Lighting Subject Matter Expert

SYSTRA is one of the world's leading engineering and consultancy groups specialising in public transport and sustainable mobility. With over 10,300 employees, SYSTRA's mission is to design safe and sustainable transport solutions to bring people together, develop social inclusion and facilitate access to employment, education and leisure throughout the world.

For 65 years, the Group has been working alongside cities and regions to contribute to their development by creating, improving and modernising their infrastructure and transport systems, throughout the life cycle of their projects. SYSTRA is involved from the earliest stages of design through to the testing, deployment and maintenance phases. The company provides all its services in over 80 countries worldwide and generates 74% of its turnover internationally. With its new services, SYSTRA supports its clients and partners in their digital, ecological and energy transition, in order to invent the mobility of tomorrow.

Context

The Lighting SME oversees the design, specification, and installation of road and public area lighting systems. This role involves ensuring compliance with safety standards, energy efficiency, and aesthetic requirements from pre-construction through installation, commissioning, and the DLP. This position is to be based in Riyadh, KSA.

Missions/Main Duties

• Review, develop, and optimize lighting design concepts for all project phases.
• Ensure compliance with local and international lighting codes and standards (e.g., IESNA, CIE).
• Advise on selection of lighting fixtures, controls, and associated electrical infrastructure.
• Conduct reviews and approvals of shop drawings, method statements, and material submittals.
• Supervise installation and commissioning of lighting systems.
• Perform night trials and verify lighting performance against design expectations.
• Support resolution of lighting issues during DLP and conduct final inspections.
  
  

Profile/Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Lighting Design, or equivalent.
• Minimum 15 years of experience on large-scale road or infrastructure lighting projects.
• Proficient in lighting calculation and simulation software (e.g., Dialux, Relux).
• Knowledge of smart lighting solutions and energy-efficient technologies.
• Excellent communication and reporting skills.
  
  

Systra is an equal opportunities company; this position is open to all applicants.