Playground Designer

Playground Designer On-site | De Soto, KS   Design 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 Responsibilities :

• Design engaging playground layouts in AutoCAD, using site plans, client input, and manufacturer specs Produce 2D plans and 3D models for proposals, permitting, and construction Respond to RFPs and customer requests—partnering with sales reps to develop winning strategies Work with Sales Consultants on proposal development and project organization Assist with creating proposal and bid packages that are clean, modern, and compelling Design 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 consistency Consult with landscape architects to educate and align on feasible, profitable designs Collaborate with the Media Designer on renderings, videos, and digital proposal packages Direct physical and digital proposal formats with a 'Don’t Make Me Think' approach Maintain and expand a digital library of 2D / 3D equipment blocks and design assets Partner with sales and operations to turn concepts into cost-effective, buildable plans Support development of new tools and workflows to increase team capacity Stay current with ADA and playground safety standards Obtain CPSI (Certified Playground Safety Inspector) certification—training provided What You Bring : Proficiency in AutoCAD (2D required, 3D preferred) Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) Strong sense of visual design and spatial planning Background in scenic, interior, exhibit, or landscape design Excellent organization, time management, and problem-solving skills Confidence in presenting to clients or teams Familiarity with RFQs, RFPs, and bid processes Bonus Points For : Experience in the playground, landscape, or construction industries Knowledge of ADA accessibility standards Proficiency with rendering tools like Lumion Powered by JazzHR