Graphics UI Designer

Ainsworth Inc; Surrey; Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Medical benefits

RSP matching

Vacation

Hybrid work model

Job summary

GDI Ainsworth is seeking a Graphics UI Designer to collaborate with project teams in developing graphical interface screens for building automation operator workstations. You will work with HVAC, Hydronic, Lighting, Energy, Security and more to represent systems visually and organize graphics and data intuitively.

You will read drawings, create GUI elements, support sales visuals, and communicate with customers to improve usability.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of web-based design and iconography.
• Proficiency with Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator.
• Basic knowledge of HTML/CSS is a bonus.
• Ability to communicate and work in teams.
• Strong visual design sense and digital design fundamentals.
• High attention to detail and time management.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Experience with 3D modelling/rendering is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Read/understand drawings to produce Graphical User Interfaces.
• Occasionally create visuals to support the sales department.
• Communicate with customers and service teams to improve the usability of the UI.
• Assist in identifying inefficiencies in the graphics creation process and help develop solutions to improve efficiency.
• Work individually or coordinate with team members to quickly complete larger projects on schedule.
• Visualize and implement design solutions in a cost-efficient manner.
• Organize information from multiple sources and communicate with other teams or customers when further information is required for optimal accuracy.
• Use creative thinking to design new graphical assets when needed to improve the display of information.
• Understand the use of simple programming logic blocks or scripts to create dynamic data display and user interactions.

Skills

Web design/layout

Iconography

Adobe Photoshop/Illustrator

HTML/CSS (basic)

Team communication

Visual design fundamentals

Attention to detail

Time management

Independent work

Customer relations

Tools

Photoshop

Illustrator

Job description

Job Summary

The Graphics UI Designer works with the project teams to develop graphical interface screens for building automation system operator workstations. The role will be involved with understanding and representing a variety of systems including HVAC, Hydronic, Lighting, Energy, Security/Accessibility, and more. You will work closely with engineering technicians, service technicians, and customers to understand the visual and operational needs of each unique job and organize the graphics and data in an intuitive manner.

Key Responsibilities

• Read/understand mechanical drawings, shop drawings, and controller databases to produce Graphical User Interfaces.
• Occasionally create visual graphics to support the sales department.
• Communicate with customers and service teams to improve the usability of the UI.
• Assist in identifying inefficiencies in the graphics creation process and help develop solutions to improve efficiency.
• Work individually or coordinate with team members to quickly complete larger projects on schedule.
• Visualize and implement design solutions in a cost‑efficient manner.
• Organize information from multiple sources and communicate with other teams or customers when further information is required for optimal accuracy.
• Use creative thinking to design new graphical assets when needed to improve the display of information.
• Understand the use of simple programming logic blocks or scripts to create dynamic data display and user interactions.

Qualifications

• A strong understanding of web-based design/layouts/iconography
• A strong understanding of the Adobe Suite (Photoshop/Illustrator)
• A basic understanding of HTML/CSS is a bonus
• Ability to communicate and work in teams
• The ability to visualize and implement design solutions quickly and cost efficiently.
• 3D modelling/rendering and image editing/Photoshop experience is an asset.
• A strong, clean visual design sense with an understanding of digital design fundamentals
• High level of attention to detail
• Excellent time‑management skills
• The ability to work without supervision
• Good customer relations skills

Salary Range: CA$55,000.00 - $58,000.00 /yr

Benefits

GDI Ainsworth is growing at an unprecedented rate and to help attract and retain top talent, we provide benefits on your first day with us. We offer a wide variety of benefits including comprehensive health, dental and medical benefits, wellness supports, RSP matching and generous vacation.

Rewards: Service milestones and peer recognition plus Employee Discounts and Incentives.

Flexibility: Hybrid working models, where applicable.

Diversity: An inclusive organization that embraces diversity and belonging; work in a great team atmosphere with future potential for promotion within company.

GDI Ainsworth is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Qualified designated group members are encouraged to apply as any reasonable accommodation of qualifications will be considered as per our Accommodation Policy, available upon request.