Lighting Control Technical Designer

About Signify

Through bold discovery and cutting-edge innovation, we lead an industry that is vital for the future of our planet: lighting. Through our leadership in connected lighting and the Internet of Things, we're breaking new ground in data analytics, AI, and smart solutions for homes, offices, cities, and beyond.

At Signify, you can shape tomorrow by building on our incredible 125+ year legacy while working toward even bolder sustainability goals. Our culture of continuous learning, creativity, and commitment to diversity and inclusion empowers you to grow your skills and career.

Join us, and together, we’ll transform our industry, making a lasting difference for brighter lives and a better world. 

More about the role

Job Summary

We are seeking a Lighting Controls Technical Designer to join our Genlyte Design Team. In this role, you will develop and deliver customized lighting and controls solutions for a wide range of commercial, industrial, and infrastructure applications.

You will collaborate closely with sales, quotations, field services, and cross-functional teams to support projects from initial design through proposal and execution. This position combines technical design expertise with direct agent and end user support, playing a key role in delivering high-value, complex lighting system solutions.

Key Areas of Responsibility

Participate in customer projects through all phases from design to proposal through completion.  You will be primarily involved in design applications/solutions and assist in proposal development of high-value/high-complexity projects. 

Additional responsibilities include:

• Participate in projects through all phases—from design and proposal development to execution and completion
• Design and develop lighting control systems for interior, exterior and site & area style applications
• Review electrical and architectural documentation (reflected ceiling plans, riser diagrams, panel schedules, fixture schedules, and power plans) to create tailored controls system solutions
• Generate project-specific device layouts, schematics, and drawings using tools such as AutoCAD and Bluebeam
• Develop bills of materials, submittal packages, and supporting technical documentation
• Collaborate with internal teams (Sales, Product Management, Technical Support, Quotations) and external stakeholders to support proposals and project delivery
• Provide technical expertise to support existing and new business opportunities
• Support commissioning and installation through detailed design documentation
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines and quality expectations are met

Critical Experiences

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical,Electronics preferred), with relevant experience up to 5 years preferred.
• Strong experience interpreting electrical drawings.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD & Bluebeam
• Solid understanding of lighting systems, controls, and electrical installations
• Knowledge of communication protocols such as 0-10V, DALI, DMX, BACnet, Art-Net, or TCP/IP
• Familiarity with Building Management Systems (BMS), Energy Management Systems (EMS), or automation systems is a plus
• Working knowledge of applicable codes and standards (NEC, IES, ASHRAE) and emergency lighting controls
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Flexibility to adapt to evolving project requirements and business needs

Everything we’ll do for you

You can grow a lasting career here. We’ll encourage you, support you, and challenge you. We’ll help you learn and progress in a way that’s right for you, with coaching and mentoring along the way. We’ll listen to you too, because we see and value every one of our 27,000+ people. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace fosters creativity, innovation, and a full spectrum of bright ideas. With a global workforce present in 70+ countries, we are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where every voice is heard and valued, helping us all achieve more together. 

Come join us, and together we can light up the future.