Lead Technical Designer

Location: Las Vegas, NV | Status: Exempt

About the role

The Lead Technical Designer is responsible for creating and delivering accurate, innovative, and efficient design solutions for live events and entertainment projects. This role requires expertise in Autodesk Inventor, technical documentation, and fabrication processes to transform project concepts into clear, buildable designs. The Lead Technical Designer will provide mentorship and guidance to Technical Designers, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented team environment. The Lead Technical Designer will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Fabrication and Project Management, to ensure seamless communication and coordination.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the design of solutions to customer issues using solutions from rental inventory or new build, working closely with the Technical Design and Engineering Manager.
• Generate clear concise construction drawings using Autodesk Inventor for the Fabrication Department to implement in the manufacturing process.
• Develop overall concept models for various projects, providing a comprehensive vision for the design solution.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Fabrication and Project Management, to ensure seamless communication and coordination, as well as to determine project needs and ensure accurate interpretation and representation in design solutions.
• Review and guide Technical Designers in the creation of detailed and accurate construction drawings by reviewing drawings prior to fabrication.
• Ensure that design solutions meet project specifications, industry standards, and customer expectations.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to Technical Designers, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented team environment.
• Participate in project meetings to offer technical expertise, address challenges, and provide input on design-related matters.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts, optimizing design processes and workflows monitoring efficiency of designs during the fabrication process.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, advancements, and emerging technologies in technical design and engineering.
• Any other action deemed reasonable or significant by management.

Requirements

• Proficiency in Autodesk Inventor, Microsoft Excel, and other relevant design tools.
• Previous experience in technical design with familiarity in fabrication and live event production processes.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in design documentation.
• Ability to multitask and adapt to evolving project needs in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of industry standards, rigging principles, materials, and manufacturing techniques.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in team settings.
• Relevant education or equivalent work experience in technical design, engineering, or a related field.
• Familiarity with construction drawings, technical specifications, and documentation processes.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit at a computer workstation for extended periods while working on CAD and technical drawings.
• Occasional lifting, carrying, or moving of materials, drawings, or equipment up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, and move within fabrication and warehouse environments as needed to review projects or collaborate with teams.
• Manual dexterity to operate computer equipment, office machinery, and measurement tools.
• Visual acuity to read detailed drawings, blueprints, schematics, and digital displays.
• Occasional bending, stooping, or reaching when handling design samples or interacting with production materials.
• Must be able to safely navigate a fabrication or warehouse environment, including exposure to moderate noise, dust, or moving mechanical parts during design review.