About the role
THE OPPORTUNITY
The role of a Technical Designer is to translate briefs and sketches into finished shop drawings that are ready for production. The role requires organization and technical knowledge in equal measure. Technical Designers are expected to follow every step of the drawing checklist process and ensure the drawing sent to production is accurate, comprehensive, and covers all aspects of the design.
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
This is a role that revolves around technical ability and ability to work in an organized team, while being able to communicate clearly to the designer, sales, as well as the production team.
A technical designer’s projects predominantly include shop drawings for: Customized commissions, variations to catalogue pieces and furniture and accessory collections.
Key responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
- Communicate with designer to transform creative sketches and briefs into a comprehensive and accurate execution drawing
- Prepare clear and legible execution drawings of products using AutoCAD
- Suggest creative solutions to resolve design as well as structural & assembly details
- Work closely with the production coordinator to overlook the production process, ensure quality and assess room for improvement
- Ensure that projects meet deadlines and goals, through effective communication and supervision with suppliers, production team, design team, and sales team
- Research efficient techniques and materials to improve existing and new products, while taking price, quality and function into account
- Actively seek best practices and materials to incorporate into design
- Assist in the design and organization of campaigns and studio events
- Knowledge of current design trends and technologies in order to maintain studios competitive edge
- Approach all design and research projects, large or small, with creativity, curiosity, precision, and a sense of mission
WHAT WE ARE SEEKING
We are seeking a strong and energetic character fit with solid human values, as much as professional credentials. Moreover, a motivated, passionate and adaptable character will thrive in our work environment as we expect candidates to be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment where they will be gaining exposure to numerous key players in the field.
Candidates must have good understanding of the brand’s design values. In addition, a working knowledge of the following programs is necessary: AutoCAD, 3D Studio Max, Rhinoceros, Adobe Suite, and Microsoft Office.
We want the candidate to bring their own creative experience to the position, and to understand how they can add to the qualities. We are excited at the prospect of being pushed in different ways to new heights. It is important that the candidate is self-motivated, and has great initiative as a technical designer in the studio.