Structural Designer

Job summary

Design commercial signage and develop detailed, production-ready shop, fabrication, and structural drawings, including appropriate materials, supports, mounting methods, and connections. Coordinate with fabrication, CNC, production, engineering, and installation teams to resolve site conditions, revisions, and potential build or installation issues.

Job details

Job Title: Sign Designer / Structural Designer Location: Grimsby, Ontario Job Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire Work Location: In Person Relocation: No relocation Assistance Salary: $30.00–$42.00 per hour Job Overview We are seeking an experienced Sign Designer / Structural Designer with strong structural, fabrication, and drafting knowledge to join our team in Grimsby. This is not strictly a graphic design position. We are looking for someone who understands how commercial signs are engineered, fabricated, assembled, and installed and can create accurate, practical, production-ready drawings. The ideal candidate will have a strong combination of design, structural understanding, fabrication knowledge, and attention to detail. Key Responsibilities Design commercial signage including pylon signs, channel letters, illuminated signs, wall signs, sign cabinets, and custom structures. Create detailed shop drawings, fabrication drawings, sections, details, and production drawings. Develop structural concepts for large and complex signage projects. Determine appropriate aluminum and steel framing, supports, mounting methods, and connections. Prepare accurate dimensions, material specifications, and fabrication details. Design with fabrication, CNC production, assembly, transportation, and installation in mind. Work closely with fabrication, CNC, production, and installation teams. Review site conditions and develop practical mounting and structural solutions. Prepare drawings suitable for engineering review and approval when required. Identify potential fabrication or installation issues before projects reach production. Support the transition from sales and design concepts into accurate, production-ready drawings. Coordinate design changes and revisions with internal teams, fabricators, and installers. Qualifications & Experience Experience in commercial sign design, structural fabrication, architectural metals, or a closely related industry. Strong understanding of aluminum and steel fabrication. Knowledge of welded structures, framing, mounting systems, and mechanical connections. Understanding of structural loads and practical structural design principles. Proven experience creating detailed shop and fabrication drawings. Strong proficiency with relevant design and drafting software. CorelDRAW and/or EnRoute experience is an asset. CNC manufacturing experience is an asset. Knowledge of illuminated signage, LEDs, acrylic/polycarbonate, and aluminum sign construction is an asset. Ability to communicate effectively with fabricators, production teams, engineers, and installers. Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently. What We're Looking For We are looking for someone who thinks beyond how a design looks and understands how it will actually be built and installed. You should be comfortable considering: How will this be fabricated? How will the structure be supported? How will it be mounted? Are the materials and connections appropriate? Can the shop fabricate it efficiently? Can the installers safely and practically install it? Are the drawings clear enough for production? If you have a strong combination of design ability, structural knowledge, fabrication experience, and practical problem-solving skills, we would like to hear from you. Benefits include: Casual dress Dental care Extended health care On-site parking RRSP matching

What you’ll do

Design commercial signage and develop detailed, production-ready shop, fabrication, and structural drawings, including appropriate materials, supports, mounting methods, and connections. Coordinate with fabrication, CNC, production, engineering, and installation teams to resolve site conditions, revisions, and potential build or installation issues.

Requirements

Candidates should have experience in commercial sign design, structural fabrication, architectural metals, or a related field, with strong knowledge of aluminum and steel fabrication, structural principles, and detailed drafting. Proficiency with relevant design and drafting software is required; CorelDRAW, EnRoute, CNC manufacturing, and illuminated signage experience are assets.

Benefits

• Casual Dress
• Dental Care
• Extended Health Care
• On-Site Parking
• RRSP Matching

Listed skills

• Software · Preferred
• Production · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Organization · Preferred
• materials · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Health · Preferred
• Teams · Preferred
• Sales · Preferred
• Graphic Design · Preferred
• Time · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Commercial Sign Design
• Structural Design
• Shop Drawing
• Fabrication Drawing
• Aluminum and Steel Fabrication
• Structural Loads
• Welded Structures
• Framing and Mounting Systems
• Mechanical Connections
• CNC Manufacturing
• CorelDRAW
• EnRoute
• Illuminated Signage
• LED Signage
• Production-Ready Drafting
• Fabrication and Installation Coordination

Job areas

• Engineering
• Manufacturing
• Art & Design
• Trades
• Construction

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