About the role
Description
Position Summary
While working as a signage engineer, you 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
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Based on customer and project manager supplied content and message schedules create CAD-type drawings, layouts and production files using designated software tools
Generate and revise drawings and /or documentation related to signs, as required by permit offices or internal fabrication and installation teams
Produce production-ready art for us by the internal fabrication teams and the equipment (router files, channel letter bender files, brakeform equipment, etc.)
Coordinate with all aspects of sign making process to meet internal and external deadlines and take a leading role in driving pre-production and production
Requirements
Qualifications
Minimum of five years of experience in the fabricated and architectural signage space.
Experience with 3D design tools – Sketchup is absolutely preferred, but other AutoCAD type experience will be considered.
Experience with Omega Composer, FlexiSign, Adobe Creative Suite or comparable industry programs
Understanding of electrical systems 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.
Understanding of structural design and municipal design requirements including wind-load calculations, load paths, attachment methods, material characteristics, dynamic loads and structural redundancy.
Ability to review, read and understand technical drawings, building plans, architectural drawings and blueprints.
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 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
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 3D design tools – Sketchup is absolutely preferred, but other AutoCAD type experience will be considered.
Experience with Omega Composer, FlexiSign, Adobe Creative Suite or comparable industry programs
Experience with ERP systems 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
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Physical demands
While performing the duties of this job, one is frequently required to sit a desk and work on computer desktops. Additionally, one is regularly required to stand for prolonged periods of time. The associate is regularly required to walk, stoop, and bend over and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Work environment
While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly exposed to noise typical of an office environment such as printers, computers, and phones operating.
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