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Technical Designer II Jobs in Charlottesville, VA at GROPEN INC
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About us
Gropen, Inc., is a full-service, custom fabrication, architectural signage, and graphics firm in Charlottesville, VA.
For over 40 years we have developed a reputation for quality products and superior results. Our clients, both locally and nationally, include architects, landscape architects, real estate developers, park administrators, hospitals, and universities, for whom we provide smart, innovative, and effective solutions. We strive to maintain a friendly, supportive culture for people who want to work, learn, and enjoy what they do. This position offers opportunities for involvement in diverse project types and professional advancement in a team-oriented, dynamic culture.
What we’re looking for
2-4 years of industrial design and technical drawing experience with a portfolio showcasing impactful and diverse projects (signage, wayfinding, branding, and experiential graphics projects a plus)
Comfort with working on a large design team and cross-functionally (project management, business development, fabrication, and installation)
Ability to read and comprehend architectural plans
High-level understanding of geometry and building practices
Experience in 3D software and the Adobe Creative Suite is required
Understanding of design principles, typography, color theory, spatial relationships, and materiality in the context of environmental design
Strong communication and presentation skills
Candidates must show the drive and initiative to stay up to speed on their software skills and new techniques/methods
Candidates must have a growth mindset
Ability to lead by example
Strong problem solver and ability to pivot in the moment
Knowledge of ADA requirements is a plus
The perks!
Full-time salaried position
Competitive salary compensation based on experience
Paid holidays and PTO
Affordable health, dental, and vision insurance
401k plan
Monday-Friday, no weekends
Career growth opportunities
Responsibilities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Develop design solutions that align with clients’ objectives
Ownership of projects from ideation to implementation
Collaborate with project managers, fabrication, and installation teams to ensure project success
Execute complex design solutions with precision, attention to detail, and a deep understanding of materials and fabrication techniques
Exhibits enthusiasm, passion, flexibility, and excitement in this work and working with their peers both in the office and in the field
Proactively seeks opportunities to increase knowledge, skills, and abilities
Willingness to lean in and help in all areas of the design team both in the office and in the field
Assumes positive intent in their peers and leaders
Proactively seeks feedback and continually improves their performance
Goal oriented
Work well within ambiguity and can operate in high-pressure situations
Resourceful and learns quickly
Consultive in nature while having the ability to share their point of view both internally and externally
High technology and innovative aptitude
Has a multi-disciplinary mindset and shows flexibility in tasks
Translates and helps create technical layouts into digital art files ready for production
How you’ll make a difference
Participate in all project phases, including conceptual designs, presentations, schematic design, design development, construction documents, and production. Collabor…
Title: Technical Designer II
Company: GROPEN INC
Location: Charlottesville, VA
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