Entertainment Lighting Controls Technician
At Musco, the industry-leader in sports lighting, our motto is, “We Make It Happen.” There is a can do, innovative spirit here. We are problem solvers, always up for the next challenge. While our headquarters are in Oskaloosa, Iowa, we are a global company, providing lighting solutions at stadiums, arenas and venues in more than 125 countries.
The Musco Entertainment Engineering Team is currently seeking a Entertainment Lighting Controls Technician to work out of our UK office. This position will focus on designing, implementing, and maintaining advanced lighting control systems that elevate the spectator experience in sports arenas, stadiums, and entertainment venues. You will work closely with our clients, technical teams, and on-site staff to ensure the seamless operation of our lighting control solutions. More details about the role are below.
What you will do as a Entertainment Lighting Controls Technician:
- System Design and Implementation: Collaborate with clients and internal teams to design lighting control systems that meet the specific needs of each venue, ensuring optimal performance and visual impact.
- Electrical and Electronic Expertise: Utilize your strong electrical and electronic knowledge to install and configure lighting control equipment, including fixtures, controllers, and networking components.
- Fault-finding and Troubleshooting: Identify and resolve technical issues related to lighting control systems promptly, both remotely and on-site.
- IT Networking: Work with clients and internal teams to configure and manage IT network infrastructure to facilitate seamless communication between lighting control systems and other venue technologies.
- Site Visits and Travel: Regular travel will be necessary to venues across the UK and Europe for system installation, maintenance, and client support.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate documentation of system configurations, wiring diagrams, and troubleshooting procedures, along with operation and maintenance manuals.
- Training: Provide training to on-site staff and clients on the operation and maintenance of lighting control systems.
What you need to be successful:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or a related entertainment technical field.
- Minimum of 3 years of varied experience in the entertainment industry, with a focus on lighting control systems in theatre, music, or TV production.
- Proficiency in fault-finding and diagnosing issues with lighting control equipment.
- Strong IT networking skills to ensure reliable system connectivity.
- Willingness and ability to travel to various sites in the UK and Europe as needed.
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
- Ability to work in a team, under pressure and to adapt to changing project requirements.
Other Desirable Skills:
- Experience with Office suite, Adobe Suite, 2d and 3d CAD, Sketchup, pre visualisation software
- Audio and Video equipment and related technologies.
- Lighting programming. Pharos/Mosaic, GrandMA2+3, Chamsys, Wholehog, Media servers
- Programming languages. Javascript, LUA, HTML
Who is Musco?
Musco is the global leader in sports and large area lighting solutions. We believe work should be fun – at Musco, you are part of world-class projects ranging from the London Stadium to the New Orleans Saints Mercedes-Benz Superdome to Iowa State University’s Hilton Coliseum, to major transportation hubs, to your local Little League stadium. Our Team-first culture enables us to envision, create, refine, and guarantee the best lighting systems. We are forward thinking, always striving to create the next generation of technology. A privately held company since 1976, our supportive and caring culture is based on relationships and creating value. If you’d like to work with a Team that appreciates you, and is invested in your future, Musco may be a great fit for you. The Des Moines Register has named Musco an Iowa Top Workplace recipient. Read more here.
What does Musco offer?
At Musco we offer opportunities for meaningful work at a company you can be proud of. That includes supporting learning through on-the-job experiences and options to develop and grow through different roles within your organization. We value our Team Members and support a work-life balance with flexibility for you to volunteer in your community, attend family activities, or to simply have time to do the things you enjoy.
What does Musco do?
We make a difference in your hometown and on the world stage through innovative lighting and field solutions. We do so all while working to reduce glare and protect the night sky. Musco is proud to partner with the International Dark Sky Association in offering efficient lighting solutions that help minimize light pollution. In addition, we believe helping others is a priority. If giving back is important to you, learn more about Musco’s Mini-Pitch System™ Solution in partnership with the U.S. Soccer Foundation where we’ve helped youth in underserved areas have access to more recreational opportunities.
At Musco, we make it happen and want you to be a part of it.
Join Musco where we are Team first, where possibilities come to life, and where we work on local and global solutions that matter. Together “We Make It Happen” – we invite you to apply at musco.com/careers. Stay connected with us on social media to learn more about the Musco Team.
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