Technical Designer

Duncan-Parnell Inc.

The Role

Overview

Designs and manages technical production of custom signage from concept to fabrication.

Key Responsibilities

  • design development
  • shop drawings
  • site surveys
  • vendor coordination
  • project tracking
  • material spec

Tasks

-Serve as a liaison for technical projects, focusing on organization, documentation, and client needs -Collaborate with the sales team and clients to develop technically accurate designs for incoming projects -Coordinate with outsourced vendors, gather quote information, and submit orders -Perform site surveys and field measurements as needed -Maintain and update Job Center and track project time by branch/project -Execute/Complete assignments in a time sensitive manner -Handle phone and email inquiries regarding job status, quotes, and project updates -Lead coordination and execution of Sign Agent and ADA signage workflows -Follow ordering and PO procedures with accuracy -Communicate install schedule internally and with clients -Maintain consistent communication with team, in-office and on-site -Contribute to stretch assignments (e.g., ADA estimating/pricing, custom orders, process improvements) -Shop Drawing Development, focusing on fabrication-ready design -Apply knowledge of sign fabrication processes to specify appropriate materials, substrates, and construction methods for each signage application

Requirements

  • adobe illustrator
  • photoshop
  • cad tools
  • microsoft office
  • bachelor's degree
  • multi-tasking

What You Bring

-Emphasis on complex, custom, and detail-oriented signage (e.g., ADA packages, fabricated & illuminated signs) -Competent in Microsoft Office products, basic computer skills -Strong work ethic -Able to multi-task/simultaneously work on multiple projects -Proficient in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, Sign Agent & CAD Tools is a plus -Organized with meticulous attention to detail & accuracy -Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience -Excellent verbal and written communication skills -Familiarize with and interpret scope of work documents, including architectural plans, elevations, and sign location plans to ensure design accuracy and code compliance -Team Player – works well independently and with coworkers -Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

-401(k) Retirement Plan -Medical and dependent care FSA or HSA -Medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance available -PTO and Holidays -Paid Parental Leave

The Company

About Duncan-Parnell Inc.

-Evolved across three generations into a leading AEC technology provider. -Built dealer relationships with brands like Trimble, HP, Canon, DJI, and YellowScan, integrating hardware, software, and field training. -Typical projects include supplying GNSS survey systems, UAV mapping packages, plotters for construction plans, and custom signage for industrial and commercial jobsites. -Maintains service and rental centers alongside print and signage shops, offering in-house maintenance and wide-format printing. -Remains a family-owned independent, combining deep AEC tech expertise with hands-on service, bridging legacy drafting roots with modern geospatial and print solutions.

Sector Specialisms

Construction

Engineering

Surveying

Architecture

Design

Reprographics

Geospatial

Laser Scanning

Mapping

Land Development