Playground Designer

On-site | De Soto, KSDesign the Places Where Kids Dream Big.We’re on the hunt for a creative, detail-driven Playground Designer to join our growing family-owned company. If you have a background in scenic design, interior design, or exhibit/theatrical drafting—and a passion for creating environments that spark imagination—you might be the perfect fit.This is a hands-on, collaborative role where design meets function. You’ll work closely with sales, fabrication, and marketing teams to turn ideas into inspiring, buildable playgrounds across the country.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign engaging playground layouts in AutoCAD, using site plans, client input, and manufacturer specsProduce 2D plans and 3D models for proposals, permitting, and constructionRespond to RFPs and customer requests—partnering with sales reps to develop winning strategiesWork with Sales Consultants on proposal development and project organizationAssist with creating proposal and bid packages that are clean, modern, and compellingDesign proposals with intent to win the project at targeted margins, meet company sales goals, and present upgrade paths (good, better, best)Create playground design templates to improve efficiency and consistencyConsult with landscape architects to educate and align on feasible, profitable designsCollaborate with the Media Designer on renderings, videos, and digital proposal packagesDirect physical and digital proposal formats with a 'Don’t Make Me Think' approachMaintain and expand a digital library of 2D/3D equipment blocks and design assetsPartner with sales and operations to turn concepts into cost-effective, buildable plansSupport development of new tools and workflows to increase team capacityStay current with ADA and playground safety standardsObtain CPSI (Certified Playground Safety Inspector) certification—training providedWhat You BringProficiency in AutoCAD (2D required, 3D preferred)Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)Strong sense of visual design and spatial planningBackground in scenic, interior, exhibit, or landscape designExcellent organization, time management, and problem-solving skillsConfidence in presenting to clients or teamsFamiliarity with RFQs, RFPs, and bid processesBonus Points ForExperience in the playground, landscape, or construction industriesKnowledge of ADA accessibility standardsProficiency with rendering tools like LumionPowered by JazzHR