TAIT partners with artists, brands, IP holders and place makers to bring culture-defining, never-before-seen experiences to life. With a legacy of innovation spanning over 45 years, TAIT has grown from pioneering in rock ‘n’ roll concert staging to setting the global standard for extraordinary live events and experiences through cutting-edge technology, precision engineering, and creative design. TAIT’s 20 global offices have developed iconic productions and experiences in over 30 countries, all seven continents, and even outer space for renowned performers, theme parks, exhibits, and venues across the globe, including partnerships with Taylor Swift, Cirque Du Soleil, Royal Opera House, Nike, NASA, Bloomberg, Google, Beyoncé, and The Olympics
Position Purpose
The Electrical Engineer will be responsible for designing, prototyping, testing, and implementing advanced electrical systems and components, as well as the cases, enclosures, and chassis used to house them. They will work on a wide variety of products including rack-mounted electrical/electronic products, hoist & winch machinery conversions and related structural interfaces. They will also spend a proportion of their time helping to maintain and support existing product line.
Responsibilities
* Detailed hardware design of the electrical and mechanical elements of our products from concept generation, through prototype phases, to final detailed design for manufacture.
* Generate creative design solutions based on sound engineering principles, making intelligent use of proven methods to reduce technical risk.
* Produce clear and accurate design documents, e.g. schematics, bills of materials, CAD drawings.
* Build strong relationships with other engineers on Hampton site and across TAIT, taking a collaborative approach to new product design and development, drawing on your experience and learning from others.
* Work actively with Production team to ensure your designs transfer well to manufacture, seeking feedback to refine your designs.
* Coordinate with Purchasing team to provide technical input into the procurement process, engaging directly with external suppliers when required to ensure the quality and value of our outside vendor parts and services.
* Design mechanical components for enclosures using methods for sheet metal manufacturing and CNC machining.
* Maintain a working knowledge of applicable technical standards, creating and compiling the relevant design documentation to support CE marking, UL certification, and other regulatory requirements.
* Support the ongoing production of existing products; fault finding, managing obsolescence, and updating legacy designs as required.
Position Requirements
* BS in electrical or mechanical engineering, or equivalent practical experience
* Practical electrical design experience involving 3-phase power, motor control, variable speed drives, PLCs, SIL rated safety systems, and associated switchgear
* Mechanical design experience preferred, with a focus on product chassis and associated metalwork, including knowledge of material science, mechanical connection engineering, and design for environmental conditions
* Proficiency at using EPLAN or AutoCAD Electrical to create schematics, layouts, and cable assembly drawings
* Experience using 3D design software (preferably Autodesk Inventor) to design bent-metal chassis or similar
* Hands-on prototyping skills, and a desire to help get your designs “off the page”
* Previous exposure to the entertainment industry is a plus.
TAIT is an equal opportunity employer fully committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran or any other protected characteristic as outlined by international, national, state, or local laws.