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Sign Design Jobs in Tennessee (NOW HIRING)

Provides plans to customer for sign-off and acceptance, including changes. Code and maintain ... Working knowledge of CAD system, blueprint reading, and drafting. Duties performed in an office ...

WHAT YOU WILL DO AS AN AREA SALES & DESIGN SPECIALIST In this role, you will be responsible for ... Ensure our Tuff Shed displays are presentable, clean, and maintained; signage is updated. JOB ...

WHAT YOU WILL DO AS AN AREA SALES & DESIGN SPECIALIST In this role, you will be responsible for ... Ensure our Tuff Shed displays are presentable, clean, and maintained; signage is updated. JOB ...

Provides plans to customer for sign-off and acceptance, including changes. Code and maintain ... Working knowledge of CAD system, blueprint reading, and drafting. Duties performed in an office ...

WHAT YOU WILL DO AS AN AREA SALES & DESIGN SPECIALIST In this role, you will be responsible for ... Ensure our Tuff Shed displays are presentable, clean, and maintained; signage is updated. JOB ...

Transportation / ITS Designer

Brentwood, TN · On-site

$73K - $90K/yr

... design drawings in MicroStation, including layouts, details, signing/striping plans, and staging/maintenance of traffic plans; maintain CAD standards and ensure quality and consistency of ...

Sign Operator & installer

Nashville, TN · On-site

$18.50 - $20/hr

With several career paths to choose from - sales, marketing, design, production, operations - no matter the role you choose, you'll be working in an organization that cares about you. At Sir Speedy ...

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Sign Design information

What is the difference between Sign Design vs Sign Fabrication?

AspectSign DesignSign Fabrication
Primary FocusCreating visual concepts and layouts for signsConstructing and assembling signs based on designs
Required SkillsGraphic design, creativity, software proficiencyManufacturing skills, material knowledge, craftsmanship
Work EnvironmentDesign studios, offices, client meetingsWorkshops, manufacturing facilities, on-site installations
Common CertificationsGraphic design certifications, CAD skillsTrade certifications, safety training

Sign Design involves creating the visual concepts for signs, focusing on aesthetics and layout, while Sign Fabrication is about physically building and installing the signs. Both roles often collaborate but require different skill sets and work environments.

What is sign design?

Sign design is the process of creating visual graphics and layouts for signs used in public spaces, businesses, events, and more. It involves choosing appropriate colors, fonts, materials, and images to effectively communicate messages and attract attention. Sign designers consider factors such as visibility, readability, branding, and compliance with regulations. Their work ranges from designing storefront signage to wayfinding systems in large complexes. Good sign design helps ensure that information is conveyed clearly and professionally.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in sign design, and how can applicants prepare for them?

Sign design professionals often encounter challenges such as balancing creative vision with strict regulatory requirements, meeting tight deadlines, and collaborating closely with clients, fabricators, and local authorities. To prepare for these challenges, applicants should familiarize themselves with zoning and signage regulations, develop strong communication skills, and build proficiency in design software like Adobe Illustrator or CorelDRAW. Being adaptable and detail-oriented is key, as projects frequently require revisions and coordination among multiple stakeholders to ensure the final product meets both functional and aesthetic standards.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Sign Designer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Sign Designer, you need strong graphic design skills, proficiency in typography and color theory, and usually a degree or certification in graphic design or a related field. Expertise in design software like Adobe Illustrator, CorelDRAW, and familiarity with large-format printing and sign fabrication processes are essential. Creativity, attention to detail, and effective client communication are standout soft skills for this role. These abilities ensure that signage is visually appealing, functional, and meets both client and regulatory requirements.
Infographic showing various Sign Design job openings in Tennessee as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 88% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, and 5% Remote job distribution.
Water/Wastewater Design Engineer

Water/Wastewater Design Engineer

Ardurra Group, Inc.

Knoxville, TN

Full-time

Posted 10 days ago

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Job description

Ardurra is seeking a Water/Wastewater Design Engineer to join our staff in Knoxville, TN.

Ardurra’s innovative water and wastewater design engineers collaborate closely with clients to plan, design, permit, and construct systems that address their needs comprehensively. This approach allows our clients to make smarter investments, resulting in lower life cycle costs and additional benefits.

As a recognized leader in the Southeast water industry, Ardurra's projects encompass treatment and infrastructure initiatives for municipal and institutional clients. Our work ranges from drinking water supply to water reuse and wastewater management. We have the capability to support projects of all sizes within a flexible and innovative team environment.

This position will be expected to plan, design, and possibly manage multidiscipline projects consisting of water/wastewater treatment and collection/distribution systems for our clients. The individual should be capable of performing the technical design and/or hydraulic modeling requirements on water/wastewater projects and additional consideration will be given to those that have experience managing a team of engineers, EIT’s, CADD technicians, and sub consultants, to successfully execute these types of projects.

Primary Duties

  • Develop detailed designs, plans, specifications, reports and cost estimates for treatment plants, pipelines, pump stations, tanks and other water / wastewater storage and conveyance systems. More specific responsibilities include performing or managing engineering/process design, hydraulics, pumping systems, and treatment process projects
  • Ability to guide, direct, and coordinate with the multiple departments and sub-consultants required for multi-discipline projects
  • Ability to create, calibrate, modify and perform hydraulic modeling for water and wastewater systems, and interpret and communicate the results to others
  • Assisting other Project Managers in the daily and weekly allocation of junior engineering and production staff on active projects, managing individual workloads based on project deliverables and priorities
  • Preparing and/or reviewing technical engineering specifications and cost estimates
  • Meet directly with Clients and perform business development duties with potential clients

Education and Experience Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university or college
  • 5 years of related experience in the water/wastewater design, permitting and construction
  • Requires 2-4 years experience with municipal water and sewer design
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to interface with clients, contractors and regulatory agencies, is critical
  • Excellent technical writing skills for use in the development of engineering reports and studies
  • Highly self-motivated, able to anticipate and initiate subsequent project tasks, working independently or with minimal instruction
  • Strong organizational skills, and ability to function efficiently within a project team environment
  • Basic level of familiarity with AutoCAD software (2020 or later) preferred, but not required
  • Knowledge of procedures of local permitting agencies required for the typical projects described above is preferred, but not required
  • Basic knowledge in the output and capabilities of hydraulic modeling software such as WaterCAD, SewerCAD, WaterGEMS, SewerGEMs, and similar software

Why Ardurra?

While Ardurra offers competitive compensation and rich benefits programs, it is our culture that truly sets us apart from our peers. We nurture a family-like culture, striving to create a work environment that is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding but also fun. We are acutely focused on developing our staff, whether through our internal Ardurra Academy or through our industry-leading Leadership program. We have made a deliberate and focused commitment to nurture a people-centric culture where people are: valued as individuals; supported in their professional and career development with multiple, varied career paths; provided the tools and resources to be successful, engaged, and satisfied in their work; and positive benefits, time-off programs, and flexibility to help maintain a healthy balance between work and home.
Ardurra is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:

Ardurra does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Agency Agreement, Ardurra will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. If a resume or candidate is submitted to any hiring manager without a previously signed agreement, Ardurra reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. These candidates will be considered property of Ardurra. We’re not currently looking to add any more agencies to our list of approved vendors, so please do not contact any of our managers or recruitment team with sales calls or details of your candidates.

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