Technical Designer

Pattison ID; Central Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading signage company is seeking a Technical Designer in Central Ontario to develop detailed 2D and 3D technical drawings using AutoCAD and Revit. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of experience, demonstrating excellent spatial reasoning and problem-solving skills. The role offers a hybrid work model and various benefits, including health and dental coverage, paid holidays, and a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Generous Paid Time Off Policy

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits

401K Plan with Company matching

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in Revit and/or AutoCAD is essential.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a Technical Designer role.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed 2D and 3D technical drawings.
• Create accurate bills of materials and cutting lists for production.
• Collaborate with sales, design, engineering, and production teams.

Skills

Revit expertise

AutoCAD expertise

Problem-solving skills

Spatial reasoning

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Industrial Design, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Who We Are

Pattison ID helps companies deploy their identity for maximum consistency, engagement and impact across physical and digital branded environments.

Our Solutions

We offer architectural, signage, digital services, and maintenance solutions. As one of the largest companies in our industry, with 6 manufacturing facilities, 8 sales and operations offices, and over 1,000 employees across the US and Canada, Pattison ID is committed to offering a culture where team members can achieve their unique career ambitions, while embodying our Core Values of Innovation, Delight, Dependability, Involvement and Drive.

Essential Functions: What you’ll do

• Develop detailed 2D and 3D technical drawings using AutoCAD and Revit based on design concepts, field surveys, and project specifications.
• Create accurate bills of materials (BOMs) and cutting lists for production.
• Collaborate closely with the sales, design, engineering, and production teams to ensure designs are optimized for manufacturing efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Interpret architectural plans, client specifications, and engineering requirements to develop appropriate solutions.
• Identify and resolve design conflicts or technical challenges proactively.
• Ensure all designs comply with relevant building codes and industry standards.
• Manage and organize design files, ensuring version control and accessibility.
• Participate in design reviews and provide technical input and recommendations.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest software advancements, materials, and manufacturing techniques in the sign industry.

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in Revit and/or AutoCAD is essential. Please highlight your specific experience with these software platforms in your application.
• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Industrial Design, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Technical Designer or similar role.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes.
• Excellent spatial reasoning and ability to visualize complex 3D structures from 2D drawings.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in all work.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and a proactive approach to challenges.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency with other design software is a plus.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly required to sit and use hands to operate telephone, type and operate computer and mouse.

• The employee is frequently required to talk, hear, and bend and twist neck.
• The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and rarely lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision.

What We Offer

• 11 paid holidays
• 1 Paid Floating Holiday to recognize a special day of significance to you
• Generous Paid Time Off Policy
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
• 401K Plan with Company matching
• Hybrid Work Model
• On the job training and development
• Collaborative and Inclusive work environment

Pattison ID operates independently within The Jim Pattison Group, headquartered in Vancouver, and comprised of over 605 locations worldwide. The Jim Pattison Group is broadly based across the automotive, media, packaging, food sales and distribution, magazine distribution, entertainment, export, and financial industries.