Lighting Controls Applications Specialist in Houston

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Lighting Controls Applications Specialist

Peterson Scharck & Associates (PSA) – Systems & Controls Team

Location: Houston, TX (In-Office)

Job Type: Full-Time

The Opportunity

Join one of the fastest-growing segments of the commercial lighting industry. As a Lighting Controls Applications Specialist at PSA, you will be the technical backbone of our Systems & Controls Team. This role is perfect for a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a collaborative, high-energy sales culture and enjoys the challenge of turning complex engineering drawings into functional, code-compliant control systems.

Primary Responsibilities

• System Design & Documentation: Create comprehensive lighting control submittals and construction sets using AutoCAD and Bluebeam, ensuring all designs meet the project’s specific sequence of operations.
• Analysis & Take-offs: Review engineering drawings and specifications to perform accurate material take-offs and design-intent assessments.
• Quoting & Project Tracking: Produce timely, accurate quotations and maintain up-to-date documentation through project changes.
• Compliance & Expertise: Maintain a deep understanding of IECC, ASHRAE, and Title 24 energy codes, as well as the latest manufacturer product lines.
• Project Communication: Utilize Basecamp to log all communications and project updates, ensuring seamless teamwork.

What You Bring to the Team

• Technical Proficiency: Advanced skills in AutoCAD, Revit, and Bluebeam Revu.
• Electrical Knowledge: A solid grasp of basic electrical systems in commercial applications and the ability to interpret complex electrical schematics.
• Code Expertise: Familiarity with modern energy codes that drive lighting control design.
• Soft Skills: Exceptional time management, self-motivation, and the ability to communicate effectively in a fast-paced sales environment.

Compensation & Benefits

PSA offers a comprehensive compensation package commensurate with your experience, designed to be highly competitive within the Houston market.

• Health & Dental Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Life and Accident Insurance
• Occasional Travel for exclusive manufacturer training events.

Company DescriptionPeterson Scharck & Associates is a leading lighting and lighting controls manufacturer's sales representative located in Houston, TX. Our mission is to provide the best value in lighting and lighting controls systems solutions to the design and construction community in the greater Houston and Southeast Texas region. We do this by combining our industry leading architectural and commercial brands with the expertise and creative talent of our professional staff to transform our clients' challenges into practical and affordable solutions which achieve both design and performance intent.Company DescriptionPeterson Scharck & Associates is a leading lighting and lighting controls manufacturer's sales representative located in Houston, TX. Our mission is to provide the best value in lighting and lighting controls systems solutions to the design and construction community in the greater Houston and Southeast Texas region. We do this by combining our industry leading architectural and commercial brands with the expertise and creative talent of our professional staff to transform our clients' challenges into practical and affordable solutions which achieve both design and performance intent.