Lighting Designer

In a Nutshell:

We are seeking an experienced Lighting Designer who will be responsible for delivering creative, compliant and commercially viable lighting design solutions in line with company standards and company objectives. The role requires direct engagement with customers to interpret project requirements, budgets and programme constraints, ensuring proposed lighting solutions align with technical and commercial expectations. 

You will be accountable for the production of accurate lighting layouts, calculations, specifications and supporting technical documentation, and for presenting proposals in a clear and professional manner. All design outputs must comply with the relevant UK standards and regulations, including BS, CIBSE and Part L. The role also supports site activities where required and contributes to improvement through maintaining up-to-date knowledge of lighting products, lighting controls and industry developments.

Who are Ansell & What do we do:

We design and manufacture internal and external lighting solutions for customers across the whole spectrum of the public and private sectors, with quality and sustainability at the heart of our operations. Established in 1992, we have grown to become a global operator with bases in Warrington and Belfast and state-of-the-art showrooms in Belfast, Warrington, Madrid and Dublin, supplying to more than 26 countries. Ansell Lighting is a byword for innovation in lighting design and we have won multiple awards for our energy-efficient luminaires and industry-leading lighting control system, Octo.

Key Responsibilities:

 DELIVERY

• Responsible for managing multiple lighting design projects, ensuring delivery within agreed deadlines and programme requirements.
• Ensure all design documentation (layouts, calculations, specifications and reports) is accurate, complete and issued in line with company procedures.
• Maintain clear and professional communication with customers through the project.
• Ensure timely response to customer technical queries and design amendment requests.
• Contribute to achieving department KPIs relating to lead times, project conversion support and customer satisfaction.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, consistency and service levels within the lighting Design function.

 QUALITY

• Ensure all lighting designs and documentation meet company technical standards and comply with relevant UK regulations (BS, CIBSE, Part L and other applicable standard).
• Maintain a high level of accuracy lighting calculations, layouts, specifications and reports prior to issue.
• Conduct thorough internal checks of all design outputs to minimise errors.

 COST

• Develop commercially aware lighting solutions aligned with projects budgets.
• Provide alternative product options where appropriate to improve cost efficiency.
• Work closely with customers to ensure lighting design proposals support pricing strategy.
• Minimise design revisions through accurate interpretation of project briefs and clear customer communication.

SAFETY

• Ensure all lighting designs incorporate relevant safety requirement and comply with applicable UK regulations and standards.
• Ensure emergency lighting designs are compliant with current legislation.

PEOPLE MANAGEMENT

• Build and maintain professional working relationships with customers and internal department including, ASM’s, SOP, Quotation and Technical.

Are you right for us?

Our Lighting Designer will have/be:

Essential

• Good level of general education or relevant qualification in Lighting Design or similar
• Minimum 2 - 5 years’ experience in lighting design
• Experience managing projects independently from concept to completion
• Experience working directly with customers
• Experience working within a fast-paced environment, managing a high volume of design projects while meeting strict turnaround times
• Experienced in Relux or Dialux.
• Proficient in CAD
• Highly computer-literate, being fully conversant with MS Excel and Word
• Strong understanding of lighting principles, lighting controls, emergency lighting
• Good understanding of UK lighting standards (BS, CIBSE, Part L)
• Strong presentation and communication skills
• Able to work independently and manage multiple projects
• Confident communicator with customers

Desirable

• Professional lighting accreditation (LIA)
• Experience within a lighting manufacturer or commercial environment
• Knowledge of Revit / BIM
• Experience with lighting controls
• Ability to interpret MEP drawings
• Leadership potential and mentoring capability

And now for the Good Stuff:

We are all about our customer experience and we are committed to our people. We work hard to ensure you can enjoy your job and are well rewarded. As well as excellent training, development and progression opportunities, other benefits include:

• Competitive salary, benefits, (Salary DOE)
• 28 days holiday - includes Bank Holidays (increasing with length of service plus Christmas shut down)
• Discount on our products
• Recognition and rewards scheme
• Access to our learning platform including great training and development programs.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Free onsite Parking
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Life Assurance