Design Specialist

Are you a self-motivated, difference maker with a growth mindset? If you answered yes, then we’re excited to hear from you.

We’re looking for a Design Specialist to join our Product Development team here at PEC (Pacific Energy Concepts), but, before we dive into the nitty-gritty, we’d love to tell you a bit about us.

We’ve been around for over 16 years and are an innovative, growing company that’s making a significant, industry-wide impact. We work hard, laugh hard, and create truly amazing things together. Our core values- Build to Last, Do the Right Thing, Play to Win, and Push the Envelope, aren’t the typical empty talking points you’ll find floating around, they’re fundamental to the people we are and the people we hire. Our mission is impact, and our energy- efficiency solutions yield results that advance our clients’ businesses on a larger scale.

We’re North America’s most innovative energy optimization company. We deliver customized energy-efficiency solutions (like LED, advanced controls, Energy Monitoring, and EV Charging Stations) that go beyond energy savings, helping our partners "run efficient, save money, and work happy" all while reducing their carbon footprint.

With deep knowledge of the energy-efficiency industry, we are experts in designing, developing, and deploying targeted solutions in complex and specialized environments. This is why brands like Costco, IKEA, Jeld-Wen and Alaska Airlines (to name a few of the 5000+ companies we work with) put their trust in us.

The Job

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.

This position will be based in-person in our Downtown Vancouver, WA office.

The hiring range for this position is $62,000 - $78,000

Job Duties 

• Set up project folders, naming conventions, and design files using established standards
• Enter initial project data and maintain status updates throughout the design workflow
• Review architectural files, site photos, and project documents for completeness and clarity
• Identify missing or unclear information using the standardized intake checklist and escalate when needed
• Produce lighting-specific 3D CAD renderings and layouts
• Deliver accurate and organized design outputs appropriate to the Design Specialist scope
• Build basic fixture schedules for assigned projects
• Work toward meeting established timelines and service-level expectations
• Produce initial layout markups on floor plans to support downstream design tasks
• Update marked PDFs for internal review and coordination
• Model existing lighting infrastructure in AGi32
• Apply simple design edits based on redline instructions, such as fixture shifts, note updates, or part-number changes
• Sort, tag, and maintain field photos by space type or installation considerations
• Identify potential design-impacting site conditions and escalate when appropriate
• Complete pre-submission checklists to confirm required files and design components
• Ensure all design packets meet Design Specialist documentation standards prior to handoff
• Support overall consistency and quality within the design library
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or design related field preferred.
• 2 to 3 years of relevant experience.
• AutoCAD, or similar design software experience required.
• Experience in lighting industry, preferred but not required.
• Experience working in energy efficiency preferred but not required.

Technical

• Understanding of lighting basics.
• Ability to read simple architectural drawings and floor plans.
• Competency in relevant design tools (AGI32 basics, Bluebeam, AutoCAD, or internal tools).

Operational

• Strong organization and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow structured workflows and SOPs accurately.
• Comfortable working within project management systems.
• Able to take initiative and use critical thinking skills to ensure handoff projects are completed correctly.

Quality & Accuracy

• Ability to identify file gaps or inconsistencies using checklists.
• Basic understanding of how to approve or disqualify audit notes with guidance.
• Commitment to producing clean, consistent documentation.

Communication & Collaboration

• Proactively asks clarifying questions and escalates issues appropriately.
• Works well with Design Specialist 2 and Proposal Specialists to keep projects moving.
• Shows initiative in learning and supporting process improvements.

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.

Benefits

A few of the perks of working at PEC

Working with some of the best and brightest in energy-efficiency comes with lots of perks. We’re a collaborative bunch who are passionate about our work and devoted to the well-being of our fellow team members. We offer some of the best benefits around and we think you’ll be impressed!

• Gain Share Bonus (up-to 10%)
• 4% 401k Matching with no vesting schedule
• Health, Vision, Dental Insurance covered 90%
• Open PTO
• Onsite gym, catered team lunches, team trips, the list goes on…

*Quick moment to brag -- we were recently highlighted by Inc. Magazine in their 2025 Best Places to Work list. Check us out at: Inc Best Workplaces

If you want to spend your time doing meaningful work with a company that empowers its team members, then apply here!

PEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, providing equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals.

Employment with PEC is contingent upon completing a drug & background screen.

We recruit, hire and promote into all job levels the most qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital or family status, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state and local laws.

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.