myTrueHR is hiring : Playground Designer in De Soto

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

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