Junior Graphics & UI Designer

Ainsworth; Surrey; Hybrid; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in asset maintenance seeks a Junior Graphics & UI Designer to develop intuitive graphical interfaces for building automation systems. Collaborating closely with engineers and technicians, the position requires a strong grasp of web-based design principles and proficiency with Adobe Suite. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, hybrid working models, and opportunities for growth within the company.

Benefits

Comprehensive health, dental, and medical coverage

Wellness support

Generous vacation time

Employee discounts

Service milestones and peer recognition

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of web-based design, layouts, and iconography.
• Proficient in Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator).
• Effective communication and teamwork skills required.

Responsibilities

• Read mechanical drawings to produce Graphical User Interfaces.
• Design visual solutions and create graphics for sales support.
• Identify inefficiencies in graphics creation and enhance usability.

Skills

Web-based design

Layouts

Iconography

Communication

Teamwork

Design visualization

Attention to detail

Customer relations

Tools

Adobe Suite

HTML/CSS

3D modeling/rendering

Job description

Join the Ainsworth team today! If you thrive in a team-oriented workplace that challenges your skills, drives your career development, embraces diversity, and rewards innovation—along with offering competitive pay and great employee programs—consider applying with us.

Position Summary:

The Junior Graphics & UI Designer collaborates with project teams to develop graphical interface screens for building automation system operator workstations. The role involves understanding and representing various systems such as 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 project, organizing graphics and data in an intuitive manner.

Responsibilities:

• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, shop drawings, and controller databases to produce Graphical User Interfaces.
• Create visual graphics to support the sales department when needed.
• Communicate with customers and service teams to enhance UI usability.
• Identify inefficiencies in graphics creation and develop solutions to improve efficiency.
• Work independently or coordinate with team members to complete projects on schedule.
• Design visual solutions that are cost-efficient.
• Organize information from multiple sources and communicate with teams or customers for clarity and accuracy.
• Design new graphical assets to improve information display when necessary.
• Utilize basic programming logic or scripts to create dynamic data displays and user interactions.

Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of web-based design, layouts, and iconography.
• Proficiency with Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator).
• Basic knowledge of HTML/CSS is a plus.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to quickly visualize and implement design solutions cost-effectively.
• Experience with 3D modeling/rendering and image editing (Photoshop) is advantageous.
• Strong visual design sense and understanding of digital design fundamentals.
• High attention to detail.
• Excellent time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Good customer relations skills.
• Own reliable transportation to visit sites.

Why work at Ainsworth (a GDI company)?

Ainsworth is experiencing rapid growth. We provide benefits from day one, including comprehensive health, dental, and medical coverage, wellness support, and generous vacation time.

We offer rewards such as service milestones, peer recognition, employee discounts, and incentives. Our flexible hybrid working models support work-life balance.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, fostering a workplace where everyone belongs. Opportunities for promotion are available within the company.

We value all applications; only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We encourage qualified members of designated groups to apply, as we are committed to accommodating all applicants as per our Accommodation Policy.

Ainsworth is a comprehensive multi-trade company, dedicated to delivering high-quality products and services in asset maintenance and refurbishment. Join us and make a difference!

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