Associate Technical Designer

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Associate Technical Designer to support the creative development, technical drafting, and fabrication of fast-paced, creative projects. This role reports functionally to the Design Director and works under the direction of Project Managers and Production Managers across the project lifecycle.

Acting as the design conduit between Project Managers and the production team, the Associate Technical Designer translates complex project requirements into concise, user-friendly technical drawings and production-ready files. A strong foundation in 2D / 3D design, mechatronics, and fabrication is essential to effectively drive production across departments and vendors. This role plays a vital part in ensuring seamless project execution through close collaboration and contribution to evolving design and production workflows.

The ideal candidate works well under pressure, brings a positive, goal-oriented mindset, and excels at critical thinking and creative problem-solving, with the intent of delivering exceptional results.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participate in the development of renderings, creative presentations, technical drawings, production and installation documentation, ensuring all deliverables meet client standards.
• Report to Project and Production Managers while working closely with clients and project teams to deliver exceptional, cost-effective designs and secure timely approvals.
• Support senior designers on complex projects to ensure seamless execution and alignment.
• Create accurate, production-ready files for internal purposes and external vendors across a range of fabrication methods, including commercial 2D / 3D printing, laser cutting, metalwork, casting, CNC machining, and related processes.
• Support the project team through research, site surveying, estimating, prototyping, purchasing, fabrication, installation, and quality-control across facilities.
• Incorporate design standards, templates, and scalable labeling systems to ensure consistency and clarity throughout production.
• Organize and maintain project files and documentation with version control for easy cross-departmental access across one-off and recurring projects.
• Attend client, kick-off, departmental, and post-project review meetings.
• Contribute to department initiatives through ongoing improvements and workflow optimizations.

REQUIREMENTS