Senior Lighting Designer

Shape a future with purpose at Arup in Istanbul.

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world. 

The Opportunity

We're seeking a Senior Lighting Designer for our Istanbul office to strengthen our Lighting Team for local and international projects.

As a Senior Lighting Designer at Arup, you will:

Supervise lighting design project teams to develop creative and client responsive design solutions,

Work with other teams within Arup for project generation and design as needed,

Mentor design staff at all phases of their career,

Lead lighting design only projects with high quality, design forward design solutions,

Lead collaborative design driven process for developing inspirational and technically sound solutions,

Prepare lighting concept boards and lighting layouts in Revit/AutoCAD,

Produce lighting fixture schedules, lighting specification packages, control layouts and sequence schedules,

Conduct lighting photometric calculations with Dialux Evo,

Coordinate lighting details,

Review lighting submittals and prior approval packages,

Maintain/develop department standards.

Does this role inspire you?

We're looking for someone who is passionate about work on a variety of prestigious projects in Türkiye and overseas. We also value:

• Master's degree in architectural Lighting Design from reputable universities,
• Experienced in an independent lighting consultancy at least 7 years with an understanding in lighting design across architectural, interior, landscape, and urban design projects,
• Experienced in street lighting and urban scale lighting projects,
• Comprehensive knowledge of lighting related National/International Codes and Standards,
• Advanced knowledge in Creative Cloud: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat, and MS
• Knowledge in Daylight Design and Radiance and skills in 3D modelling software,
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit,
• Excellent command of English both written and verbal,
• Working experience in multinational and English-speaking environment,
• The ability to prioritize effectively, balance assigned work and exceptional organization skills required for our constantly evolving environment,
• Ability to interface and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams,
• Effective communication and presentation skills,
• No travel restrictions (national & international),
• Excellent organization skills, attention to detail and superb ability to multi-task,
• Strong sensibility and appreciation for design communication,
• Time management skills and the ability to work on multiple projects,
• Presentation skills with colleagues and clients of all levels.
  
  Please submit a portfolio of no more than 10 pages and a letter outlining your interest and expectations of a career in Lighting Design.

Why Arup?

At Arup, we believe in rewarding our members for their contributions to our shared success. As a trust-owned company, we have the freedom to pursue meaningful work that aligns with our purpose and values. We also offer a unique profit share program, allowing our members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Benefits that work for you:

• Professional Growth & Development: Benefit from continuous learning opportunities, training programs, and mentorship to enhance your skills and advance your career at Arup.
• Global Opportunities: Collaborate with colleagues worldwide and explore potential short-term or long-term assignments at other Arup offices and project locations.

• Financial Well-being & Ownership: Receive a competitive salary and benefits package and share in Arup's success through our global profit-sharing programme.

   

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective where individuality is encouraged. Our strength comes from how we respect, share, and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas. You'll have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, and to the clients and communities we serve.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to building a workplace that reflects the rich diversity of the world around us. We actively promote a culture of inclusion where everyone feels welcome, respected, and valued.

We welcome applications from talented individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, disability, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible. If you need any assistance or adjustments, please visit our Candidate Support page for contact information and assistance. We're happy to help.

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