Production Drafter - Sign Industry

Signtech Electrical Advertising, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with up to 20% Company Match

Full Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, LTD

Generous Paid Time Off & Holidays

Job summary

Signtech Electrical Advertising, Inc. in San Diego is hiring a Sign Detailer / Engineer to use SolidWorks in creating custom signage. This full-time position offers a competitive hourly rate of $26–$35, which translates to approximately $54K–$72K annually, in addition to bonuses. Responsibilities include drafting fabrication drawings, programming CNC files, and collaborating with teams to realize designs. Benefits include a full benefits package, 401(k) with company match, and generous paid time off. Join us to see your work come to life!

Qualifications

• 2+ years in signage, metal fabrication, or related detailing/engineering.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural plans.
• Skilled in SolidWorks and CAD.

Responsibilities

• Draft detailed fabrication/shop drawings.
• Program CNC router files using EnRoute.
• Build 3D assemblies in SolidWorks.
• Collaborate with design, fabrication, and install teams.
• Select materials and fastening methods according to specifications.

Skills

SolidWorks

CNC programming

Technical problem-solving

Detail-oriented mindset

Tools

CAD

CorelDRAW

LED Wizard

Neon Wizard

FlexiSIGN

Job description

Now Hiring in San Diego: Sign Detailer / Engineer ($26–$35/hr. DOE) – Put your SolidWorks skills to work creating custom signs seen across the United States and beyond!

Sign Detailer / Engineer – Custom Signage

$26–$35/hr. (Depending on Experience) | Full-Time | San Diego, CA

Turn Your Designs Into Reality

Do you love the idea of seeing your shop drawings and CNC files become full-scale, illuminated signs for brands everyone recognizes? At Signtech, you’ll do exactly that. From national banks to restaurants and retail, we build fast, custom, and proudly in-house — and we’re looking for someone ready to be a key part of our engineering team.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Competitive Pay: $26–$35/hr. (DOE) — equivalent to $54K–$72K+ annually, plus bonuses.
• 401(k) with up to 20% Company Match – unmatched in our industry.
• Full Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, LTD.
• Generous Paid Time Off & Holidays.
• Work on Projects You’ll Actually See in the Real World (check out our portfolio).

What You’ll Do

• Draft detailed fabrication/shop drawings.
• Program CNC router files (EnRoute).
• Build 3D assemblies in SolidWorks that bring custom signage to life.
• Collaborate closely with design, fabrication, and install teams.
• Select materials & fastening methods to meet specs and code.
• Adjust drawings as needed from the field or permitting.

What You Bring

• 2+ years in signage, metal fabrication, or related detailing/engineering.
• Strong SolidWorks skills (this will be central to your role).
• Skilled in CAD and CNC programming.
• Familiarity with CorelDRAW, LED Wizard, Neon Wizard, and FlexiSIGN is a plus.
• Strong technical and mechanical problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural plans.
• Eye for detail and a true team-first mindset.

The Details

Location: San Diego, CA (On-site, Monday–Friday)

Full-Time, Steady Schedule

Work on custom projects — not cookie-cutter production

Ready to use your SolidWorks expertise to create signs people can’t miss? Apply today and help us build something that lasts.