The HIDI Group is hiring: Lighting Designer in Toronto

We are looking for a Lighting Designer!

The HIDI Group is an employee owned, multi-disciplinary consultancy committed to delivering world-class solutions and unparalleled service.  HIDI has grown to become a leading firm with over 150 employees nationally, with offices located in Toronto, Ottawa and Calgary. We offer a full suite of in-house building service expertise through eight integrated disciplines – Mechanical Design, Electrical Design, Fire Protection, Lighting Design, Communications & Audiovisual (AV), Security & Risk, Commissioning and Energy Services.

ALULA Lighting Design is a specialty lighting design studio integrated within the HIDI Group family of services. This arrangement allows ALULA and its team members to benefit from the stability, consistency, and access offered by a large corporate firm, while simultaneously enjoying the positives found only within the tight-knit, collaborative, and creatively free flowing environment of a specialty design studio. 

When you join us, you will find an environment where open dialogue and innovative thinking are highly encouraged. We believe that challenging you with a diversity of assignments ensures that you can develop your skills and grow rapidly. We offer a balance of work and lifestyle, including flexible work arrangements, robust benefit package, discounts on gym memberships, Group RSP programs, wellness programs, competitive salaries and bonus packages.

We start by Engaging You in our organization! If you are ready for a career with a dynamic organization, in an environment that fosters professional development and career advancement, you’re ready for us!

Responsibilities

We are looking for talented and motivated individuals who enjoy working in a collaborative environment.  The Lighting Designer will work collaboratively with the ALULA lighting team and support the senior lighting designer or project managers in the full range of tasks and responsibilities required for a wide range of projects.  This includes and not limited to producing concept presentations, lighting layouts, lighting calculations, fixture specifications, mock-ups, and contract administration work (i.e. shop drawings reviews, site visits and fixture aiming).  This applies to ALULA direct projects as well as internal lighting support for HIDI’s electrical base building / tenancy department’s projects.  

General Management

• Regular project status communication internally with ALULA project manager / senior designer.
• Assist in project organization and communications such as meeting minutes and managing project data, on projects in various stages of design and construction.

Production

• Compiling lighting design documentations, including presentations using InDesign with graphics and text, lighting layout drawings utilizing CAD or Revit, and lighting specifications (luminaire schedules, cutsheets).
• Performing lighting calculations using AGI32 to verify lighting design and targets, lighting power density and budget calculations.
• Knowledge of the lighting industry, including luminaire trends and research, mock-up and assessments, as well as communicating with manufacturer, reps, and clients.
• Participate in the occasional on-site (in town or out of town) lighting surveys, meetings, mock-up sessions, or final fixture aiming/focusing.

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or above in Lighting Design or associated field (Architectural Engineering, Theatrical Lighting , Architecture, Interior Design, Electrical Engineering, or Industrial Design)
• Enjoys collaborating in a team environment
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to think independently
• A demonstrated ability to work under pressure
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• AutoCAD and Revit
• AGI32 or Dialux
• Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign)
• 3D modeling software such as Sketchup, Rhino (great to have, not a must)
• Participate in industry related professional organizations (IALD, IES, etc.)
• Certified Lighting Designer (CLD) (great to have, not a must)
• NCQLP Lighting Certification (LC) (great to have, not a must)
• 2 to 4 years of Lighting Design (or associated Lighting – related industry) experience

The HIDI Group is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive workplace that is barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise Human Resources if you require an accommodation and we will work with you to meet your needs. Please note that due to the volume of applicants only those who will be considered for an interview will be contacted.