Wayfinding Specialist

Sidara•Newark, NJ

About The Position

TYLin is seeking a Wayfinding Specialist to support the planning and design of wayfinding systems for complex infrastructure and transportation projects in the New York and New Jersey region. The role is suited to an experienced architect or planner with a strong background in wayfinding strategy, environmental graphic design, and the integration of signage and passenger information systems into the built environment. The specialist will translate user needs, operational requirements, and architectural intent into intuitive, accessible, and cohesive wayfinding solutions. Transportation infrastructure experience—particularly with transit stations, airports, rail facilities, or other public-facing transportation environments—is highly desirable. The role works collaboratively with multidisciplinary project teams, clients, and stakeholders to shape passenger and user experiences from early planning and concept development through detailed design and implementation. TYLin is a global, full-service infrastructure consulting firm with more than 3,000 employees across the Americas, Asia, and Europe. The company describes its work as developing innovative, cost-effective, constructible designs and more sustainable, resilient infrastructure solutions. It offers career development opportunities and a total rewards package that may include medical, disability and life insurance, continuing education benefits, paid time off, an employee assistance program, and a retirement savings plan with company matching contributions. The stated base compensation range for this position is $100,000–$135,000 annually.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or higher in Architecture, Urban Planning, Environmental Design, Graphic Design, or a related discipline.
At least 5 years of relevant professional experience, with a strong emphasis on wayfinding planning and design.
Demonstrated experience developing wayfinding strategies and signage systems for complex built environments.
Strong understanding of pedestrian circulation, passenger journeys, spatial orientation, signage hierarchies, and information design.
Experience integrating wayfinding into architectural, planning, and multidisciplinary infrastructure projects.
Ability to interpret client requirements and translate complex operational and spatial needs into clear, practical design solutions.
Strong communication, presentation, coordination, and stakeholder engagement skills.
Proficiency in relevant design and documentation tools, such as Adobe Creative Suite, AutoCAD, Revit, or comparable software.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and contribute effectively within multidisciplinary project teams.
Familiarity with accessibility standards, inclusive design principles, and applicable signage requirements.

Nice To Haves

Experience on transportation or transit infrastructure projects, such as rail stations, transit hubs, airports, terminals, or other public transportation facilities.
Professional registration or relevant design credentials; equivalent experience may also be demonstrated.

Responsibilities

Develop wayfinding strategies, navigation concepts, and signage frameworks for complex buildings, public spaces, and transportation infrastructure.
Lead the development of wayfinding concepts, sign families, signage layouts, environmental graphics, and related design documentation.
Coordinate wayfinding systems with architectural design, interior environments, site planning, circulation, and passenger flow.
Apply user-centered design principles to create intuitive, legible, and consistent navigation experiences for diverse users, including people with disabilities and people unfamiliar with the environment.
Collaborate with architects, planners, engineers, transportation specialists, and other technical disciplines to integrate wayfinding solutions into overall project design.
Facilitate workshops, present design concepts, communicate recommendations, and incorporate client and stakeholder feedback into project deliverables.
Guide preparation and review of wayfinding plans, signage schedules, design guidelines, specifications, and related documentation.
Coordinate with project managers and technical teams on design milestones, project constraints, and implementation support.
Ensure designs align with applicable accessibility requirements, relevant codes and standards, client criteria, and project-specific guidelines.
Support proposals and client presentations and help identify opportunities to expand TYLin's wayfinding and passenger experience capabilities.