Exhibit Design-Build Specialist

Exhibit Design/Build Specialist

Non Exempt, Hourly

Compensation: $20.00 - $22.00

This position is available as either full-time or part-time, depending on the candidate's availability and preferences. Please specify your preferred schedule when applying.

About The Museum

The Children's Museum of Pittsburgh provides innovative and inclusive museum experiences that inspire kindness, joy, creativity and curiosity for all learners. We forge connections with artists, community partners and neighbors to work on behalf of children, youth and families. We have a vision to transform education. We believe people of all ages can benefit from different types of learning experiences.

Benefits

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees that includes: Medical, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick and Holidays). Floating Holiday, 403(b) Retirement Plan. Educational Assistance and Professional Development. Free Museum membership. Parking at a discounted price. Depending on classification: Vision, Life Insurance, Short Term and Long Term Disability,

Position Summary

Within a team environment, this position is responsible for developing, designing and fabricating exhibit components, experiences and artworks. This position will be a part of an active design/build team that creates original fixtures, furnishings and exhibits (FFE), as well as maintains and repairs said FFE. In this role, the Exhibit Design/Build Specialist will support and collaborate with the CMP designers, technical staff and visiting artists to build unique, robust components and mechanisms for permanent and traveling exhibits and experiences.

Essential Job Functions

• Fabricate and assemble parts based on drawings while modifying dimensions, tolerances, and finishes based on an understanding of each part's function in an assembly.
• Efficiently design and build original prototypes, components and experiences from sketches, drawings or verbal descriptions.
• Work with design staff and visiting artists to provide feedback on exhibit and installation design, feasibility, and scheduling.
• Work with technical staff to improve existing exhibit components, including design changes and fabricating new parts.
• Work with technical staff to keep shops clean, organized and safe.
  
  

Additional Responsibilities

• Budget forecasting, managing, and reconciling of expenses for each project.
• Provide immediate, on-site technical and maintenance support for the exhibits and artworks on view.
• Install/deinstall new exhibits and artworks seasonally.
  
  

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time based on business needs and in support of the mission of Children's Museum of Pittsburgh.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree preferred in relevant field such as industrial design, art, or architecture. Relevant work experiences will also be considered.

Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years in a field related to design, fabrication, installation or comparable experience. A portfolio to support a variety projects and approaches is required.

Skills

• Proficiency using Fusion 360 CAD software
• Operate manual and CNC woodworking, machining, and metalworking machinery and maintain tooling.
• Experience designing and building PCBs
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Project planning and time estimating
• Excellent communication & collaboration skills
  
  

Physical Requirements, And Equipment Usage

Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials is required.

Position requires moving regularly and consistently during construction and maintenance of exhibits. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. regularly. Occasionally lifts 70-100 lbs which may be done with assistance.

The physical demands and work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment, Hours Of Work, And Travel Requirements

• Duties will be performed in a museum environment, which includes interaction with the public and exposure to children and families.
• On-site; Monday - Friday
• This position requires exposure to chemicals and hazardous materials as follows: Wood, metal, and plastic dust. Welding and cutting fumes. Chemicals (cutting fluids, paints, solvents, fluxes, industrial gasses). Loud machinery.
  
  

Clearances

FBI fingerprints results, PA Child Abuse History Certification (Act 33) and PA State Criminal Record Check (Act 34) are required.

The Children's Museum of Pittsburgh provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic or trait protected by local, state, or federal law.

If you are interested in applying for this position, please complete our online application found

at: https://pittsburghkids.org/about/careers-opportunities/careers/  

Thank you for your interest.

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