Lighting Engineer - CMB2161e

Cumbria; England; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in the UK is seeking a Lighting Engineer to oversee lighting design proposals, manage budgets, and lead capital investment programmes. The successful candidate will have relevant qualifications and experience with lighting design software, along with strong communication and project management skills. Opportunities for flexible working are available.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Flexible working

Qualifications

• Understanding of BS7671.
• Experience in lighting design.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical advice on lighting design proposals.
• Lead the delivery of lighting capital investment programmes.
• Administer procurement frameworks with budget management.

Skills

Communication skills

Project management skills

Education

Relevant degree or NVQ Level 5

Tools

AutoCAD

Lighting design software

Job description

Position Details

Contract: Permanent

Salary: £47,181 to £48,226 per annum

Hours: 37 hours per week

Location: Cumberland

Role Overview

Join Cumberland Council as a Lighting Engineer and play a key role in shaping the safety and sustainability of our highways and public spaces. The role provides technical advice and expertise, taking responsibility for the review of lighting design proposals from external consultants. You’ll lead the delivery of lighting capital investment programmes and administer procurement frameworks, with responsibility for a budget of up to £2 million.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical advice and expertise on lighting design proposals.
• Review external consultant proposals for compliance with BS7671.
• Lead the delivery of lighting capital investment programmes.
• Administer procurement frameworks and manage a budget up to £2 million.
• Coordinate with the Place Sustainable Growth and Transport Directorate.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree or NVQ Level 5 in an appropriate discipline.
• Understanding of BS7671.
• Experience with AutoCAD and lighting design software.
• Strong communication and project management skills.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development and flexible working across the county.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

We are a proud Disability Confident Leader and an Age Friendly Employer. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

Please let us know if you need reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment process by emailing [e-mail].

Guaranteed Interviews

The following applicants are guaranteed an interview as long as they demonstrate they meet essential criteria for the role:

• Disabled as defined by the Equality Act 2010.
• In care or left care and aged 24 and under.
• Armed forces veterans whose last long‑term substantive employer was the armed forces.

Contact

For more information or to arrange an informal chat prior to your application, please contact by email at [e-mail].

Application Information

• Closing date: 05/01/2026
• Interview date: 28/01/2026

Note this role may close early subject to demand. If you’re interested in applying, you should apply well before the advised closing date. We cannot accept applications once the role has closed.