Why Us?
At Reese Hackman, how we treat our employees is as important as how we treat our clients. This can be seen in the employee-centric culture we’ve built. Some of our benefits include:
- State-of-the-Art Office Facility that Offers a Collaborative and Stimulating Work Environment
- Individual Focused Mentoring Program
- Opportunity for Growth and Advancement
- 5 Weeks of Paid Time Off
- Holiday Pay
- Flex Time with Friday Afternoons Off
- Comprehensive Health, Vision & Dental Coverage
- Medical Flex-Spending Account
- Long-Term Disability Insurance
- 401K Retirement Plan
- Free Daily Lunches
- Free On-Site Fitness Center & Trainer-Led Exercise Classes
- The RH Bistro, a Place to Grab a Great Cup of Coffee or a Healthy Snack, at No Cost
- Bring Your Dog to Work Policy
- Fun Social Events and Activities for Employees
- Find out more about our Company Culture HERE.
What We Do
Reese Hackman is an engineering and consulting firm specializing in the design of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, lighting, low voltage, and telecommunications systems to enhance architecture. Whether it’s creating academic spaces to teach and learn, building a place for athletics or recreation, or designing systems to improve the lives of seniors, our goal is to “create environments for the benefit of people”.
How We Do It
At Reese Hackman, we believe that our greatest asset is our people. We are an innovative engineering firm dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive environment where every team member can thrive. Our commitment to employee mentorship and professional growth sets us apart in the industry. If you’re passionate about engineering and looking for a workplace that values your contributions and fosters your development, we invite you to apply now.
How to Apply
Interested in joining a team that values technical excellence, collaboration, and innovative design? We’d love to hear from you. Please submit your application and a brief note explaining what excites you about this role and how your experience fits to Stefanie Kyle at skyle@reesehackman.com.
To support our focus on strategic growth, Reese Hackman has an immediate opening for a talented and ambitious Lighting Designer.
Location: In-person or Remote
Experience: 3+ Years
Position Summary
Are you ready to make a meaningful impact by designing innovative lighting systems in a dynamic and collaborative environment? As a Lighting Designer at Reese Hackman, you will combine technical expertise, creative vision, and leadership skills to design innovative lighting solutions that enhance the built environment. You will play a key role in shaping design direction, fostering strong client relationships, mentoring emerging lighting designers, and ensuring design excellence across every phase of project delivery.
Responsibilities
- Support lighting design projects from concept through construction
- Design innovative and impactful lighting solutions that align with project goals and architectural intent
- Provide technical input and help maintain quality across project deliverables
- Collaborate with clients, architects, and consultants to support integrated design solutions
- Contribute to building client relationships through responsive communication and reliable project support
- Assist in mentoring junior staff and contribute to a collaborative team environment
- Evaluate existing lighting systems and develop creative, energy‑efficient renovation solutions
- Ensure code compliance and design excellence, including NEC, IES, NFPA, and energy codes
Required Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience in the design of lighting systems for commercial and institutional projects
- 2 or 4-year college degree
- Experience in the development of lighting design concepts and implementation of those concepts through all phases of design
- Strong technical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Architectural Engineering degree (ABET-accredited) with emphasis on lighting design
- Proficient in Revit
How to Apply
Interested in joining a team that values technical excellence, collaboration, and innovative design? We’d love to hear from you. Please submit your application and a brief note explaining what excites you about this role and how your experience fits to Stefanie Kyle at skyle@reesehackman.com.
Notice to Applicants
Reese Hackman is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status, or other characteristics protected by law.