Technical Designer (Per Diem)
Production Resource Group
- Las Vegas, NV
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Work with Client’s Scenic Design Team to bring their bid draftings to a fabrication set for the shop floor.
- Interface with estimating department to prepare project bid and define scope.
- Interface with client to define overall requirements for each project.
- Provide concept and fabrication layouts.
- Complete all pertinent calculations, analysis, and documentation.
- Review all safety and reliability concerns.
- Generate accurate bills of materials and highlight long lead items that could delay fabrication.
- Interface with production departments to ensure all design and performance goals are met.
- Support and cross train Technical Designers and Draftsmen in design disciplines.
- Strong verbal and written communications skills
- Team player to work with a dynamic team.
- Microsoft office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, and Power Point) are mandatory.
- Knowledge of parametric design software.
- Static Physics knowledge is a plus.
- Electrical knowledge is a plus.
- Knowledge of entertainment staging techniques (Lighting, Video, Rigging and Automation) a plus.
- Knowledge of Creo and Windchill is a plus
- Bachelors or Master’s degree in Technical Theater. Equivalent work experience could be a substitute.
- Extensive experience in Technical Design of machinery and Fabrication of Scenery within the entertainment industry, minimum 5 years of experience
- 3D AutoCAD experience is a must or other equivalent modeling programs.
- Vector Works experience is a plus.
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time.
- The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
- The position requires the ability to see clearly (with or without the aid of glasses or contact lenses) during responsibilities on and off a computer.
- Must be able to communicate effectively by listening and in both written and verbal forms.