Entertainment Lighting Engineer (Dammam)

About the role

Musco’s Entertainment Lighting Team is seeking an experienced Lighting Engineer to join its Dammam office. The successful candidate will translate client visions into sophisticated lighting solutions for live entertainment events.

Key responsibilities

• Engage directly with clients to capture creative and technical requirements.
• Design, program, and engineer entertainment lighting systems, including control interfaces and user experiences.
• Provide technical support for the maintenance and calibration of theatrical fixtures, lasers, and related technologies.
• Troubleshoot complex issues on‑site to ensure optimal performance during events.
• Create 3D lighting simulations and pre‑visualization renderings to illustrate designs before deployment.
• Collaborate with the sales team to produce high‑quality demo content and presentations.

Required profile

• 2‑ or 4‑year degree in Computer Science, Lighting Design, Theater Lighting, or a related field.
• 3‑5 years of hands‑on experience in lighting design, programming, or operation.
• Fluent written and verbal communication in English and Arabic.
• Strong organizational abilities and capacity to manage multiple projects under pressure.

Required skills

• Proficiency with DMX, sACN, Artnet and other lighting protocols.
• Experience with lighting consoles such as GrandMA, Hog, Eos, and Mosaic Designer.
• Knowledge of ETC hardware/software.
• Advanced use of design tools: VectorWorks, WYSIWYG, Capture, Unreal Engine or equivalent pre‑visualization software.
• Familiarity with web programming, networking, and scripting for system customization.
• Hands‑on expertise in lighting design, programming, and operation.