Structural Designer, Signage

Position Summary

While working as a Structural Designer, you will produce fabrication drawings for exterior signage (freestanding, wall‑mounted, illuminated, non‑illuminated) and interior signage of all varieties—including dimensional logos/letters, ADA signage, POP displays, and tradeshow/exhibit spaces—based on design intent drawings.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Based on customer and project manager supplied content and message schedules, create CAD‑type drawings, layouts, and production files using designated software tools.
• Generate and revise drawings and/or documentation related to signs, as required by permit offices or internal fabrication and installation teams.
• Produce production‑ready art for internal fabrication teams and equipment (router files, channel‑letter bender files, brakeform equipment, etc.).
• Coordinate with all aspects of the sign‑making process to meet internal and external deadlines, taking a leading role in driving pre‑production and production methods.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of experience in the fabricated and architectural signage space.
• Experience with 3D design tools – SketchUp preferred; other AutoCAD‑type experience considered.
• Experience with Omega Composer, FlexiSign, Adobe Creative Suite, or comparable industry programs.
• Understanding of electrical systems to light and power illuminated, programmable, or LED screen‑enabled signs.
• Understanding of structural design and the mechanics of assembling and installing dimensional, architectural, and illuminated signage.
• Knowledge of municipal design requirements, including wind‑load calculations, load paths, attachment methods, material characteristics, dynamic loads, and structural redundancy.
• Ability to review, read, and understand technical drawings, building plans, architectural drawings, and blueprints.
• Ability to create drawings from sketches, measurements, marked‑up prints, and technical surveys.
• Ability to import and export file types to and from various graphics and production programs.
• Detail‑oriented and organized with the ability to handle multiple projects.
• Excellent organizational, management, and communication skills (written, verbal, and listening).
• Experience with signage and electrical permitting requirements, especially in Maryland (helpful).
• Experience with ADA standards (a plus).
• Ability to work independently with and without supervision.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.
• Signage or fabrication/constructional design experience required.
• Solid understanding of computers, data entry, internet searches, the Microsoft Office suite, and email applications.
• Experience with ERP systems (a plus).
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Ability to write effective correspondence to customers and coworkers.
• Vision abilities: see clearly at 20 inches or less, distinguish colors, and adjust focus.
• Mathematical abilities: reading a ruler, calculating simple costs, and other basic math skills.

Job Competencies

• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Committed to company mission and values.
• Flexible and willing to adapt to change.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, you will frequently be required to sit at a desk and work on computer desktops. You will also be regularly required to stand for prolonged periods, walk, stoop, and bend over, and occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds.

The work environment is typical of an office setting, with regular exposure to noise from printers, computers, and phones.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with promotion opportunities based on performance and measurable results.
• Massive advancement potential as the company is poised to double in size over the next three years.
• State‑of‑the‑art facility offering a gorgeous work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health care, 401(k), vacation and sick time, paid holidays, and other unique options.
• Opportunity to work alongside skilled, uber‑talented professionals.
• Engaging company culture with fun team‑building activities throughout the year.