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Graphic Designer / CAD Designer - Custom Metal & Signage

L&l Metal Fabrication đŸ‡ș🇾 Tontitown, Washington County, AR 72770, United States of America

Onsite Full-time

Create and modify production-ready artwork and CAD drawings for custom metal signage and fabricated products. Operate and maintain CNC equipment to manufacture designs while collaborating with the fabrication team.

Responsibilities

  • Create and modify artwork for custom metal signs, logos, lettering, decorative pieces, and fabricated products
  • Develop clean, accurate, production‑ready vector files and CAD drawings
  • Convert customer logos, sketches, images, and concepts into designs suitable for fabrication
  • Prepare artwork and files for CNC processes including waterjet, plasma cutting, and laser engraving
  • Create layouts, renderings, and design concepts for customer approval
  • Collaborate with project managers and fabrication personnel to ensure designs are visually strong, accurate, and manufacturable
  • Review dimensions, materials, tolerances, and mounting requirements before releasing designs
  • Make revisions based on customer feedback and production requirements
  • Learn to set up and operate CNC equipment; operate machines as needed
  • Perform basic machine setup, material loading/unloading, and routine maintenance
  • Follow safety, quality, and equipment operating procedures
  • Manage multiple projects while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines
  • Help improve design standards, file organization, and production workflows

Requirements

  • Strong portfolio demonstrating graphic, signage, or logo design
  • Proficiency with Adobe Illustrator, CorelDRAW, or comparable vector‑design software
  • Experience with CAD software such as SolidWorks (highly desirable)
  • Understanding of typography, layout, proportion, and visual composition
  • Ability to create precise, clean vector artwork
  • Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn CNC equipment and manufacturing processes
  • Strong communication and problem‑solving skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines

Benefits

  • Health, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance after 60 days
  • Company pays 50% of employee health insurance premium
  • Retirement plan with company match
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid time off
  • Annual performance reviews
  • Opportunities to expand skills in CAD, CNC production, signage, and custom metal fabrication

Key Skills

Graphic design Vector illustration Adobe Illustrator CorelDRAW SolidWorks CAD drafting CNC operation Waterjet cutting Plasma cutting Laser engraving Typography Layout design Visual composition Technical drawing Manufacturing processes Project management Cross‑functional collaboration Problem solving Attention to detail Communication

About L&l Metal Fabrication

L&L Metal Fabrication specializes in high‑quality custom metal fabrication for commercial, architectural, industrial, and specialty applications, combining craftsmanship, technology, and creativity.

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