Lighting Designer

Inhabit is a specialist consultancy focused on the design and advancement of the built environment. We are committed to making a positive impact at a global scale with human experience central to our activities. Our solutions-led approach provides Inhabit opportunities to work as creative design partners with acknowledged industry leaders in Architecture, Engineering, and Sustainable Design from concept to completion. Our respective areas of expertise can be integrated to allow seamless interdisciplinary synergy to create buildings that are more relevant to our evolving society.

Designing a sustainable future starts with diversity. At Inhabit, we’re committed to building that future, wherever in the world that may be. We recognise that it is only through diversity that we can create the best built environment possible, which is only accomplished in a climate of inclusion. If you share in this belief, we invite and encourage you to join us in constructing that future with Inhabit.

An exciting opportunity in our Singapore office is available for an experienced, creative, and motivated Lighting Designer to become part of the team. You will be collaborating with the best in the business, building on your specialised technical knowledge whilst working on the design of some of the most exciting projects in Singapore and worldwide.

The Inhabit Lighting team is internationally distributed and the team is location independent, enabling access to projects across Australasia, Asia, US, and Europe from any location. We uniquely work across all stages of the project lifecycle, from the business case and advisory, to lighting strategy, to detailed modelling, construction, and post-occupancy. This means that we have a focus on real-world results rather than hypothetical targets.

All our team members are encouraged to develop into Lighting Designers with capabilities across our entire skillset. This is achieved through a spirit of support and growth - we challenge ourselves to grow our technical excellence and consulting skills and closely support each other to do so.

The available Lighting Designer position is only opened to Singapore citizens and Singapore Permanent Residents.

If this interests you, we are seeking someone who:

• Is motivated by progressive thinking to find creative solutions
• Has an appetite for learning new skills and a proven ability to manage delivery of multiple projects
• Will advance the progress in lighting design
• Has the growth mindset to grow and assist to scale the business to the next level
• Is curious and wants to apply problem-solving to real-world applications
• Doesn’t mind being out of their comfort zone and challenging themselves
• Is interested in continually refining their oral and written communication skills
• Understands the relationship between detail and the ‘bigger picture’, and has an appreciation for both

Your typical day at Inhabit could involve:

• Working closely with Clients / Architects to develop concepts for façade, interior, and landscape lighting
• Producing sketches, cut-sheets, renderings, etc. to illustrate conceptual ideas
• Developing concepts into schematic and detailed designs with CAD drawings and technical specifications (up to Tender Documentation Standards)
• Working on 3D modelling platforms (Revit / BIM 360) for integrated project management
• Providing budget and power consumption estimates
• Preparing and giving presentations to Clients / Architects to outline designs
• Reviewing supplier and contractor proposed fixtures, fittings, and circuitry layouts
• Attending site inspections to review the quality and general arrangement of contractor installations
• Testing with lighting beautiful and functional design ideas

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Lighting Design Studies, Electrical Engineering, Architecture, Design, or relevant technical degree
• Experience working as a Lighting Designer / Consultant on large scale architectural projects
• Ability to complete all stages of the project independently
• Capable of managing multiple projects at any one time
• Ability to communicate design ideas effectively, responsible, highly organised, flexible, and a supportive team player
• Highly competent in AutoCAD, Dialux Evo, and PhotoShop with excellent technical skills
• Knowledge of BIM Modelling would be advantageous
• Ambitious and self-motivated with a desire for personal and professional growth
• Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills
• Technical skills in Revit, Rhino, Indesign, and Adobe After Effects would be advantageous
• Knowledge of sustainability certifications such as Green Mark, LEED, WELL

What We Offer

• A wide variety of technically interesting projects
• A chance to be a part of a team that has a broad influence on a progressive business
• Excellent mentorship and career progression opportunities with future global career prospects
• Connect, learn, and collaborate with our global network of experts
• Access to training and development to grow your career and maximise your potential
• Be rewarded for your enthusiasm, commitment, dedication, and loyalty
• An Employee Assistance Program to support you and your close ones
• Possibility to attend industry events and professional updates
• International connections with a global team

Please upload your cover letter, CV, portfolio, and any other documents that you think will set you apart to our careers portal.

We will be excited to meet with you if your skills and experience are aligned with ours.