Graduate Design Engineer

Reference: DesignLNG_1771519654

Lighting Design Assistant
Location: Lancing area (BN15)
Salary: £27,000 rising to £28,000 after probation

A growing specialist engineering and lighting manufacturer based in the Lancing area is seeking a Lighting Design Assistant to join its office-based team. This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate or junior candidate looking to begin their career within design and engineering, with clear opportunities for progression into more technical roles.

The Role
Reporting to the Design/Engineering team, the Lighting Design Assistant will support the production of lighting calculations, quotations and general office coordination, assisting projects from initial enquiry through to order processing.

Key Responsibilities
* Produce lighting calculations using Relux/Dialux software (full training provided)
* Assist in preparing quotations using Sage
* Support client liaison via telephone and email
* Interpret basic technical drawings and project specifications
* Provide general administrative support to the design and sales teams
* Assist with document preparation using Adobe software where required

This is not an exhaustive list and responsibilities may evolve as business needs change.

What We're Looking For
* Graduate or A-Level qualified candidate (Engineering, Design, Architecture or similar preferred)
* Interest in engineering, technical design or lighting
* Experience with Adobe Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) desirable
* CAD knowledge beneficial but not essential
* Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
* Good communication skills and professional telephone manner
* Efficient, proactive and able to manage workload effectively
* Able to commute to the Lancing (BN15) area

Working Hours
* Full-time, permanent position
* Monday to Friday: 08:00 - 16:30 (flexibility available)
* Office-based role

What's On Offer
* £27,000 starting salary
* Increase to £28,000 upon successful completion of 6-month probation
* Excellent opportunity for career progression within a growing business
* Training provided on specialist lighting software
* Supportive team environment with long-term development potential

Ready to Apply?
To apply, please send your CV to Aastha Khurana at:
📧 a.khurana@proactiveglobal.com
📞 01753 978 791 for more information.

Alternatively, you can apply directly to this advert.


Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

£25,000.00 - £28,000.00
Per annum
GBP25000 - GBP28000 per annum

West Sussex

Permanent

Added 19/02/2026
Reference: DesignLNG_1771519654

Graduate Design Engineer

West Sussex
Permanent

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