Lighting Designer

At AE Design, we believe great design starts with great people. Founded in 2004 on a foundation of friendship and shared vision, our firm has grown into a dynamic team dedicated to delivering exceptional design solutions. Our culture is built on collaboration, curiosity, and a commitment to excellence. We foster an environment where knowledge is shared, ideas are valued, and every team member is empowered to contribute to our success. Through proactive communication and meticulous attention to detail, we create seamless experiences for our clients-anticipating needs, solving challenges, and delivering thoughtful, responsible designs.

As an integral part of the Denver AEC community, we take pride in supporting industry organizations and local nonprofits that align with our values. Sustainability, innovation, and partnership are at the heart of everything we do, ensuring that our work not only meets today's needs but also contributes to a better future. At AE Design, we don't just complete projects-we build lasting relationships, provide high-touch service, and make our clients' lives easier. Our passion for design and dedication to excellence drive us forward, shaping the spaces and communities we serve.

General Role Description

At AE Design, our Lighting Designers create thoughtful, innovative lighting solutions that enhance the built environment and support the overall project vision. This role works collaboratively with internal design teams, clients, and consultants to develop lighting concepts from programming through construction documentation for projects of varying size and complexity.

The ideal candidate is creative, detail-oriented, and proactive, with a passion for design collaboration and technical execution.

How You'll Spend Your Day

• Assist in the design and development of lighting solutions across a variety of project types and complexities
• Collaborate with clients, consultants, architects, and internal design teams to develop conceptual through detailed lighting designs
• Perform photometric calculations and analysis to verify design intent and performance
• Support the preparation and coordination of construction documents and specifications
• Review drawings and construction documents for alignment with design intent
• Participate in client and project meetings throughout the project lifecycle
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure integrated project solutions
• Support project goals, deadlines, and deliverables alongside the Senior Lighting Designer
• Perform other duties as assigned

What You Bring to the Table

• 2–5 years of professional experience in an architectural, lighting design, or MEP environment with a focus on lighting design
• Undergraduate degree in Architectural Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Lighting Design, or a related discipline
• Experience with AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, COMcheck, and photometric software
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Passion for design, problem-solving, and continuous learning

What You'll Enjoy When You Join Us

• Competitive salary and benefit plan (401k, HSA and more)
• An environment which supports continued education, professional development and personal growth with opportunities to learn outside of the office and through our mentorship program
• An open office, enthusiastic and collaborative coworkers, and out of office events ranging from happy hours to ski trips
• A dedication to a true work-life balance
• The chance to work on a variety of projects, and learn about low-voltage, audio/visual, special systems, commissioning and the other services we provide
• The opportunity to get out of the office for site visits, client visits, seminars and networking opportunities
• A condensed 4.5 day work week - we work full time, but we love our half day Fridays!
• A great bonus incentive program
• Opportunity to help grow with a highly reputable company who does beautiful work