We are seeking a Signage Design Engineer to produce fabrication-ready shop drawings for architectural and electrical signage projects. This role requires strong structural drafting and electrical layout design skills to ensure fabricators, installers, and inspectors have clear and accurate documentation.
You will transform client-approved mockups into detailed blueprint packages that comply with UL/NEC codes and local permitting requirements. This is a remote, long-term opportunity with a fixed US-based schedule.
Responsibilities:
- Develop comprehensive shop drawing packages: plan, elevation, section, and detail views
- Convert client mockups into fabrication-ready drawings
- Provide structural details: material callouts, welding, wind load, and footing requirements for pylons and freestanding signs
- Create electrical layouts: LED placement, wiring runs, power distribution, conduit specifications, and load calculations
- Prepare exploded diagrams, material schedules, mounting/footing details, and UL notes
- Coordinate with engineers for stamped drawings when required
- Support project managers and fabrication teams with technical clarifications
Requirements:
- Experience as a Sign Designer, Draftsman, or Design Engineer in the signage industry
- Proficiency in AutoCAD (SolidWorks or CorelCAD a plus)
- Knowledge of signage materials (steel, aluminum, ACM, acrylic, vinyl, LEDs)
- Understanding of fabrication and installation for channel letters, pylons, and architectural signage
- Familiarity with UL/NEC codes and local permitting requirements
- Ability to prepare blueprint packages and wiring diagrams
- Detail-oriented, reliable, and deadline-driven
- Strong communication skills for remote collaboration
Compensation & Schedule:
- $10 USD/hour
- Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM CST/CDT
- Remote position
- Benefits: Paid US Holidays + 2 weeks PTO
Skills: AutoCAD, SolidWorks/CorelCAD (optional), electrical layout, structural drafting, blueprint creation, signage materials, UL/NEC compliance, local permitting knowledge, attention to detail, communication