Playground CAD Designer & 3D Visualization Expert

Adventure Playground Systems; Texas; On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventure Playground Systems in Houston, TX seeks a CAD designer to develop 2D/3D AutoCAD presentations for exciting play structures. You will support sales with renderings, layouts, and marketing visuals, collaborating with a small design team in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has an Associate's degree in drafting or design, 2+ years AutoCAD experience, and familiarity with Adobe Design Suite. CPSI certification within 18 months is required.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in drafting or design preferred.
• 2+ years of AutoCAD design experience.
• Experience with Adobe Design Suite preferred (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be punctual and professional.
• Motivated self-starter with strong organizational skills.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work.
• Completion of CPSI certification within 18 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Fulfill design requests by completing 2D design, quote, and 3D design for each request.
• Design 3D structures, components, and blocks in AutoCAD and 3D MAX.
• Create and maintain a database of 3D AutoCAD blocks, templates, and presentation templates.
• Develop knowledge of product database and services.
• Prepare and modify manufacturing and construction plans in AutoCAD.
• Communicate professionally with sales team and customers.
• Administrative documentation of project updates/designs and product database.
• Prepare and modify 2D layouts in AutoCAD.
• Create 3D layouts in AutoCAD and SketchUp.
• Prepare 3D renderings in 3D MAX.
• Prepare drawings, sketches, 3D models, and 2D/3D animations to support marketing efforts.
• Photoshop existing play structures for future presentations.

Skills

AutoCAD 2D/3D

SketchUp

3D MAX

Adobe Design Suite

Office/Google Apps

CPSI Certification (within 18 months)

Education

Associate's degree in drafting or design

Tools

AutoCAD

SketchUp

3D MAX

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

Job description

Adventure Playground Systems in Houston, TX seeks a CAD designer to develop 2D/3D AutoCAD presentations for exciting play structures. You will support sales with renderings, layouts, and marketing visuals, collaborating with a small design team in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has an Associate's degree in drafting or design, 2+ years AutoCAD experience, and familiarity with Adobe Design Suite. CPSI certification within 18 months is required.