Position Purpose

As an Associate Mechanical Design Engineer (AMDE) at TAIT, you will be responsible for project-based work that focuses on specialized machinery and fabrications for the entertainment technology industry. You will work to gain a full understanding of TAIT safety and quality processes while also being aware of standard design principles and practices. You will be responsible for developing designs from concept through to detailed design. Additionally, you will be responsible for collaborating with all departments, rendering support to the production teams, project management, and management. 

Minimum Qualifications

To perform the essential responsibilities, individuals must have the following level of education and experience, or equivalent combination. Additionally, the following certifications, knowledge, skills, or physical requirements are necessary for the position.

• Associate/ Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Industrial Design, CADD, Technical Theatre, or Machine Design preferred, or equivalent experience
• Experience in the performing arts is a plus
• Knowledge of TAIT’s markets (live entertainment, location based experience, brand experience, placemaking) and competition
• Experience with 2D sketches and 3D CAD modeling
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Essential Responsibilities/Accountabilities

• Learn and follow standard design principles and practices with extensive supervision
• Uphold professional and ethical responsibilities, including honesty, respect for life, law, environment, public good, accuracy, rigor, leadership, and communication
• Handle project kits or small complexity/risk project elements under supervision of others
• Resolve technical issues with supervision to gain expertise through real world application
• Utilize CAD platforms to create 2D sketches, hand sketch schematics, and draw full 3D models
• Understand the importance of efficient design process and urgency level
• Develop designs from concept to detailed design, design reviews, and release of production drawings
• Produce overview packets to support client approval and internal communication processes
• Utilize CAD tools and internal file structure to document designs properly
• Collaborate with all departments, participate in design reviews, understand capabilities of machining and fab, material selection for in-house capabilities and outside vendors
• Understand standard solutions, client drawing needs, and design decisions must be backed by rationale 
• Understand plans, schedules, documents, and activities for assigned elements or projects
• Understand overall department objectives and high-level project matters, critical issues, new concepts, and policy matters
• Receive guidance on application of standard engineering principles and practices
• Understand scopes, budgets, and schedules for assignments
• Understand plans, schedules, documents, and activities for assigned elements or projects
• Understand and follow TAIT safety and quality processes
• Interact with clients, suppliers, external & third-party professional bodies & contractors, colleagues (internally and externally to the department), and others, while representing the company positively, building rapport, and demonstrating integrity and respect
• Attend inter-disciplinary project meetings as appropriate
• Participate in interview process of new Design and Engineering staff, and on-board new staff

 To perform this position successfully, each essential responsibility/accountability must be fulfilled satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the responsibilities and accountabilities outlined above.

Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and peripheral vision. The employee regularly operates a computer, including typing, using a mouse or keyboard, and viewing the screen for extended periods.

While the role does not require regular lifting or physical exertion, there may be occasional onboarding programs or training opportunities that create opportunities for more exposure to physical tasks or new environments (sites, venues, etc.)

The company is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with physical limitations or disabilities. If there are specific physical needs related to lifting, walking, or any other task, candidates are encouraged to discuss their requirements during the hiring process. The organization will make every effort to accommodate these needs to ensure equal opportunities for all employees.

Work conditions of the role are:

• Work conditions may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements such as dirt, dust, fumes, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises
• Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks which require following basic safety precautions
• Must be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work within or visit areas where required. This includes, safety glasses, reflective vest, ear plugs, steel toed shoes, and other PPE as required by the location

TAIT Towers is the Market Leader in designing, constructing and delivering world-class solutions for live experiences.Whether it’s creating awe-inspiring spectaculars, complex touring stages, theatre engineering solutions, brand activations or cruise ship installations, TAIT delivers world-class solutions for live experiences. With its proprietary entertainment automation platform, custom-made products, and creative engineering, TAIT’s cutting-edge offerings continue to advance industry standards and exceed client expectations. As a global network of over 900 employees in 14 office locations, TAIT has worked on projects in over 30 countries, all 7 continents and even outer space. TAIT’s diverse group of clients include Taylor Swift, Cirque Du Soleil, The Metropolitan Opera House, NASA, National Geographic, Beyoncé and The Olympics.

TAIT is an equal opportunity employer fully committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran or any other protected characteristic as outlined by international, national, state, or local laws.

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