Buro Happold · 2 weeks ago
Graduate Lighting Designer- New York (Summer 2026)
New York, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry Level
$77K/yr - $80K/yrBuro Happold is a company that emphasizes innovation and diversity in its workplace culture. They are seeking a Graduate Lighting Designer to engage in various responsibilities including environmental assessments, daylight design, and detailed lighting design for diverse projects.
ConstructionSmart Building
Responsibilities
Environmental Impact Assessment work to meet planning requirements considering light spill analysis and overshadowing
Sunlight & daylight massing analysis for architects and developers
Daylight design including specification of control devices such as louvres and shading devices
Lighting strategies & master-planning for public realm and cities
Lighting concept designs
Concept visualization & 3D light modelling
Scheme outlines with cost feasibility
Detailed lighting design including architectural integration detailing
Lighting control specification
Bespoke luminaire design
Site monitoring, including programming of control systems and focusing of luminaires
Qualification
Required
Bachelor or Master's Degree in Architecture, Lighting, or Architectural Engineering
Coursework and/or experience in architecture (studio and/or history), lighting, or building systems design
Portfolio: Please include a link to your portfolio or attach it directly to your resume when applying
Ability to communicate thoughts and technical ideas in an accessible manner
Eagerness to learn and work as part of a multidisciplinary team
Preferred
Experience using AGI, Revit, Enscape, and Photoshop beneficial
Experience in 3ds Max, ElumTools, Grasshopper or Rhino a bonus
Interest in the lighting design industry with an emphasis on architectural lighting design or daylighting analysis
Lighting related internship helpful
Benefits
Generous benefits package
Annual discretionary bonus
Generous PTO (4 weeks) in addition to 10 paid holidays
401k with company match
Hybrid working & summer hours
Reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees
Connection to global network of experts on the forefront of industry initiatives
Access to wide ranging learning and development opportunities
Be a part of supporting our diverse company culture through open engagement with our Young Employees Forum, Diversity and Inclusion Forum, Buro Happold Women's Network, and/or our Black at Buro Happold Employee Resource Groups
Company
Buro Happold
Buro Happold is an international, multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy.
Founded in 1976
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Henry Chan
Associate Director
Recent News
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