• Lighting Controls Specialist

    Actalent (Elkridge, MD)


    Job Title: Lighting Controls Specialist

    Job Description

    As a Lighting Controls Specialist, you will play a pivotal role as a project coordinator, collaborating with both internal and external teams to ensure the success of lighting controls projects. You will serve as the technical subject matter expert on all lighting controls manufacturers, working closely with the sales staff to specify appropriate products for project drawings and generating system drawings. Additionally, you will manage factory resources to ensure projects remain on timeline and coordinate orders between customers and factories.

    Responsibilities

    + Serve as a technical subject matter expert on all lighting controls manufacturers.

    + Work with outside sales staff to specify appropriate products for project drawings.

    + Generate and compile project system drawings and create Bluebeam drawings for customer approval.

    + Manage factory resources to ensure project specifications and bids stay on timeline.

    + Coordinate orders between customers and factories.

    + Read and interpret electrical drawings, one-line diagrams, lighting layouts, and control risers.

    + Interface with lighting designers, architects, engineers, and electrical contractors during construction and commissioning phases.

    + Perform system upgrades, firmware updates, and maintenance on installed systems.

    + Document all system settings, programming, and wiring for turnover packages and service support.

    + Educate and train end users, facilities staff, or building owners on system operation and best practices.

    + Maintain compliance with applicable energy codes and local regulations.

    + Program control systems and user interfaces for optimal performance and user experience.

    + Troubleshoot low-voltage circuits, networked systems, and control interfaces.

    Essential Skills

    + Proficiency in AutoCAD and Blue Beam.

    + Understanding of basic concepts of electricity and electrical troubleshooting.

    + Ability to read electrical drawings, one-line diagrams, and similar construction documents.

    + Strong time management and prioritization skills.

    + Effective communication skills with Electrical Distributor, Electrical Contractor, Consulting Engineer.

    + Ability to read and interpret lighting layouts, control risers, wiring diagrams, and submittal packages.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + 2-5 years of technical experience in an electrical, field service technician, or audio/visual or telecommunications installer role.

    + Willingness to learn basic lighting concepts and control protocols.

    + Basic understanding of Ethernet networking and network topologies.

    + Experience in telecommunications, audio/visual integration, or building automation is beneficial.

    + Familiarity with OASIS, AGI32, and/or Revit is a plus.

    Work Environment

    The role involves splitting time between the office and work sites, with 25-50% travel to Maryland, Northern Virginia, and Washington D.C. During the first six months, travel is minimal, but includes a week-long training in Chicago with expenses covered. The position is based in a small engineering firm focused on designing and commissioning control systems for buildings, primarily lighting controls. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Candidates must be comfortable working at active construction sites, moving up and down ladders, and wearing personal protective equipment (PPE).

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Elkridge, Maryland.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $31.25 - $36.06/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Elkridge,MD.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Oct 20, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.