Technical Designer

Title: Technical Designer (Scenic/Events) Location: North London Type: Full Time Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 Job Ref: 40971 About the Rol eMy client are looking for an experienced Technical Designer to join their creative construction team, specialising in experiential events, pop-up retail, TV, film and brand activations. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in transforming creative concepts into buildable realities, working on innovative projects from concept through to fabrication . As a Technical Designer, you will be responsible for translating creative briefs into technically robust construction drawings and fabrication-ready documentation. Working closely with design, production and workshop teams, you'll develop practical solutions that balance creativity, structural integrity and efficient manufactur e. This role requires extensive scenic fabrication knowledge and experience within experiential events, pop-up retail, TV or film environments. You'll be confident solving complex technical challenges and promoting a collaborative, solution-focused approach throughout the design proce ss. Key Responsibili ties• Interpret client and creative briefs and develop practical technical soluti ons.• Produce detailed construction drawings, technical plans and shop-ready fabrication packa ges.• Develop structural and fabrication solutions suitable for CNC machining, 3D printing and other manufacturing proces ses.• Collaborate with designers, project managers and workshop teams to ensure concepts are practical, efficient and cost-effective to bu ild.• Identify and resolve technical challenges throughout the design and production proc ess.• Ensure designs meet quality, safety and production requireme nts.• Promote a proactive problem-solving culture within the design t eam.• Stay up to date with new materials, technologies and fabrication techniq ues. Abou t YouYou'll be an experienced Technical Designer with a passion for creative construction and a strong understanding of fabrication methods. You enjoy finding practical solutions to complex design challenges and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environ ment. Essential Skills & Expe rience• Minimum of four years' experience in technical design within creative constru ction.• Specialist fabrication knowledge within experiential events, pop-up retail, TV or film.• Strong experience producing construction detailing and shop-ready technical dra wings.• Excellent understanding of fabrication methods, materials and assembly techn iques.• Knowledge of designing for CNC machining and 3D pri nting.• Proficiency in Rhino, SketchUp and other relevant CAD sof tware.• Excellent technical communication, documentation and presentation s kills.• Strong organisational skills with exceptional attention to d etail.• Ability to manage multiple projects and perform well under pre ssure.• A proactive mindset with a commitment to continuous learning and innov ation. What The y Offer• Competitive salary and benefits p ackage.• 30 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), plus three paid days between Christmas and Ne w Year.• Company p ension.• Private medical ins urance.• Flexible working, including the opportunity to work from home one day pe r week.• Opportunities for professional development and career progr ession.• A collaborative, creative and inclusive working environment where innovation is enco uraged. Please get in touch w ith me, Summer Bolitho summer.bolitho@mustardjo bs.co.uk if this position sounds of interest. I am a consultant at mustard with a specialist approach to creative recr uitment. For more info on this role or to chat about other options call 07441 347 431. More roles can be found at www.mustardjobs.co.uk/jobs and other snippets at www.mustardjobs.co.uk don't forget we are a recruitment agency and not the e nd hirer.