Top 310 Designer Jobs in Costa Mesa Ca

Senior Designer / Drafter (Experiential & Scenic Fabrication)
McNally Enterprises —Buena Park, CA
- $90,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Engineering
- Mentoring
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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5d
Graphic Designer—Licensed Product
Orange Circle Studio —Irvine, CA
- $28 - $29 an hour
- Email
- Mid-level
- Office
- 3 years
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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3d
Customer Experience Service Designer
Delta Dental —Cerritos, CA
- $72,084 - $150,995 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Marketing Graphic Designer I
In-N-Out —Irvine, CA
- $28.21 - $31.20 an hour
- Overtime
- Microsoft Excel
- Customer service
- Computer literacy
- Profit sharing
- Relocation assistance
12d
Jr. Graphic Designer
El Pollo Loco —Costa Mesa, CA
- $70,000 - $70,304 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Bachelor of Science
- Merchandising
- Office
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Graphic Designer
cabi, LLC —Huntington Beach, CA
- $75,000 - $85,000 a year
- Mid-level
- Associate's degree
- 2 years
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Junior Graphic Designer
SAMYANG AMERICA INC —Brea, CA
- $28 - $33 an hour
- Full-time
- Bachelor's degree
- Organizational skills
- Experience equivalent to degree accepted
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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3d
Graphic & Production Designer
Kura Sushi Corporate Support Center —Irvine, CA
- $72,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Mid-level
- Office
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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3d
Senior Graphic Designer - Neurovascular (Onsite in Irvine, CA)
Medtronic —Irvine, CA
- $80,800 - $121,200 a year
- Full-time
- Office
- High school diploma or GED
- Neurology
- Health savings account
- Employee stock purchase plan
3d
Creative Designer
Crown World —Irvine, CA
- $26.58 - $30.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Research
- Mid-level
- 2 years
Graphic Designer
Westcliff University —Irvine, CA
- $65,000 - $75,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- 3 years
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5d
3d designer
Robinson Hill Architecture —Costa Mesa, CA
- $25 - $32 an hour
- Mid-level
- Commercial
Designer, Graphic
United Sports Brands —Costa Mesa, CA
- $74,000 - $82,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Research
- Health insurance
- Employee discount
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4d
Graphic Designer
CODE FOUR —Huntington Beach, CA
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Bachelor's degree
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Assistant Designer
LSPACE —Newport Beach, CA
- $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Office
- Construction experience
- Communication skills
- Health insurance
- 401(k) matching
Graphic Designer - 1099 Contract
Simple Staffing —Irvine, CA
- $45 - $65 an hour
- Contract
- Mid-level
- In-person
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6d
Graphic Designer
K-1 Speed Inc —Irvine, CA
- $55,000 - $65,000 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Mid-level
- Office
- In-person
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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Designer
Accenture —Irvine, CA
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- US work authorization
- Military encouraged
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Designer/Drafter
Hydraflow —Fullerton, CA
- Full-time
- Entry level
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5d
Jr. Environmental Designer
CODE FOUR —Huntington Beach, CA
- Full-time
- Bachelor's degree
- Entry level
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Senior Designer / Drafter (Experiential & Scenic Fabrication)

McNally Enterprises -
Buena Park, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$90,000 - $120,000 a year
5 days ago

Benefits

Health savings account
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Teamwork
3D modeling software
Managing projects in an engineering role
Architecture
3D modeling for product design
Schedule management
Managing engineering teams
Design engineering
Blueprint creation using CAD software
Organizational skills
Leading team collaboration initiatives
Managing projects
3D modeling
Delegation
Managing art or design teams
Drafting for metal components
Managing drafting teams

Full Job Description

We are seeking a Senior Level Drafter to lead and manage the creation of technical drawings and 3D models for physical builds used in live events and experiential environments.
Applicants should have strong hands-on drafting experience for physical objects or environments, along with proven leadership ability. This role focuses on technical oversight, team management, and driving high-quality, build-ready documentation across multiple projects. This is a full-time, in-person position with no remote work capability.

Role Overview
As a Senior Level Drafter, you will be responsible for overseeing the drafting team and ensuring the successful execution of 2D and 3D drawing packages using SolidWorks. You will collaborate closely with engineers, designers, and fabricators while managing workflows, maintaining standards, and mentoring junior and mid-level drafters.
This role is ideal for someone experienced, detail-oriented, and confident in leading teams within a fast-paced, hands-on production environment.

Core Responsibilities
Leadership & Team Management

Lead, mentor, and manage a team of drafters across multiple projects
Assign tasks, review work, and ensure accuracy and consistency across all deliverables
Establish and maintain drafting standards, workflows, and best practices
Provide guidance, feedback, and training to develop team skillsets

Drafting & Technical Oversight

Oversee the creation of technical drawings and plans based on design specifications
Review and approve 2D drawings and 3D CAD models of components, assemblies, and environments
Ensure all drawing packages are clear, accurate, and fabrication-ready
Manage multiple fast-paced experiential projects while maintaining priorities, milestones, and deadlines
Oversee generation of bills of materials, assemblies, and engineering calculations

Collaboration & Project Execution

Work closely with engineers, designers, and fabrication teams to translate concepts into buildable solutions
Lead drawing reviews, redlines, and revisions across project lifecycles
Communicate design intent, technical constraints, and build logic clearly across departments
Act as a key liaison between design, engineering, and production teams

Technical Strategy & Process Improvement

Identify opportunities to improve workflows, efficiency, and documentation standards
Support technical problem-solving during design, fabrication, and installation phases
Ensure alignment with fabrication capabilities, materials, and structural requirements

Required Qualifications

5+ years of professional drafting or CAD experience
3–5+ years of advanced experience with SolidWorks
Demonstrated experience leading or managing drafting teams or projects
Strong understanding of:
Wood and sheet goods
Metal components and weldments
Fabricated structures and assemblies
Experience designing metal structures such as roof systems, overhangs, or large-scale statement pieces
Strong proficiency in creating detailed 2D drawing sets and complex 3D models
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Design, Engineering, Architecture, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Experience in live events, theater, scenic fabrication, or experiential builds
Familiarity with additional software such as SketchUp, Vectorworks, or Adobe Creative Suite
Experience with electrical integration in design (power requirements, routing, etc.)
Background in designing environments such as retail interiors, brand activations, or exhibitions
Strong understanding of shop drawings, fabrication workflows, and production environments

Core Competencies

Strong leadership and team development skills
Highly organized and detail-oriented
Confident decision-making in fast-paced, production-driven environments
Clear and effective communication across technical and non-technical teams
Ability to balance big-picture oversight with hands-on execution
Adaptable, proactive, and solutions-oriented mindset

Portfolio Requirement
Please include examples of drafting and 3D work (professional or personal projects) along with your resume.
If applicable, include examples demonstrating leadership, team coordination, or complex project execution.vent-related work

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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