REMOTE Sign Design Draftsperson

Shelby American, Inc.; Owings Mills (MD); Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in signage production seeks a Sign Design Draftsperson to create fabrication drawings for both interior and exterior signage. The ideal candidate will have experience in design software and a strong attention to detail. Join a rapidly growing team that values financial stability and offers numerous advancement opportunities in a state-of-the-art facility.

Benefits

Health Care

401k

Vacation and Sick Time

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of signage or fabrication/constructional engineering experience required.
• Ability to create drawings from sketches and measurements.

Responsibilities

• Produce fabrication drawings for various types of signage.
• Generate layouts and production files based on customer content.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Omega Composer

FlexiSign

SketchUp

Adobe Creative Suite

AutoCAD

Job description

Description

Position Summary

The Sign Design Draftsperson will produce fabrication drawings for exterior signage (freestanding, wall-mounted, illuminated, non-illuminated), interior signage (of all varieties, including but not limited to: dimensional logos/letters, ADA signage, POP displays, tradeshow/exhibit spaces) from design intent drawings.

Requirements

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Based on customer supplied content and message schedules create layouts, proofs and production files
• Generate and revise drawings and /or documentation related to signs as required
• Produce production-ready art, vinyl, and CAD router files for shop releases
• Coordinate with all aspects of sign making process to meet internal and external deadlines and take a leading role in driving production

Qualifications

• Experience with Omega Composer, FlexiSign, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite or comparable industry programs
• Understanding of electrical systems enough to light and power illuminated, programmable or LED screen-enabled signs
• Understanding of structural design and the mechanics of assembling and installing dimensional, architectural and illuminated signage.
• Ability to create drawings from sketches, measurements, marked up prints and technical surveys
• Ability to import and export file types to and from various graphics and production programs
• Detail-oriented and organized with the ability to handle multiple projects
• Excellent organizational, management, and communication skills; written, verbal, and listening
• Experience with AutoCAD is not necessary, but helpful
• Experience with signage and electrical permitting requirements, especially in the state of Maryland would be helpful
• Experience with ADA standards a plus
• Work independently with and without supervision

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required
• 3-5 years of signage or fabrication/constructional engineering experience required

Computer Skills

• Solid understanding of computers, data entry, internet searches, the Microsoft Office suite and email applications
• Experience with Omega Composer, FlexiSign, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite or comparable industry programs
• Experience with ERP System a plus

Other Qualifications

• Ability to pass a background check
• Ability to write effective correspondence to customers and coworkers
• Vision abilities required by this job include being able to see clearly at 20 inches or less, distinguish colors, and adjust focus
• Mathematical abilities required by this job include reading a ruler, calculating simple costs, and other basic mathematical skills

Job Competencies

• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills
• Committed to company mission and values
• Flexible and willing to adapt to change

Why Work for Strategic Factory?

Financial stability. Start with a competitive base salary and earn promotions based on positive performance and measurable results.

Massive advancement opportunities. Join a rapidly growing company that’s poised to double in size in the next three years.

Gorgeous work environment. Have you seen our building? Work alongside skilled professionals in our state-of-the-art facility.

Strategic benefits. Our comprehensive package includes health care, 401k, vacation and sick time, paid holidays, and other unique benefit options.

Uber-talented team members. Prepare to be inspired as you work alongside the very best and brightest talent the industry has to offer.

Engaging company culture. We may work hard, but we play hard, too! We host a variety of fun, team building activities throughout the year.

Strategic Factory is an Equal Opportunity Employer