Manufacturing Designer / Engineer

Atec Signs Inc.; Brampton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & dental benefits

Long-term disability

Health Spending Account

Paid time off

Mobile phone stipend

Equipment support

Mentorship from leadership

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Atec Signs Inc. is seeking a Manufacturing Designer or Engineer to join our design team in Brampton, leading production-ready drawings for custom signage projects. You will mentor junior designers and collaborate with engineers to turn complex concepts into actionable plans.

This leadership role requires strong AutoCAD or Fusion skills, a background in construction or signage, and the drive to push design boundaries while meeting project timelines and supporting company growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction, ideally signage or related custom work.
• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD or Fusion (production-ready drawings).
• Experience mentoring or leading teams and delivering under deadlines.
• Strong communication across teams.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed, production-ready drawings for signage projects using AutoCAD/Fusion.
• Mentor junior designers and lead design efforts within the team.
• Collaborate with Professional Engineers to translate concepts into actionable plans.
• Improve design workflows to boost efficiency and support company growth.
• Stay current with industry trends and technologies.

Skills

Design leadership

Mentoring

Team collaboration

Communication

Ownership

Education

Engineering or Industrial Design degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Fusion 360

Job description

Atec Signs Inc. is a well established and fast-growing leader in the custom signage industry, specializing in large-format video boards, custom signage solutions, directional wayfinding packages, and comprehensive brand identification signage.

With a team of over 45 professionals, we deliver innovative and high-quality solutions for unique projects across Canada. Our company is at a pivotal stage of growth, and we’re looking for a Manufacturing Designer or Engineer to step into a leadership position within the design department, helping to drive our future success.

Position Overview

About Atec Signs Inc.

Atec Signs Inc. is a well established and fast-growing leader in the custom signage industry, specializing in large-format video boards, custom signage solutions, directional wayfinding packages, and comprehensive brand identification signage.

With a team of over 45 professionals, we deliver innovative and high-quality solutions for unique projects across Canada. Our company is at a pivotal stage of growth, and we’re looking for a Manufacturing Designer or Engineer to step into a leadership position within the design department, helping to drive our future success.

Position Overview

We’re seeking a highly skilled person with thorough Manufacturing and Construction experience to tackle complex design challenges and contribute to our custom signage projects.

This role is key to our continued growth and innovation. You’ll create detailed, production-ready engineering drawings using AutoCAD or Fusion, ensuring our production team can meet project deadlines. You’ll also mentor junior manufacturing designers and collaborate with the team to turn complex concepts into actionable plans.

We need someone with a strong Engineering aptitude, eager for growth, development and ready to join a team to make an impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Design Leadership: Produce detailed, production-ready engineering drawings for custom signage projects using AutoCAD, ensuring accuracy and feasibility.
• Team Participation: Help guide and develop junior designers, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation.
• Collaboration: Work with Professional Engineers to translate complex design concepts into practical plans.
• Process Improvement: Enhance design workflows to boost efficiency and support company growth.
• Innovation: Stay current with industry trends and technologies to keep Atec at the forefront of custom signage design.

Qualifications

• Experience within the Construction world, ideally in signage, manufacturing, or a related field with custom work.
• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD or Fusion.
• Ability to create production-ready drawings for unique custom projects.
• Experience mentoring or leading teams, with a passion for developing talent.
• Ability to excel in high-pressure, deadline-driven environments with creative solutions.
• Eager to work at a senior level, take ownership, and push custom design boundaries.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate across teams and bring ideas to life.
• A degree in Engineering or Industrial Design is preferred, but extensive experience can substitute.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay, based on your expertise and impact.
• Health, dental, and long-term disability benefits, including a Health Spending Account and paid time off.
• Mobile phone stipend, equipment support, and mentorship from senior leadership.
• Opportunity to help shape the manufacturing department and grow with a rising company.
• Work on unique projects that challenge and reward your skills.
• Join a passionate team dedicated to quality and innovation.

Schedule

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed