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Assistant Lighting Designer Jobs in Riverside, CA

PacSun

Designer - Women's Graphics (Apparel)

Anaheim, CA · On-site

$80K - $93K/yr

Manage, direct and coordinate assistant designers work flow and daily duties. Work with vendors and ... Ability to work in open environment with fluctuating temperatures and standard lighting. * Ability ...

Kimley-Horn

Electrical Engineer

Orange, CA · On-site

$115K - $150K/yr

Expected to assist in mentoring, training, and growing a team to expand our electrical engineering ... Experience in lighting designs and photometrics using AGI32, or equivalent * Comfortable ...

Kimley-Horn

Electrical Engineer

Orange, CA

$115K - $150K/yr

Expected to assist in mentoring, training, and growing a team to expand our electrical engineering ... Experience in lighting designs and photometrics using AGI32, or equivalent * Comfortable ...

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As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for assistant lighting designer in Riverside, CA is $25.69, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.05 and $29.86 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an assistant lighting designer?

An Assistant Lighting Designer supports the Lighting Designer in planning, setting up, and executing lighting for theatrical productions, concerts, events, or film and television. They assist with preparing lighting plots, selecting equipment, programming lighting consoles, and coordinating with other production team members. Their role ensures that the lighting design is properly implemented, troubleshooting technical issues, and making adjustments as needed during rehearsals and performances.

What does an assistant lighting designer do?

As an Assistant Lighting Designer, your daily activities may include helping to draft lighting plots, creating paperwork, attending production meetings, and assisting with the setup and focus of lighting fixtures. You’ll regularly collaborate with Lighting Designers, stage managers, electricians, and other production staff to ensure the lighting plan is executed accurately. During rehearsals and performances, you may troubleshoot technical issues and update design documents as needed. The role can be both creative and hands-on, often requiring flexibility to accommodate rehearsal schedules and production deadlines.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be an assistant lighting designer?

To thrive as an Assistant Lighting Designer, you need a solid understanding of lighting design principles, basic electrical knowledge, and often a degree in theatre, production, or a related field. Familiarity with lighting design software like Vectorworks, AutoCAD, and lighting control systems (such as ETC or GrandMA) is commonly required. Strong collaboration, problem-solving abilities, and excellent communication skills help you work effectively with designers, directors, and technical crews. These skills are crucial for translating creative visions into safe, technically feasible lighting solutions on time and within budget.

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Lighting Designer / Application Engineer

ATG Electronics, L.L.C.

Montclair, CA • On-site

$65 - $90/hr

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 2 days ago

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Job description

ATG LED Lighting is a leading manufacturer of high-performance, energy-efficient LED luminaires and lamps for commercial, industrial, and infrastructure applications. Since 2001, ATG has pioneered LED retrofit technology — including the first Type C LED T8 tubes — and today offers a full line of indoor and outdoor products, from architectural area and flood luminaires to troffers and high-bays. With six U.S. distribution centers and industry-leading 10-year warranties on many products, ATG is one of the most trusted suppliers for both renovation and new construction projects.

The Role

We are seeking a Lighting Designer with strong AGI32 skills to support our sales team, rep agencies, and distributor partners with photometric layouts and application engineering. You will turn project requirements into accurate, code-compliant lighting designs that help win projects — from warehouse high-bay retrofits to parking lot, area, and flood layouts. This is a hybrid role combining in-office collaboration with remote flexibility.

What You’ll Do
  • Produce photometric layouts and point-by-point calculations in AGI32 for indoor and outdoor commercial/industrial projects
  • Recommend optimal fixture selection, quantities, mounting heights, and spacing from ATG’s product line to meet target light levels and budgets
  • Ensure designs comply with IES recommendations and applicable energy codes (e.g., footcandle targets, uniformity, BUG ratings, Title 24/ASHRAE 90.1)
  • Support sales, rep agencies, and distributors with fast-turnaround layouts, revisions, and design documentation for bids and submittals
  • Prepare professional deliverables: layout drawings, calculation summaries, fixture schedules, and energy-savings comparisons for retrofit proposals
  • Interpret architectural drawings, CAD files, and site plans; work in AutoCAD as needed for backgrounds and exports
  • Maintain and organize ATG photometric files (IES files) and coordinate with product management on new product data
  • Assist with DLC listings and utility rebate documentation where photometric data is required
  • Train sales team members and rep partners on lighting design basics and design request best practices
What You’ll Bring
  • 2+ years of lighting design or application engineering experience, preferably with an LED lighting manufacturer, rep agency, or engineering firm
  • Proficiency in AGI32 is required; experience with Visual, DIALux, or ElumTools a plus
  • Working knowledge of AutoCAD and ability to work from architectural/site drawings
  • Solid understanding of photometrics: footcandles, uniformity, distribution types, BUG ratings, and IES files
  • Familiarity with IES standards and energy codes (ASHRAE 90.1, IECC, Title 24) preferred
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple design requests with quick turnarounds
  • Clear communicator, comfortable supporting salespeople and customers
  • Bachelor’s degree in architectural engineering, electrical engineering, or related field preferred; LC (Lighting Certified) credential a plus
  • Salary $65,000–$90,000, commensurate with experience
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Ongoing product and software training

ATG LED Lighting is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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