Journeyman Electrician (Lighting Specialist - Mobile)
Actalent
Job Title: Journeyman Electrician (Lighting Specialist - Mobile)
Job Description
A Lighting Specialist is a professional responsible for evaluating and designing NEC lighting solutions for outdoor settings, including residential, commercial, and industrial customers. Expertise in lighting technology, design principles, and energy efficiency are desirable.
Responsibilities
+ Collaborate with internal partners and vendors to develop pricing for lighting proposals and design prints and material lists for construction after successful sales.
+ Create customized lighting plans to electrically serve NEC designs that meet aesthetic and functional requirements.
+ Partner with sales and vendors to recommend and specify appropriate lighting fixtures, lamps, and controls.
+ Perform voltage drop calculations to determine optimal wire, cable, and breaker/fuse loading as per NEC.
+ Ensure that lighting designs comply with relevant codes, standards, and regulations.
+ Provide cost estimates for lighting projects and work within budget constraints.
+ Create detailed lighting plans, technical drawings, and specifications for contractors and installers.
+ Stay updated on the latest lighting products, technologies, and trends.
+ Conduct on-site evaluations to assess existing lighting conditions.
+ Collaborate with electrical engineers, contractors, and other professionals to ensure seamless implementation.
+ Incorporate smart lighting systems, automation, and controls to enhance user experience.
Essential Skills
+ A Journeyman License in the State of Alabama is required.
+ Experience in lighting design and implementation in residential, commercial, or industrial settings.
+ Comprehensive understanding of the NEC code book.
+ Proficiency in AutoCAD or Blue Beam, and other relevant design tools.
+ Excellent communication skills - both verbal and written.
+ Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
+ Experience in athletic field lighting and interstate lighting is desirable.
+ Comprehensive understanding or the ability to learn lighting principles, photometrics, and lighting controls.
+ Meticulous attention to detail for precise calculations, layouts, and specifications.
+ Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary project teams and stakeholders.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Mobile, AL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $42.00/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 Mobile,AL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Feb 13, 2026.
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.
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