Space Planner and Designer

About Penbrothers

Penbrothers is an HR & remote talent management partner and one of the fastest growing companies in the Philippines. We provide talented Filipinos with global opportunities in high-growth startups and dynamic companies, from the comfort of their own homes.

About the Client

Our client is a US-based leader in the family entertainment and leisure industry, specialising in redemption prize solutions for arcades, family entertainment centres, bowling alleys, and cinema entertainment venues. Since 1996, they've grown into a full-service partner—designing immersive spaces, supplying trending and licensed merchandise, providing merchandising and training support, and offering inventory systems that keep operations seamless.

They're known for their "Architects of Fun" mindset: delivering experience-driven environments, creative fixture design, vibrant prize assortments and operational excellence to ensure their clients' venues consistently attract and engage guests.

About the Role

The Space Planner & Designer supports the creation of dynamic, functional spaces inside Family Entertainment Centers (FECs). This role focuses on designing Client Counters and prize rooms, with opportunities to contribute to other space-planning projects such as party rooms, lobbies, or checkout areas.

This is an excellent opportunity for a junior designer or recent graduate who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. You'll work closely with U.S.-based team members and external partners while developing your creative, technical, and communication skills under the mentorship of experienced designers.

Work hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 PM to 5:00 AM PHT

Work set-up: Remote

What you'll do

Client Discovery & Collaboration

• Gather and interpret client needs, budgets, and design goals
• Serve as a design advisor by helping clients make informed decisions that balance vision, budget, and business goals
• Translate requirements into spatial layouts and design concepts

Design & Documentation

• Develop compelling visual concepts and scaled drawings in SketchUp and AutoCAD
• Incorporate client feedback into revised and final design packages
• Prepare design specifications and documentation for internal handoffs and vendor bidding

Execution Support

• Maintain project files, samples, and digital assets
• Coordinate with builders, vendors, and suppliers on design details
• Ensure technical compliance with relevant codes, regulations, and accessibility standards

Growth & Learning

• Participate in training sessions to expand your knowledge of FEC trends and customer behavior
• Take initiative to learn new design software and presentation techniques
• Contribute ideas that improve process, client experience, or creative output

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in a similar role, preferably from retail, commercial, or hospitality design industries
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite and/or Revit.
• Proficiency in SketchUp, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Understanding of construction documentation or vendor collaboration.
• Strong understanding of space planning and design fundamentals.
• Excellent communication and organization skills.
• Positive attitude, initiative, and willingness to learn.

Don't meet every single requirement? At Penbrothers we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but you don't feel 100% aligned with the qualifications, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may just be the right fit for this or other roles.

Hiring Process

We utilize AI tools to enhance our hiring efficiency and ensure a fair evaluation of all candidates. As a result, candidates who passed our initial evaluations should expect an AI Interviewer as a component of our recruitment process. This is supervised by Human Talent Acquisition Experts who will also engage with you throughout your application journey.

What You'll Get

At Penbrothers, we are obsessed with creating positive employee experiences. Here you'll find an environment that nurtures learning and provides opportunities for growth. You'll have the opportunity to make an impact on fast-growing startups and dynamic companies.

• Meaningful work & Growth: We take every opportunity to stretch ourselves and deliver an excellent client experience.
• Employee as our biggest asset: We are genuinely invested in our people's career and welfare.
• Global reach & local impact: Get to work with high-growth startups and dynamic companies from the comfort of your own home.
• Powering global startups: We've created 1,400 Filipino jobs that empower global start-ups to focus on growth.