Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope
From apartments in New York to hospitals and stadiums in Dallas, libraries at prestigious universities to creating modern retail experiences, our teams contribute architectural glass and building products to projects that shape the way people live, work, heal, learn, and play. At OBE, the work of our employees truly matters. With over 6,500 employees, we operate more than 80 manufacturing and distribution facilities in five countries. You can see some of our favorite projects here.
Start your journey with OBE and help us build the future.
What You’ll Get to Do As an Associate Designer, you’ll play a key role in our New Product Development team, supporting the design, development, and enhancement of architectural window, door, and glazing systems. You will help create high-performance, cost-effective products through technical design expertise and cross‑functional collaboration.
Job responsibilities include:
Design and enhance architectural window and entrance systems to improve performance and manufacturability
Develop detailed component and assembly designs using AutoCAD and Inventor
Support performance validation through thermal and structural simulations and coordinate industry testing (AAMA, NFRC, etc.)
Prepare product documentation including drawings, installation manuals, and technical data sheets
Provide technical support to internal teams, customers, and architects on product applications and specifications
Process and maintain Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) and ensure communication across departments
Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and product management to align design solutions with business goals
Research materials, technologies, and trends to inform and innovate product designs
What We Are Looking For
Associate’s degree in Drafting, Design, or Engineering Technology (Bachelor’s preferred)
2+ years of design or drafting experience in the architectural aluminum and glazing industry
Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD (2019+) and Autodesk Inventor
Knowledge of Revit and Autodesk Vault
Strong communication and technical documentation abilities using Adobe Suite and Microsoft Office
Understanding of architectural aluminum systems, thermal/structural performance, and industry standards (AAMA, ASTM, IGMA)
What OBE Offers You
Benefits that benefit you – industry competitive benefits at the lowest cost to the employee
Work‑life balance – PTO and holidays, including floating holidays you can choose
Compensation that rewards your hard work – a pay‑for‑performance culture with potential for annual raises and bonuses
Training – we will equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to succeed
OBE will not discharge or discriminate against employees or applicants for discussing, disclosing, or inquiring about their own or others' pay.
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Start your journey with OBE and help us build the future.
What You’ll Get to Do As an Associate Designer, you’ll play a key role in our New Product Development team, supporting the design, development, and enhancement of architectural window, door, and glazing systems. You will help create high-performance, cost-effective products through technical design expertise and cross‑functional collaboration.
Job responsibilities include:
Design and enhance architectural window and entrance systems to improve performance and manufacturability
Develop detailed component and assembly designs using AutoCAD and Inventor
Support performance validation through thermal and structural simulations and coordinate industry testing (AAMA, NFRC, etc.)
Prepare product documentation including drawings, installation manuals, and technical data sheets
Provide technical support to internal teams, customers, and architects on product applications and specifications
Process and maintain Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) and ensure communication across departments
Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and product management to align design solutions with business goals
Research materials, technologies, and trends to inform and innovate product designs
What We Are Looking For
Associate’s degree in Drafting, Design, or Engineering Technology (Bachelor’s preferred)
2+ years of design or drafting experience in the architectural aluminum and glazing industry
Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD (2019+) and Autodesk Inventor
Knowledge of Revit and Autodesk Vault
Strong communication and technical documentation abilities using Adobe Suite and Microsoft Office
Understanding of architectural aluminum systems, thermal/structural performance, and industry standards (AAMA, ASTM, IGMA)
What OBE Offers You
Benefits that benefit you – industry competitive benefits at the lowest cost to the employee
Work‑life balance – PTO and holidays, including floating holidays you can choose
Compensation that rewards your hard work – a pay‑for‑performance culture with potential for annual raises and bonuses
Training – we will equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to succeed
OBE will not discharge or discriminate against employees or applicants for discussing, disclosing, or inquiring about their own or others' pay.
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