Description
design standards
folder setup
fixture scheduling
agi32 modeling
cad renderings
data management
The Design Specialist is responsible for foundational design support, project data preparation, and accurate workflow management to enable efficient work by senior Designers. Their work will enable success for the design team, and develop themselves as professional designers.
- Ensure all design packets meet Design Specialist documentation standards prior to handoff
- Set up project folders, naming conventions, and design files using established standards
- Identify missing or unclear information using the standardized intake checklist and escalate when needed
- Support overall consistency and quality within the design library
- Update marked PDFs for internal review and coordination
- Proactively asks clarifying questions and escalates issues appropriately.
- Build basic fixture schedules for assigned projects
- Review architectural files, site photos, and project documents for completeness and clarity
- Apply simple design edits based on redline instructions, such as fixture shifts, note updates, or part-number changes
- Model existing lighting infrastructure in AGi32
- Sort, tag, and maintain field photos by space type or installation considerations
- Complete pre-submission checklists to confirm required files and design components
- Produce lighting-specific 3D CAD renderings and layouts
- Identify potential design-impacting site conditions and escalate when appropriate
- Deliver accurate and organized design outputs appropriate to the Design Specialist scope
- Produce initial layout markups on floor plans to support downstream design tasks
- Enter initial project data and maintain status updates throughout the design workflow
Requirements
autocad
bluebeam
agi32
bachelor's
2-3 yrs
initiative
This position will be based in-person in our Downtown Vancouver, WA office.
A valid, insurable driver's license is required.
PEC is not able to provide sponsorship for work visas. All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis.
Employment with PEC is contingent upon completing a drug & background screen.
- Able to take initiative and use critical thinking skills to ensure handoff projects are completed correctly.
- Competency in relevant design tools (AGI32 basics, Bluebeam, AutoCAD, or internal tools).
- Experience working in energy efficiency preferred but not required
- 2 to 3 years of relevant experience
- Strong organization and attention to detail.
- Comfortable working within project management systems.
- Shows initiative in learning and supporting process improvements.
- Ability to follow structured workflows and SOPs accurately.
- Understanding of lighting basics.
- Ability to identify file gaps or inconsistencies using checklists.
- AutoCAD, or similar design software experience required
- Experience in lighting industry, preferred but not required
- Works well with Design Specialist 2 and Proposal Specialists to keep projects moving.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or design related field preferred
- Basic understanding of how to approve or disqualify audit notes with guidance.
- Ability to read simple architectural drawings and floor plans.
Benefits
If you want to spend your time doing meaningful work with a company that empowers its team members, then apply here!
The hiring range for this position is $52,000 - $66,000
PEC's commitment to providing equal employment opportunities extends to all aspects of employment, including job assignment, compensation, discipline and access to benefits and training.
- Open PTO
- Onsite gym, catered team lunches, team trips, the list goes on..
- Health, Vision, Dental Insurance covered 90%
- 4% 401k Matching with no vesting schedule
- Annual Gain Share Bonus (up-to 10%)
Training + Development
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