New York, USA
Technical draftsperson
at UAP
UAP is looking for a technical draftsperson to join its busy New York studio and workshop.
UAP collaborates with emerging and established artists, architects, developers and designers to deliver creative outcomes for the public realm. We engage in all aspects of the delivery process from commissioning & curatorial services, through concept generation and design development right into fabrication and installation. Visit uapcompany.com for more information.
A technical draftsperson is responsible for designing and providing technical solutions based on design concepts as well as visual information and technical specifications to develop safe and cost-effective construction methods. Further, the role will also focus on specialized machinery and fabrications, drawing on mainstream engineering principles and practices.
Key responsibilities:
- create technical drawings for shop build and/or subcontractor fabrication based on designer drawings, layouts, and other visual aids
- design and engineer custom solutions to challenging engineering problems to meet specific requirements of diverse project-based applications
- draft detailed assembly/installation drawings for use by professional installers/contractors
- research and order materials and hardware required to execute the construction of designed units
- actively communicate with construction team and participate in the commissioning of units designed
- works closely with engineering manager, project managers and production managers to meet both budgetary and scheduling goals
- understanding the underlying physics of complex problems
- understand capabilities of machining and fabrication via the UAP shop and subcontractors
- communicate with client creative and supervisory staff during the design and construction phases of the project
- select and order appropriate materials for design
- provide details to procurement department to aid in part and vendor selection
- help monitor quality control
- eye for design aesthetic
- build library of knowledge of previous designs
Qualifications:
- bachelor’s degree or above in technical design, engineering, and/or equivalent experience
- minimum three years of relevant experience in drafting/design/fabrication
- SolidWorks or Autodesk Inventor, and AutoCAD
- solid knowledge of various fabrication/installation
- sound knowledge of mechanical design and problem solving ability
- able to work under pressure and with minimum supervision
- excellent team player
- strong work ethic and focus on delivery
- appreciation for the art and architectural world
What’s on offer? A competitive salary package (full-time permanent role) and the opportunity to be part of a dynamic team and growing brand. Great inner city office located near public transport.