Overview:
Create value at TC Transcontinental.
At TC Transcontinental, we've got it made, and that's because of the expertise of our team.
We have been driving innovation since 1976.
Founded 50 years ago and 4,000 employees strong, Transcontinental Inc. (TSX: TCL.A TCL.B), known under the TC Transcontinental brand, is a Canadian retail marketing services company, Canada's largest printer, and the Canadian leader in French-language educational publishing. Driven by the vision of a more informed, educated and prosperous society, TC Transcontinental propels its clients' success across the retail, education, book and information industries. With agility, creativity and boldness, we design and deliver innovative, high-value products and services.
We are currently looking for an Industrial Designer to design retail displays, décor, and signage that go from concept to production to installation. This role sits at the intersection of creative design, engineering detail, and manufacturing execution — ideal for a designer who wants to see their ideas built, installed, and refined in the real world.
You’ll work closely with studio members, prototype/production teams, suppliers, and installation crews to ensure design intent translates cleanly into high quality fabricated solutions.
Work environment: Regular collaboration with TC production facilities (Aurora, Brampton, Newkirk, Paris). Occasional site visits and off site audits as required by project needs. Hybrid work mode.
This position is currently open and reflects a replacement position due to an internal transfer, promotion, or departure.
The salary range for this position is $65,000 to $75,000 per year, commensurate with experience, education, and internal equity. This range is provided to ensure clarity and promote equitable access to employment opportunities.
Responsibilities:
When your actions lead to success:
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Designing permanent and semi permanent retail displays, signage, and fixtures.
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Developing concepts using sketches, 3D modeling, renderings, and physical mock ups.
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Creating production ready drawings with materials, hardware, and fabrication details.
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Supporting prototype builds, first offs, and quality reviews.
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Collaborating with a multi-disciplined studio, production teams and suppliers (domestic and offshore).
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Participating in site visits, surveys, and installations to ensure real world execution.
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Preparing assembly and installation instructions for accurate executions.
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Researching materials, hardware, fabrication methods, and sustainable options.
This is not a desk only role — you’ll regularly engage with manufacturing, testing, and installation environments.
Qualifications:
When your expertise drives us:
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College Diploma or University Degree in Industrial Design, Technical Drawing, or related field
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3–5 years in industrial design, retail design, signage, fixtures, or fabrication based environments
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SolidWorks experience required
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Familiarity with other CAD tools
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Understanding of materials, hardware, and manufacturing processes
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Knowledge of 3D printing and PDM (Product Data Management) environments
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Exposure to project coordination is an asset
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Strong communication and collaboration skills
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Comfortable working across design, production, and installation teams
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Organized, detail oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities
When benefits really help you live better:
We offer a comprehensive and flexible benefits package designed to support your well-being and help you thrive—at work and at home. Our offerings include:
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Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives and retirement savings plans with company match
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Customizable group benefits including health, dental, life, disability, and travel insurance
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Paid time off
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Employee perks such as discounts on insurance, wireless plans, travel, and more
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Career development opportunities
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A dynamic, inclusive work environment where your voice matters and your growth is supported
EEO
TC Transcontinental is committed to fair, transparent, and equitable hiring practices. We disclose that no artificial intelligence (AI) tools or automated decision-making systems are used in our recruitment or selection process.
TC Transcontinental is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and accessible workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws in the jurisdictions where we operate.
We are also committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and work environment—promoting dignity, independence, integration, and equal opportunity for all, including persons with disabilities. Accommodations, including alternative formats, will be made available for all parts of the recruitment and selection process. For more information or to request an accommodation please contact
[email protected].
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