Junior Designer

Urban Umbrella; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company at the forefront of urban design as a Junior Designer. This exciting role blends technical design with visual communication, allowing you to contribute to high-profile construction and branding projects. You will assist in creating innovative scaffolding systems that redefine public spaces, ensuring safety and enhancing visibility. With opportunities for growth and collaboration within a dynamic team, this position offers a unique chance to make a significant impact in urban infrastructure. If you are passionate about design and eager to engage in both office and fieldwork, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

401(k)

Health & Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field required.
• Proficiency in CAD software is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing Urban Umbrella installations for projects.
• Produce visualizations for client proposals and internal planning.

Skills

CAD Software

Graphic Communication

Organizational Skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's in Architecture

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Rhino

MicroStation

SketchUp

Job description

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Salary: Competitive, based on experience and qualifications

Benefits: 401(k), Health & Dental insurance, Vision insurance, Flexible spending account,Paid time off

Urban Umbrella is at the forefront of urban design, best known for its premium sidewalk scaffolding that has reimagined the streets of NYC and other metropolises. Our scaffolding has benefited commercial real estate owners, tenants, and their customers by reducing construction disruption, promoting pedestrian safety, and increasing commercial visibility. With nearly a decade of experience, our designs and the Urban Umbrella brand itself has reached far beyond construction and into premium events, hospitality, outdoor media and a wide range of custom signage design. Join us as we chart the future of public space.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Junior Designer with a background in architecture, engineering, or industrial design to support our Head of Product in designing Urban Umbrella scaffolding systems for high-profile construction and branding projects. This role blends technical design, visual communication, and field coordination, providing exposure to product development, construction operations, and client-facing presentations. This is an in-person role based in Midtown Manhattan.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and detailing of Urban Umbrella installations for construction and special event projects.
• Produce high-quality renderings and visualizations for client proposals and internal planning using Rhino or similar tools.
• Conduct site visits to ensure field conditions match design intent and verify compliance with safety and performance standards.
• Collaborate with sales, project management, and estimating teams to deliver timely design documentation and client-facing visuals.
• Support the Head of Product in drafting and refining product innovations and custom system applications.
• Coordinate across departments to manage rendering timelines, presentation formats, and technical requirements.
• Maintain detailed project files, design archives, and template libraries.
• Occasionally travel to domestic and international project sites as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Civil or Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Proficiency in CAD software such as AutoCAD, Rhino, MicroStation, or SketchUp.
• Strong graphic and visual communication skills.
• Willingness to engage in both office-based design work and on-site field support.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated with a collaborative mindset.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in Rhino 3D modeling and rendering workflows.
• Familiarity with structural systems and construction documentation.
• Understanding of NYC sidewalk shed regulations (Chapter 33) or related codes.
• Experience preparing presentation-quality visuals for external stakeholders.
• Work at the intersection of design, safety, and urban infrastructure.
• Collaborate with an agile and innovative team redefining public space.
• Gain hands-on exposure to product design, field execution, and client presentation.
• Participate in high-profile projects across real estate, retail, and construction sectors.
• Opportunity for growth within a rapidly scaling company.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Construction

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