Junior Designer

2 weeks ago

Whitby Ontario, Canada North American Steel Inc. Full time $50,000 - $60,000 per year

Designer – Industrial Pallet Racking & Storage Solutions

Whitby, Ontario In-Office Only Full-Time

Salary: $50,000 – $60,000

About Us

At North American Steel, we engineer the backbone of modern logistics. As Canada's leading manufacturer of pallet racking and storage systems, our solutions keep warehouses, distribution centers, and manufacturing facilities running efficiently and safely. With facilities across the country and decades of expertise, we're proud to deliver innovative, high-quality storage solutions that power supply chains nationwide.

We're growing — and we're looking for a detail-driven Designer to join our Whitby team.

What You'll Do

As a Designer, you'll transform client needs into precise, buildable designs that directly impact the efficiency and safety of industrial storage systems. You'll collaborate with sales, engineering, and production teams to bring projects from concept to completion.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Design & Drafting
  • Create and revise 2D CAD drawings and structural layouts
  • Use SolidWorks to design new products in a 3D environment, supporting innovation and product development
  • Interpret architectural and structural plans
  • Generate bills of materials and project specifications
  • Collaboration & Problem-Solving
  • Partner with sales, engineering, and production teams to resolve design challenges
  • Support quotations and proposals with accurate material take-offs
  • Project Support
  • Conduct site visits as required
  • Maintain drawing databases and documentation
  • Stay current with AutoCAD and SolidWorks best practices

What You Bring

We're looking for someone who combines technical expertise with a problem-solving mindset.

Must-Haves

  • Diploma or degree in Architecture, Industrial Design, or Engineering (Mechanical/Structural)
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Excellent communication and time management

Nice-to-Haves

  • 2+ years of structural design/drafting experience
  • SolidWorks proficiency
  • Familiarity with the Ontario Building Code
  • Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments
  • Programming knowledge (any language)

Why Join Us

  • Competitive salary with growth potential
  • Comprehensive health and dental benefits
  • Paid training and certification support (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, safety programs)
  • Career development opportunities into senior design, project engineering, or technical leadership
  • A collaborative, team-focused environment where your work has a direct impact

Work Schedule & Location

Monday – Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Friday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM

300 Hopkins St., Whitby, Ontario

This is an in-office position. Remote work is not available.

Ready to Apply?

If you're passionate about design, thrive on problem-solving, and want to see your work come to life in large-scale industrial projects, we'd love to hear from you.

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