Freelance Technical Designer

Deeplocal - Pittsburgh, PA

Part-time - Entry Level

Pittsburgh, PA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Deeplocal is seeking a freelance Technical Designer who thrives on new challenges and one of a kind projects. Technical Designers work seamlessly with internal engineering and production team members, as well as external vendors, to produce shop drawings for fabrication and client submittal packages. Technical Designers are responsible and accountable for ensuring the accuracy of technical documentation required to fabricate, install and maintain custom fabrication projects. It is expected that this position will average approximately 30 hours per week, with flexibility for additional or fewer hours, based on availability and project needs.

Responsibilities

• Produce accurate and robust CAD models of custom fabrication projects.
• Transform hand sketches and preliminary models into detailed models with little oversight.
• Develop and maintain 2d drawing packages for use by internal or external fabrication shops.
• Develop and maintain fabrication level BOMs.
• Interface and communicate directly with the fabrication team to provide technical support on projects as required.
• Coordinate with the Creative Technology team for integration of interactive technology components.
• Coordinate with the Engineering team for integration of complex mechanical components.
• Provide 2d layouts and 3d models for use in larger integration packages.
• Coordinate with the creative team to maintain creative intent during the fabrication design process.
• Provide feedback to the creative team on engineering feasibility and approach as needed.
• Clearly communicate technical approaches and implications to clients as necessary.

Requirements

• Proficiency in a technical 3d modeling package such as Autodesk Inventor or Solidworks.
• Proficiency in creating notated and dimensioned 2d layouts from 3d models.
• Strong engineering/technical skills and experience building real-world experiences.
• Highly organized with strong project management skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills.
• Creative thinker with strong ability to problem-solve.

Nice-to-haves

• Themed Entertainment
• Events and Experiences
• Interactive Technology
• Mechanical Design
• Theatrical Fabrication
• Exhibit Fabrication

Benefits

• Flexible working hours
• Opportunity to work on unique and innovative projects
• Collaborative work environment