
Technical Design Lead
Lonestar Electric Supply
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: Texas • United States
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Tech Stack
About the role
- Create clean, vector-based technical illustrations from construction drawings, including wire management details, tracker components, and mechanical assemblies.
- Interpret engineering drawings, redlines, and markups to produce accurate linework, views, callouts, and technical annotations.
- Maintain consistent drafting standards including line weights, dimension styles, symbols, and documentation conventions.
- Develop simplified overview visuals and step-by-step installation illustrations for field teams.
- Collaborate with engineering, product management, and project management teams to verify technical accuracy and update drawings as designs evolve.
- Design and format installation manuals, quick-start guides, and field reference materials using standardized template systems.
- Translate technical concepts into clear visual instructions using icons, callouts, and concise supporting text.
- Prepare illustrations and diagrams optimized for print, PDF, and digital field use.
- Maintain organized libraries of reusable illustration components, symbols, and design blocks.
- Create technical product graphics, schematics, and feature diagrams for product catalogs, datasheets, and sales support materials.
- Support marketing initiatives by developing infographics and technical visuals aligned with brand standards.
- Ensure consistency in typography, color usage, and iconography across technical and marketing collateral.
- Utilize AI-assisted design tools to develop enhanced illustration workflows and improve documentation efficiency.
- Integrate CAD exports, 3D models, and digital references into illustration and documentation platforms.
- Assist with development of internal standards for technical documentation, templates, and visual presentation materials.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, product management, marketing, and project teams to support project execution and product launches.
- Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.
Requirements
- Strong portfolio demonstrating technical illustrations, installation manuals, or construction assembly documentation.
- Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator or similar vector-based design software.
- Experience using layout and documentation tools such as Adobe InDesign or PowerPoint.
- Working knowledge of AutoCAD or ability to interpret CAD drawings and construction plan sets.
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and construction documentation.
- Strong understanding of visual hierarchy, typography, and layout for technical audiences.
- Ability to simplify complex assemblies into clear, concise visual instructions.
- Strong collaboration and communication skills with the ability to incorporate technical feedback.
- Experience working in solar, electrical, mechanical, or construction-related industries preferred.
- Familiarity with AI-assisted design tools and workflow automation is a plus.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, life and vision insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan and Match
- Paid Time Off
- Specified Holiday Pay
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Hard Skills & Tools
technical illustrationsinstallation manualsconstruction assembly documentationAdobe IllustratorAdobe InDesignPowerPointAutoCADmechanical drawingselectrical schematicsvisual hierarchy
Soft Skills
collaborationcommunicationtechnical feedbacksimplifying complex assemblies