Lighting Design Assistant

About the Role
We are a small, collaborative lighting design and environmental assessment team based in Bristol, working across a wide range of projects including commercial, residential, public realm, and infrastructure schemes. We are looking for a motivated graduate or junior professional to support our designers in delivering creative, compliant, and technically robust lighting solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of lighting designs, layouts, and calculations using industry software (e.g. Dialux, Relux).
• Support the production of reports, drawings, and technical documentation for planning and design stages.
• Contribute to lighting impact assessments (e.g. external obtrusive light, ecology, dark skies).
• Conduct site visits, surveys, and data collection.
• Help coordinate with architects, engineers, and planning teams.
• Maintain project records and assist with general project administration.

Requirements

• Degree (or working towards) in lighting design, architecture, engineering, environmental design, or a related field.
• Basic understanding of lighting principles and relevant standards/guidance (e.g. CIBSE, ILP).
• Familiarity with CAD and/or lighting software (desirable but not essential).
• Strong attention to detail and good written communication skills.
• Proactive, organised, and willing to learn in a small team environment.
• Full UK driving licence (desirable but not essential).

What We Offer

• Hands-on experience across a wide range of projects.
• Mentoring from experienced lighting professionals.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Support towards relevant professional memberships.
• Friendly, flexible, and supportive working environment.

If you are enthusiastic about lighting and keen to build your career in a dynamic and growing team, we would love to hear from you.