Lead Technical Designer

Lead Technical Designer

Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA)

Brooklyn, NY

Salary: $80,000 – $105,000 (Dependent on experience)

• Lead the development and review of renderings, creative presentations, technical drawings, production and installation documentation, ensuring all deliverables meet client standards.
• Collaborate with third‑party professionals – including contractors, engineers, regulatory agencies, tradespeople, AV specialists, riggers, and logistics providers.
• Create accurate, production‑ready files for internal teams and external vendors across a range of fabrication methods, including commercial 2D/3D printing, laser cutting, metalwork, casting, CNC machining, and related processes.
• Support the project team through research, site surveying, estimating, prototyping, purchasing, part tracking, fabrication, installation, and quality‑control across facilities.
• Anticipate potential project challenges and proactively offer cost‑effective, efficient solutions to mitigate risks and pitfalls.
• Incorporate design standards, templates, and scalable labeling systems to ensure consistency and clarity throughout production.
• Organize and maintain project files and documentation with version control for easy cross‑departmental access across one‑off and recurring projects.
• Attend client, kick‑off, departmental, and post‑project review meetings.
• Advance company initiatives through ongoing improvements and workflow optimizations.
• Report to Project and Production Managers while working closely with clients and project teams to deliver exceptional, cost‑effective designs and secure timely approvals.
• Ensure seamless project execution and alignment by supporting the Design Department Head.
• Mentor Technical Designers through guidance, team collaboration, skill growth, and adherence to company standards across deliverables and processes.

• Bachelor's degree in industrial design, architecture, or related creative field preferred.
• 3-5 years of technical design experience in fast‑paced creative production workshops.
• Strong knowledge of materials, hardware, and production methods.
• Expert‑level proficiency in Rhino, Grasshopper, or Solid Works (Fusion 360 and V‑Ray are a plus).
• Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite.
• Working knowledge of MS Office suite and Windows‑based workflows, especially Excel.
• Experience with engineering concepts, CNC programming, and coding (Python or SQL).
• Ability to read, interpret, and work from shop and architectural drawings.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Highly organized and detail‑oriented, with strong time management and multitasking abilities.
• Maintains a calm, solution‑driven attitude in fast‑paced, high‑pressure environments.
• Collaborative team player with the ability to work cross‑functionally across departments.
• Must be flexible and adaptable, with a willingness to work occasional extended hours, including overnight, and weekends, when necessary.
• Must be professional, punctual, and dependable, with a strong sense of accountability.
• Must be eligible to work in the U.S.

Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type:

Full‑time

Job Function:
Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology