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At Werner, we’re more than an electrical distributor — we’re a community that empowers people to grow, innovate, and truly make a difference. Our culture celebrates individuality, encourages creativity, and values each person’s voice; creating a space where you can be yourself, connect with others, and build a meaningful career. We believe in balance and flexibility, so you can thrive both professionally and personally. Together, we can make an impact and build something exceptional for our customers, families, communities, and each other.
Job Summary
The Lighting Designer develops lighting and lighting control solutions that support customer projects and business growth. Working closely with customers, contractors, architects, engineers, manufacturers, and internal sales teams, this role creates lighting layouts, photometric analyses, controls designs, and product recommendations. The Lighting Designer serves as a technical resource throughout the project lifecycle, helping deliver innovative, code-compliant, and cost-effective lighting solutions that support customer satisfaction and project success.
Essential Functions
- Develop interior and exterior lighting layouts utilizing approved lighting design software.
- Create photometric calculations and lighting analyses to ensure proper illumination levels and compliance with applicable codes and recommended practices.
- Design lighting control layouts and assist with development of control sequences of operation.
- Prepare fixture schedules, design documents, calculations, and supporting project documentation.
- Review blueprints, specifications, floor plans, and customer requirements to develop complete lighting solutions.
- Evaluate plans and specifications and propose alternate products and value-engineered solutions when appropriate.
- Modify and revise designs as project scope or customer requirements change.
- Partner with Account Managers and customers to understand project requirements and identify lighting solutions that meet performance, schedule, and budget objectives.
- Recommend lighting products, controls, and systems based on application needs and customer goals.
- Answer technical questions related to lighting applications, controls, energy efficiency, and product performance.
- Support customer presentations and lighting design reviews.
Required Qualifications
- Associate degree or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Technology, Architectural Design, Interior Design, Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or related field.
- 2-4 years’ relevant working experience in lieu of a degree.
- Demonstrated experience using lighting design software.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and blueprints.
- Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office applications.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
Preferred Qualifications
- Three or more years of lighting design, electrical design, construction, or related experience.
- AGi32 certified highly preferred.
- Experience with AutoCAD or related drafting software.
- Experience with lighting controls and connected building technologies.
- Knowledge of IES recommended practices and energy code requirements.
- Experience supporting commercial, industrial, healthcare, education, or municipal projects.
- LC (Lighting Certified) credential or other lighting-related certifications.
Company Overview
Founded in 1948, Werner has grown from a small appliance store in downtown Neenah, WI into an award-winning employer and leading electrical distributor with 12 branch locations in Wisconsin and Upper-Michigan. Headquartered in Appleton, WI, we provide electrical, lighting, network, process, and inventory management solutions for a diverse group of industrial and construction customers. We are a growing, privately-held company with over 450 employees who uphold a family culture built around exceptional customer service. As a recent New North Workplace Excellence Award winner, we’re dedicated to the continuous improvement of our people, products, and services to ensure the long-term success of our employees and customers. Apply today and find out why we’re a “Great Place to Work.”
Employee Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
- Paid holidays, vacation, personal, and sick days
- Pet Insurance
- Identity Theft Protection
- Accident Insurance & Critical Illness Coverage
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Annual bonuses and merit increases based on performance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Wellness Programs
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
- Career Development & Leadership Training
- Paid Parental Leave
Werner is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
