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Title: Senior Architectural DesignerLocation: Toronto, ONStatus: Full-TimeShift: Day ShiftABOUT THE ROLEWe are seeking a Senior Architectural Fabrication Designer with strong experience in design for metal fabrication and large-scale custom installations. This role requires a hands-on designer who understands manufacturing constraints, material behavior, and production processes, and can lead projects from concept through fabrication and installation.This is not a purely conceptual architectural role the successful candidate must have demonstrated experience producing fabrication-ready drawings and collaborating directly with fabrication teams.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESLead architectural metal fabrication design projects from concept development through production and installation.Produce detailed shop drawings, fabrication drawings, and 3D models ready for manufacturing.Design custom architectural metal components and large-scale installations.Develop solutions that balance aesthetics with structural integrity, manufacturability, and material limitations.Work closely with fabrication teams to resolve design challenges during production.Create CNC-ready files and coordinate with machinists and welders.Oversee prototyping and testing of fabricated components.Review designs for compliance with applicable building codes, structural requirements, and company standards.Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and installers to ensure seamless project execution.Mentor junior designers in fabrication-focused design practices.Manage multiple projects while maintaining attention to detail and deadlines.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSBachelors or Masters degree in Architecture, Industrial Design, or related field.58+ years of professional experience in architectural metal fabrication or custom fabrication environments.Strong experience producing:Shop drawingsFabrication drawingsAssembly detailsTolerance specificationsProficiency in:SolidWorks (preferred)Rhino/Grasshopper (Must)AutoCADRevit (secondary)Adobe Creative SuiteStrong understanding of:Metal fabrication processes (welding, bending, forming, finishing)Structural steel systemsAluminum assembliesFastening systemsCNC machining and digital fabrication workflowsExperience designing for manufacturability (DFM).Proven ability to collaborate directly with fabrication teams.PREFERRED EXPERIENCEExperience with large-scale architectural metal installations.Familiarity with CNC machining, laser cutting, waterjet cutting, and 3D printing.Experience in custom architectural metal, structural steel, public art fabrication, or specialty installations.Knowledge of sustainable materials and fabrication practices.Strong project coordination skills.