Interior Design Engineer Jobs in Chicago, IL (NOW HIRING)

Are you looking for an opportunity to do challenging, creative work that makes a real impact? Would you like to be part of a company that respects individual contributions and thrives on collaboration? Do you love to win? Then consider joining Wight & Company. We're a nationally recognized, award-winning architecture, engineering, and construction firm known for a dynamic company culture that fosters innovation and challenges the status quo, and we're looking for a talented professional to join our team.

Wight & Company is seeking a talented and motivated Interior Designer with 6+ years of professional experience to join our collaborative, multidisciplinary practice. This role involves leading interior architecture projects from early concept through construction, delivering thoughtful, functional, and inspiring environments that align with client goals, technical requirements, and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead interior architectural design across all project phases, including programming, conceptual design, design development, construction documents, and construction administration.
• Develop space plans, interior architectural details, material and finish palettes, furniture selection, specifications, and procurement.
• Collaborate closely with clients, architects, engineers, consultants, and contractors to deliver integrated design solutions.
• Serve as a client-facing team member by understanding project goals, managing expectations, and clearly communicating design concepts and recommendations.
• Coordinate and produce high-quality drawings and specifications using Revit and related tools.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable codes, regulations, and industry standards.
• Conduct site visits and support construction administration activities.
• Manage schedules, budgets, and deliverables; contribute to quality control reviews
• Mentor and support junior staff as appropriate.
• Adapt to project needs by contributing in both leadership and support roles while maintaining strong collaboration and design quality

Background & Experience Expectations

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Interior Architecture, Interior Design, or Architecture
• 6+ years of professional experience in an architecture or interior architecture firm
• Licensure as an Interior Designer or Architect (or ability to obtain licensure) preferred
• LEED AP, WELL AP, or similar sustainability/wellness credentials are valued.
• Strong design sensibility balancing aesthetics, function, and constructability
• Advanced proficiency in Revit; familiarity with AutoCAD and Adobe Creative Suite
• Excellent communication, presentation, and collaboration skills
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects
• Experience across civic project typologies such as municipal/government, emergency/safety, community/recreation center.

Salary Range: $83,000 - $95,000. Individual pay will be based on several factors including experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant.

Wight & Company offers excellent benefits and a wonderful work environment. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, flexible spending, paid holidays, paid time off, and a 401(k). Our flexible work schedule allows for a healthy work-life balance. For more information about our company, visit our website at www.wightco.com.

Wight & Company is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetics, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Wight & Company values diversity in our workforce. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, and promoting people with disabilities and veterans. If you need an accommodation to assist with completing the electronic application, please call us at 630.969.7000 and ask to speak with a Human Resources representative.

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