Technical Design Lead

Description

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Grid Power Solutions is seeking a Technical Design Lead to support solar and mechanical construction projects through the development of precise technical graphics, visual documentation, and installation materials. This role combines technical drafting expertise with graphic design capabilities to clearly communicate complex wire management, tracker, and EBOS system details to engineering, procurement, project management, and field teams. The Technical Design Lead will play a critical role in maintaining visual documentation standards while supporting marketing, product, and installation resources.

• Create clean, vector-based technical illustrations from construction drawings, including wire management details, tracker components, and mechanical assemblies.
• Interpret engineering drawings, redlines, and markups to produce accurate linework, views, callouts, and technical annotations.
• Maintain consistent drafting standards including line weights, dimension styles, symbols, and documentation conventions.
• Develop simplified overview visuals and step-by-step installation illustrations for field teams.
• Collaborate with engineering, product management, and project management teams to verify technical accuracy and update drawings as designs evolve.
• Design and format installation manuals, quick-start guides, and field reference materials using standardized template systems.
• Translate technical concepts into clear visual instructions using icons, callouts, and concise supporting text.
• Prepare illustrations and diagrams optimized for print, PDF, and digital field use.
• Maintain organized libraries of reusable illustration components, symbols, and design blocks.
• Create technical product graphics, schematics, and feature diagrams for product catalogs, datasheets, and sales support materials.
• Support marketing initiatives by developing infographics and technical visuals aligned with brand standards.
• Ensure consistency in typography, color usage, and iconography across technical and marketing collateral.
• Utilize AI-assisted design tools to develop enhanced illustration workflows and improve documentation efficiency.
• Integrate CAD exports, 3D models, and digital references into illustration and documentation platforms.
• Assist with development of internal standards for technical documentation, templates, and visual presentation materials.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, product management, marketing, and project teams to support project execution and product launches.
• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.

• Strong portfolio demonstrating technical illustrations, installation manuals, or construction assembly documentation.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator or similar vector-based design software.
• Experience using layout and documentation tools such as Adobe InDesign or PowerPoint.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD or ability to interpret CAD drawings and construction plan sets.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and construction documentation.
• Strong understanding of visual hierarchy, typography, and layout for technical audiences.
• Ability to simplify complex assemblies into clear, concise visual instructions.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills with the ability to incorporate technical feedback.
• Experience working in solar, electrical, mechanical, or construction-related industries preferred.
• Familiarity with AI-assisted design tools and workflow automation is a plus.

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery such as a calculator, copy machine, and printer.
• Occasional travel may be required for project coordination or team collaboration.

• Medical, dental, life and vision insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan and Match
• Paid Time Off
• Specified Holiday Pay

Disclaimer: This job description is a general outline of the day-to-day duties to be expected and may not cover all job responsibilities that may be assigned by management.