Applied Playground Designer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Canada.

📋 Description

• Create tailored play equipment, 3D foundational plans, and engaging design visuals

• Develop construction drawings and layouts for the installation of playgrounds

• Utilize Enscape for rendering models and manage lighting along with material settings

• Assist in the development and upkeep of both 2D and 3D assets for the standard product lineup

• Oversee the maintenance of SketchUp and Rhino libraries

• Optimize components and reduce file sizes for efficient high-performance modeling

• Convert 3D models between Rhino, SketchUp, and SolidWorks while ensuring functionality

• Collaborate on groundbreaking custom playground projects from the design phase through to installation

⛳️ Requirements

• Over 5 years of experience in SketchUp modeling, dynamic components, metadata application, and resolving complex modeling issues

• Proficient in Rhinoceros 3D modeling and capable of exporting to various formats

• Highly skilled in InDesign and Illustrator

• Proficient in vector-based art creation and rapid design iterations

• Ability to navigate AutoCAD layers and transfer files between CAD and Illustrator

• Exceptionally organized with a keen attention to detail and effective time management skills

• Passionate about play, inclusive design, and child development

• Familiarity with Google Suite is a plus

• Previous experience in project management is advantageous

• Submit a cover letter, resume, and portfolio

🏝️ Benefits

• Profit sharing and performance bonuses

• Opportunities for employee share ownership (ESOP) after one year of service

• Six-week sabbatical granted after 14,000 hours worked

• Tuition reimbursement to support ongoing education

• Comprehensive health and dental benefits

• Flexible working hours with hybrid options to promote work-life balance

• Company-sponsored events

• Casual dress policy