Design Engineer

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There’s never been a better time to join Stratus! As the market leader in brand implementation and maintenance, we transform how national brands connect with their customers. From exterior signage & interior branding to site refresh & remodel, from energy & lighting to repair & maintenance solutions, we deliver ideal solutions to meet all our client’s branding needs. From our locations across the country, to our corporate headquarters in Mentor, Ohio, every employee is a stakeholder in Stratus’ success.

This environment offers endless career opportunities for individuals with a commitment to customer service, focus on execution and bias for action.

The purpose of this position is to design, engineer and develop signage and component products to a customer’s image requirements. The position requires working knowledge of manufacturing processes related to metal, plastic, vinyl, electrical lighting, and construction principles related to sign installation. The Estimator, Refresh & Rollouts accurately estimates projects by gathering qualified bids, reviewing blueprints, specifications, and related documents, and creating a market competitive cost position.

• Use AutoCAD system to produce complete fabrication, assembly, and installation drawings and/or graphics.
• Perform structural analysis on steel and aluminum frames.
• Translate engineering concepts into finished sign designs to effectively meet customer specifications.
• Incorporate principles for manufacturability, value engineering, and installation requirements.
• Create and maintain families of standard pylons, monuments and wall signs and other product commodities, using standard and special extrusions with cross‑sections and details.
• Develop and revise engineering standard.
• Create and maintain Bill of Materials.
• Standardize components for ease of manufacturing and cost control.
• Assure compliance with approved methods and quality standards.
• Use creativity and latitude in product design and construction.
• Design product to maximize material yield and improve productivity.
• Inventory control through standardization of components
• Provide technical support for sign site surveys and field installation problems.
• Stay abreast of new and evolving technologies through education, trade shows, and literature.
• Special projects

• Working knowledge of manufacturing processes related to metal, plastic, vinyl, electrical lighting and construction principles for sign installation a plus.
• Minimum two years experience in computer aided drafting (AutoCAD preferred).
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Experience in engineering and/or metal fabrication.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field is preferred.

• Supportive & Friendly Culture
• Manage national accounts for Fortune 500 companies
• Medical, Dental, Vision coverage options
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• Company paid Life Insurance
• 401k with Employer Contribution
• Company paid Short/Long Term Disability
• Generous Paid Time Off program + Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities and Career Mapping
• Additional perks including Pet Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Educational Assistance Program, Identity Theft Protection, Critical Illness Plans, Commuter Benefits and various employee discount offerings from our Vendors.

This position is required to travel as an essential function of this role due to the need for in‑person interaction with customers, field partners, and/or business stakeholders. Travel may include local, regional, or national destinations and may be conducted via automobile, air, or other modes of transportation. All travel must be pre‑approved in accordance with company policy and conducted in compliance with applicable safety and expense guidelines.

$65,000- $70,000 annually - Pay range listed reflects the potential pay for this role. The pay will depend on various factors, such as responsibilities of the position, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills. Not all positions posted will have a pay range listed.

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• Entry level

• Full-time

• Engineering and Information Technology

• Facilities Services