Senior Designer/Drafter

Our client is a leading provider of live event production, custom fabrication, and audiovisual solutions, delivering large-scale experiences for corporate events, entertainment venues, experiential activations, and high-profile productions nationwide. We are seeking an experienced Senior Designer/Drafter to lead drafting efforts, develop detailed 2D and 3D design documentation, and collaborate with engineering, fabrication, and production teams to deliver high-quality, buildable solutions. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership skills, extensive CAD experience, and a background in fabricated structures and custom projects. Key Responsibilities: Leadership & Team Management Lead, mentor, and manage a team of drafters across multiple projects. Assign tasks, review work, and ensure accuracy and consistency across all deliverables. Establish and maintain drafting standards, workflows, and best practices. Provide guidance, feedback, and training to support team development. Drafting & Technical Oversight Oversee the creation of technical drawings and plans based on design specifications. Review and approve 2D drawings and 3D CAD models of components, assemblies, and environments. Ensure all drawing packages are accurate, complete, and fabrication-ready. Manage multiple fast-paced projects while maintaining priorities, milestones, and deadlines. Oversee generation of bills of materials (BOMs), assemblies, and engineering calculations. Collaboration & Project Execution Work closely with engineers, designers, fabrication teams, and production personnel to translate concepts into buildable solutions. Lead drawing reviews, revisions, and redline updates throughout project lifecycles. Communicate design intent, technical constraints, and construction logic clearly across departments. Serve as a key liaison between design, engineering, and production teams. Identify opportunities to improve workflows, efficiency, and documentation standards. Support technical problem-solving during design, fabrication, and installation phases. Ensure alignment with fabrication capabilities, materials, and structural requirements. Additional Responsibilities Lift and move design- and technology-related equipment (up to 50 lbs.). Perform other duties as assigned. Requirements Required 5+ years of professional drafting, design, or CAD experience. 3–5+ years of advanced 3D CAD modeling and design experience. Demonstrated experience leading drafting teams, projects, or technical personnel. Strong understanding of: Wood and sheet goods Metal components and weldments Fabricated structures and assemblies Large-scale metal structures, roof systems, overhangs, or architectural statement pieces Strong proficiency creating detailed 2D drawing sets and complex 3D models. Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills. Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment Preferred Specialty Certifications (but not required) CSWP-SIM – "Certified SOLIDWORKS Professional – Simulation" CSWP-CAM – "Certified SOLIDWORKS Professional – CAM" CSWP-SM – "Certified SOLIDWORKS Professional – Sheet Metal"