About Careertakes

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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

This entry-level role supports the lighting practice as part of a multidisciplinary team under direct supervision. You will contribute to design and production tasks across new construction and renovation projects in markets such as education, healthcare, sports, corporate/commercial, and science & technology.

• Participate in preparation of construction documents and specifications for lighting and control systems.
• Design lighting and control systems for healthcare, education and commercial clients under direct supervision.
• Perform illuminance and lighting power density (LPD) calculations and complete ComCheck and other required documentation.
• Support documentation for rebates/incentives, LEED/WELL certification, and project-required records.
• Review and markup shop drawings and submittals; assist with RFIs and change order documentation.
• Conduct site visits to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress (onsite walk-throughs required).
• Recommend process and quality improvements to streamline production and coordination.
• Be willing to work overtime when project needs require.
• Perform other related tasks as needed.

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What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Lighting Design, Architecture, Interior Design, Architectural Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field by hire date.
• Coursework in building systems engineering or architecture strongly preferred.
• Related student internship experience preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks effectively.
• Experience with engineering design tools preferred: Revit MEP, AGI, ElumTools, ComCheck.
• Proficiency with graphic/image tools (Adobe Creative Suite).
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) — required. Familiarity with Bluebeam, Teams, Trello, Procore, and Miro preferred.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Employment type: Contract (entry-level)
• Location: Schiller Park, IL (remote/telecommute options available)
• Pay range (for hires associated with the Chicago area): $25.43 to $28.61 per hour.
  • This range reflects the anticipated base hourly compensation at time of posting. Final pay may vary based on experience, location, and qualifications.
• Benefits (may vary by employment arrangement): medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, voluntary insurances, paid time off, flex-time schedules, remote work options, 401(k) plan, and employee perks. Employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.

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About Confidential Client

Confidential Client is a design practice where strategy, experience, architecture, and engineering come together to solve complex client challenges. The firm emphasizes Living-Centered Design and a commitment to equity, inclusion, and impactful outcomes across the built environment.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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