or provided via a link to an online portfolio.**
What We Offer
- Hiring Base Salary Range for Los Angeles: $67,300-$90,100 annual.
- Salary range will vary depending on location.
- This position can be located in our Los Angeles office, or at one of our other office locations in OR, WA, CA, or NY.
- This position is eligible for time and a half overtime pay
The base salary is one component of PAE’s competitive compensation package for employees. We take into consideration a variety of factors including but not limited to skills, abilities, experience, education, credentials, internal equity and geographic location in determining exact salary offered. At PAE, roles are eligible for additional rewards, including salary increases and annual bonuses based on individual performance. The above range represents PAE's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
In addition, PAE offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following:
- Performance Bonus
- Employer paid health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
- 401k account contribution
- Professional development reimbursements including state registration and professional association dues
- Commuter benefit
- Cell phone stipend
- Life insurance and disability benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid time off for sick leave, family leave, community service, holidays and vacation- work hard and take time off when you need it.
- To learn more about our comprehensive benefits package, visit https://www.pae-engineers.com/careers/benefits. This information is provided per the Equal Pay Act.
Our commitment to pay equity
PAE is a JUST label certified company; we demonstrate JUST label requirements within pay equity. Pay scales should meet or exceed applicable legislated wage requirements and industry standards and compensate, on the same basis, all individuals performing the same or similar work and work of equal value. We are committed to the principle of pay equity – paying employees equitably for substantially similar work. To learn more about pay equity and our commitments to equitable business practices, you may view our JUST label certification here: Living Future: Just Label Certification.
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