Job Description
Position: Technical Designer
Employment: Full Time | 42.5 hours per week
Location: Creation Group, Knockin Industrial Estate, Shropshire, SY10 8ED
Role:
We are looking for an experienced, solution-led, and detail oriented Technical Designer to join our growing team. Reporting to the Head of Production, as a Technical Designer you will bridge the gap between creative design and fabrication, working to bring innovative designs to life by applying practical manufacturing knowledge. You will work across multiple design projects of varying size and complexity alongside a team of Production Managers to clearly detail the correct technical solutions and fabrication methodologies. Drawings will be used to communicate directly to the Workshop and external fabrication suppliers. Work will also include creating clear site and survey packs to document instals, de rigs and site surveys. The role will require working across jobs simultaneously ensuring that jobs are executed to company and client standards in a compliant and industry-leading way.
Key Responsibilities:
● Providing both conceptual and detailed visual representation of projects at various stages of their lifecycle - enabling projects to move through stakeholders and achieve the relevant sign offs.
● Creating articulate and accurate technical fabrication drawings for the Workshop and third party fabrication partners.
● Protecting brand and company integrity by upholding construction standards, meeting and supporting our defined ways of working/manufacture.
● Driving for continual improvement and innovation
Candidate:
Successful candidates will have a strong background in Technical Design and be comfortable with working in an office environment whilst supporting design queries directly in the on site workshop. They must have a methodical, collaborative, thorough and focused approach to work. They will have;
● Experience: 3+ years of Technical Design experience, with a strong track record of supporting fabrication teams from design through to final build.
● A full driving licence is required for this position.
● Strong knowledge of fabrication techniques, including cabinetry, timber construction, and metalwork, with a focus on balancing aesthetic goals with technical feasibility.
● Proficient in 3D modelling software (Vectorworks and Fusion 360 preferred) and advanced skills in 2D technical drawing and draughting with a solid understanding of manufacturing standards.
● Demonstrated experience in design for manufacturing, with an ability to consider cost-efficiency, weight, and production complexity during the design process.
● Exceptional problem-solving skills with a solution-oriented mindset, the ability to work under pressure, and a methodical approach to challenges.
Preferable Additions:
● Knowledge of set build and the live event industry
● Proficiency across Sketch Up and/or Adobe Suite
● Knowledge of the Aluvision modular system
Creation:
We are an industry leading full service Brand Experience group that produces and executes an exciting portfolio of projects with a range of flagship clients. Since 2012 we have been disrupters of the experiential marketing and live event industry, managing client projects from concept through to delivery.
Creation is founded around four key service offerings - Creative, Production, Live and Asset & Inventory Management which enable us to offer our clients a turn key solution to deliver stand out brand experiences. We focus on creative, solution-led, high quality outputs and through integrity, passion and a one team mentality we are trusted by our clients to create and deliver the impossible. We dedicate ourselves to fostering a collaborative environment where our employees are continuously striving for excellence, innovation and professional growth, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to contribute, thrive and make a meaningful impact.
This approach has set us apart from agencies in our field, leading to record breaking growth and recognition as one of the fastest growing companies both in the UK and Europe (Financial Times - FT 1000, Sunday Times Top 100, FEBE) for the last three consecutive years. We are also Silver-accredited by Ecovadis which recognises companies for their sustainability practices and their commitment to Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) policies.
Benefits:
● Competitive salary based on experience
● Discretionary Annual Bonus Scheme based on Company and personal performance ● Pension contributions
● 28 days (including Bank Holidays) that will increase by 1 day per annum up to a maximum of 38 days
● Enhanced Parental, Family and Special Leave
● Macbook and IT equipment/ancillaries as required
● Skills & training opportunities
● Training as required as part of company training schemes
● Issue of company uniform and clothing
Creation Group are committed equal opportunities employers and positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy and maternity.
All applicants are asked to submit a CV and cover letter to: jobs@creation-group.com