Signtech

Production Drafter - Sign Industry

San Diego, CaliforniaFull-time
$26 - $35 hourly
About the Job
Now Hiring in San Diego: Sign Detailer / Engineer ($26–$35/hr. DOE) – Put your SolidWorks skills to work creating custom signs seen across the United States and beyond!
Sign Detailer / Engineer – Custom Signage
$26–$35/hr. (Depending on Experience) | Full-Time | San Diego, CA

Turn Your Designs into Reality:
Do you love the idea of seeing your shop drawings and CNC files become full-scale, illuminated signs for brands everyone recognizes? At Signtech, you’ll do exactly that. From national banks to restaurants and retail, we build fast, custom, and proudly in-house — and we’re looking for someone ready to be a key part of our engineering team.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:
We don’t just offer a job — we offer a career where you can grow, create, and make an impact.
  • Competitive Pay: $26–$35/hr. (DOE) — equivalent to $54K–$72K+ annually, plus bonuses.
  • 401(k) with up to 20% Company Match – unmatched in our industry.
  • Full Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, LTD.
  • Generous Paid Time Off & Holidays.
  • Work on Projects You’ll Actually See in the Real World (check out our portfolio).

What You’ll Do:
  • Draft detailed fabrication/shop drawings.
  • Program CNC router files (EnRoute).
  • Build 3D assemblies in SolidWorks that bring custom signage to life.
  • Collaborate closely with design, fabrication, and install teams.
  • Select materials & fastening methods to meet specs and code.
  • Adjust drawings as needed from the field or permitting.

What You Bring:
  • 2+ years in signage, metal fabrication, or related detailing/engineering.
  • Strong SolidWorks skills (this will be central to your role).
  • Skilled in CAD and CNC programming.
  • Familiarity with CorelDRAW, LED Wizard, Neon Wizard, and FlexiSIGN is a plus.
  • Strong technical and mechanical problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to read and interpret architectural plans.
  • Eye for detail and a true team-first mindset.

The Details:
Location: San Diego, CA (On-site, Monday–Friday)
Full-Time, Steady Schedule
Work on custom projects — not cookie-cutter production

Ready to use your SolidWorks expertise to create signs people can’t miss? Apply today and help us build something that lasts.