Senior Designer

**Responsibilities** · Design and prepare detailed electronic working plans, charts and/or scale drawings for railings and architectural projects from observation, measurements, sketches and specifications. · Produce detailed drawings and specifications using dedicated computer software to produce design specifications, including parts lists and cost information. · Work closely with both the Project Manager and Fabrication Manager to select cost effect materials and construction techniques. · Creating custom railing designs from Elevation sketches and incorporate custom railing drawings into tool palettes. · Make basic computations to determine layout of charts, strength of materials and requirements for structural design. · Organize and maintain a design and digital file database for each project. · Provide technical guidance and direction to staff in the interpretation and implementation of specifications and requirements and the procurement and use of design files. · Prepare electronic layouts, charts, detailed scale drawings, and material and equipment requirements from sketches, specifications, and standard layouts provided. · Revise computer-aided designs and plans to comply with modified specifications made during actual construction. · Interface with departmental personnel to obtain details of equipment and materials requirements. · Brainstorm as part of a team or developing design concepts using computer-aided design, and other traditional design tools. · Review plans and writing technical reports to meet project specifications. · Complete documentation packages and produce drawing sets. · Employ problem-solving strategies and find solutions to product design issues. · Successfully carry out assignments on project design teams. · Facilitate and ensure the quality of design, drawings and graphic work produced within the team. · Perform other related duties as required. **Qualifications (Knowledge & Skills)** · Experience: 5+ years of design experience in the architectural or structural steel industry, or a related field is preferred. · Education: A post-secondary degree or diploma in Architecture, Engineering, or a related technical discipline is considered an asset. · Able to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications. · Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office (excel, word, etc.) · Effective verbal and listening communications skills. · Excellent organization and project management skills, including the ability to multitask in a fast-paced product development environment. · Time management skills, ability to multi-task, and have excellent organizational skills. · Ability to work in a team environment with a minimum of supervision. **Benefits** • Competitive salary with an annual pay increase •Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance • 401(k) with company match on 6% •Paid time off, including holidays and vacation. •Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) for long-term wealth building. •Annual Performance Bonus Program •Employee Discounts •Tuition Reimbursement •Paid Parental Leave •HSA Contributions •EAP Program •Referral Bonus