Lighting Designer Jobs in Chennai Interior Design Firm

📋 Job Description

Jobzi is sourcing qualified candidates for Lighting Designer positions in Chennai's private Interior Design Firm sector. This is a full-time opportunity with a reputed Interior Design and Decor employer in Chennai offering competitive salary, structured growth, and a professional work environment. Tamil communication skills are preferred alongside English for professional and business interaction in Chennai.

📌 Key Responsibilities

• Design interior lighting schemes for residential and commercial projects covering ambient, task, and accent lighting layers.
• Prepare lighting layout plans in AutoCAD showing fixture positions, circuit zones, and dimmer control areas.
• Specify light fixtures including downlights, cove lights, pendant lights, and linear LED profiles for each project.
• Perform lux and lumen calculations using DIALux or Relux to validate lighting adequacy for each space.
• Coordinate with electrical contractors and site supervisors for accurate light point and switch placement.
• Present lighting concept and mood boards to clients and designers illustrating the proposed lighting atmosphere.
• Review project sites at night and under controlled conditions to fine-tune dimmer levels and fixture aiming.

🎓 Qualifications and Requirements

• B.Des in Interior Design or Electrical Engineering background with 1 to 4 years of interior lighting design experience.
• Proficiency in DIALux or Relux for lighting calculation and layout validation.
• Strong knowledge of interior lighting types including LED downlights, linear profiles, pendants, and decorative fixtures.
• Experience preparing lighting plans in AutoCAD with circuit zone markings and dimmer control notations.
• Understanding of energy-efficient lighting principles and BEE star rating compliance for commercial projects.
• Good aesthetic sensibility for light layering, colour temperature selection, and accent lighting composition.
• Ability to coordinate with electrical contractors and interior designers for integrated lighting execution.
• Good Tamil and English communication skills for team coordination and client interaction in Chennai.

✅ Required Skills