Design Technologist - Play Structures & Attractions

WhiteWater makes products, but we are a service business at our heart, which means we are a people business. In this way, we excel and create value for our clients by listening to their needs, collaborating to develop solutions, problem-solving and attending to the details. Our culture, as you would expect, reflects these traits. We are a diverse group of experts, from creative designers to talented engineers. Whatever expertise we bring from all over the world, we listen and learn from each other because we are aligned with a clearly understood purpose. Together, we create fun for families globally.

We are seeking a talented Design Technologist to be an integral part of a world-class team that designs and manufactures waterpark equipment.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in the fields of amusement and/or aquatic play. The primary responsibilities will include conceptualizing and developing innovative layouts, colour schemes and theming integration for our aquatic play structures.

Interested in starting an exciting career with WhiteWater? Apply today!

Position: Design Technologist - Play Structures & Attractions

Shift: Permanent, Full-Time 

Department: Architecture

Location: Richmond, BC, Canada

Reports to: Director, Design

Salary: 78,000 – 85,000 CAD

We are seeking a creative, senior technical designer to be an integral part of a world-class team that designs and manufactures waterpark equipment. The ideal candidate will have a background in engineering, architecture, or industrial design. The primary responsibilities include configuring and designing innovative layouts for our aquatic play structures.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, collaborative, and possesses strong communication and critical-thinking skills. This role requires a self-starter with the ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a time-conscious office environment. The successful candidate must be a creative problem solver.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conceptualize, design, and develop innovative and engaging layouts primarily for AquaPlay and AquaForms. Designs must respond to customer requests with the goal of optimizing guest experience, operational performance, and safety.
• Collaborate with product development and creative teams to generate compelling theming designs that enhance the overall experience of play structures, aligned with current trends and market demands.
• Work with the waterslide design team to apply customer-specific colour combinations that align with existing park aesthetics, customer preferences, and/or customer IP.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product management, engineering, manufacturing, and marketing to ensure design feasibility and market readiness.
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and materials to continuously improve and modernize product offerings.
• Assist in the development of design guidelines and standards to streamline the design process and maintain brand consistency across products.
• Support Project Services by clearly communicating design intent to project designers and engineers to ensure alignment between proposed concepts and manufactured outcomes.
• Deliver aesthetically appropriate colour schemes and layouts suited to a wide range of project types.
• Proactively manage tight schedules, timelines, and established processes.
• Demonstrate respect for others through effective communication, consideration, and cooperation.
• Participate in, and where applicable lead, departmental training.
• Execute responsibilities in accordance with lawful and ethical standards.
• Take responsibility for personal safety by ensuring best practices are followed.
• Perform other duties as required.

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QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Degree or Diploma in Architecture, Architectural Technology, Industrial Design, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a related field; experience in the aquatic play or amusement park industry is preferred.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks and AutoCAD is essential.
• Experience with software such as Adobe Creative Suite and 3D visualization tools (e.g., 3ds Max, SketchUp, Rhino, Maya, Keyshot, Lumion, Unreal) is an asset.
• Graphic design or 3D animation experience is an asset.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating creative and innovative design solutions, with a focus on aquatic play structures is preferred.
• Proven ability to lead design projects from concept through completion.
• Knowledge of colour theory, materials, steel and fiberglass manufacturing processes, and safety standards relevant to aquatic play structures.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize projects, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to inspire and mentor junior team members.
• Passion for playgrounds, themed entertainment, water attractions, and creating memorable guest experiences.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across multiple departments.
• Willingness to learn, follow instructions, and work well with others.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe work environment by following all company rules and policies.
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

Whitewater Competencies:

• Accountability – We do what we say
• Collaboration – We work well together
• Customer Focus – We know and respond to our customers
• Communication – We listen to and understand each other
• Authenticity – We are honest and trust each other

• Resilience – We deal effectively with pressure, are persistent and optimistic
• Flexibility & Adaptability – We are willing and able to respond to changing circumstances

WhiteWater is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate the diversity of all employees and applicants and are strongly committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone.

We thank all the candidates who took the time and energy to apply. Given the volume of applications, it makes responding personally to each applicant difficult, but please know we are grateful for your interest. We look forward to connecting with you through this search or future ones. All the best in your job search.