What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Technical Designer, Scenic position at Production Resource Group Llc?
Overview
PRG is the world’s leading provider of services and solutions in entertainment and live events. Every day, we turn the creative vision of our customers into production and technical reality, deepening their connection to their audiences. What sets us apart are our people. No other company in our industry has such a deep and diverse bench of talent, working across theatre, TV, film, music, corporate events, equipment rental and more. With over 300 patents and 130 registered trademarks, PRG is defined by innovation. And through our network of 42 offices spanning five continents, we can deliver for our customers anywhere around the globe.Responsibilities
PURPOSE: Sr. Technical Designer: Over sees department. Designs and develops components for entertainment scenery and machinery design projects under direct supervision.To conceive elegant and profitable design solutions that enhances the artistic as well as functional goals of each project.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Define the specific performance and artistic requirements for each effect.Provide concept designs and layouts.Investigate all safety and reliability concerns.Complete client’s unresolved aesthetic design issues.Provide a reasonable balance between the client’s creative needs and the company’s profitability.Generate accurate bills of materials and highlight long lead items that could delay fabrication.Generate Statement of Probable Cost.Interface with production departments to ensure all design and quality goals are met.Support and cross train Engineers and Draftsmen in theater design and technology disciplines.Provide weekly project updates to design lead/ team.Assist development of standardized solutions.
Pre-Production PhaseDetermine design assumptions and life safety issuesInterface with client/ project manager to finalize aesthetic details and performance intent.Participate in Site Surveys to understand space limits/ abilities as needed.
Preliminary Design PhaseLayout effect geometryComplete preliminary engineering calculations and analysisConfirm effect actuation types and power requirementsSelect major mechanical/structural components and materialsComplete any aesthetic and performance details left unresolved by the clientLayout effect packagingLayout interface of mechanical/structural components with aesthetic elementsPrepare preliminary facility impacts and/or concept design submittals as requiredEnsure design meets life safety standardsEnsure design meets owner contractual requirementsPropose fabrication techniques and subcontractors as neededContinue to identify changes to scope of work for additional client salesContinue to identify shortfalls in bid submission that lead to budget and/or schedule overrunsDetailed Design PhaseComplete final facility impact submissionComplete site coordination plan and finalize installation strategy with installation directorFinalize effect geometry and packagingResearch reusable inventory componentsComplete final engineering calculations and analysisComplete final bills of materials and initiate procurementConfirm design continues to meet safety, contractual, and code/regulatory requirementsCreate fabrication detail and assembly drawingsContinue to identify changes to scope of work for additional client salesCreate final design submittal documentation for approval
Fabrication PhaseInterface with production departments to guarantee products are fabricated as designedEnsure that safety and quality goals are being met in fabricationTroubleshoot any difficulties resulting from client, design, or fabrication oversightsSupport installation and site coordination issues as needed
Shipping & Installation PhaseContinue to support installation and site coordination issues as needed
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:The Technical Designer is responsible for the design, management, and development of designsfrom concept to completion.
Qualifications
- Entertainment scenery/machinery design and/or fabrication experience.
- Mechanical, structural, and/or fluid power design experience.
- AutoCAD 2D computer aided drafting experience. 3D experience a plus
- Computer literacy with Windows, Excel, Word
- Bachelors degree in technical theater or engineering
- 3-5 years industry experience.
- Good oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
- Must be self-motivated able to self-manage time.
- Ability to work with remote co-workers consistently.
EEO and Disclosure
PRG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. PRG is a drug-free work environment, pre-employment testing will be required.
This is a safety sensitive position and will require pre-employment drug screening.
Production Resource Group LLC participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
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