Mechanical Designer

At CSM we are driven by a clear purpose; to Pursue Extraordinary. We exist to create a positive impact on our partners, their audiences, our industry and our people, and to look for opportunities that can inspire a better world in everything we do.

Our diversity of experience, expertise and opinions is our greatest asset, which is why we celebrate our differences. We are looking for individuals who want to put their hand up and challenge convention to create something exciting, bigger and better each and every time.

CSM is proud to share fresh perspectives and new ideas to produce work that others don’t and won’t.  What we do is fast-paced, exciting and rewarding which is why we love it and why you’ll love life at CSM.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

The CSM Live team in Charlotte, NC is searching for a creative, organized, and experienced Mechanical Designer for our Fabrication department. The designer needs to be creative, well versed in manufacturing processes and materials used in Fabrication from concept to a finished working product.

This role will report Director, Fabrication Business Operations and Design CSM Live

Responsibilities:

Fabrication Design:

• Design and model project based off scope
• Partner with fabrication manager and project manager to determine scope of fabrication deliverables, design, materials, timelines and budgets
• Work with the team to ensure client requests are met
• Collaborate with the creative department to execute designs and build consistent communication between departments
• Design using CAD or equivalent (Fusion360) drawing program to enhance build time, material savings and accuracy
• Create design packets and schedules to track projects through completion

Fabrication Operation:

• Partner with fabrication management team to create timelines and estimates for all projects
• Conduct research to obtain the best price and quality within the budget for the procurement of materials
• Provide ongoing updates to the design process and applicable software
• Stay abreast of new technology for all aspects of design and advise on best practices
• Actively participate and contribute to fabrication related meetings
• Assist with inspecting projects throughout the fabrication process. Conduct a final quality check to ensure quality and accuracy
• Communicate regularly to ensure all parties are kept abreast of project details including any changes to the initial project
• Follow and communicate department policies and procedures
• Other duties assigned by manager: Meetings, Project Management Software (ClickUP)

THE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE YOU NEED

• Bachelor's degree in relative field or equivalent work experience
• 5-8 years of experience with Fabrication, Design, and relative software (CAD/Fusion360)
• Skilled in project management, critical and creative thinking, and relationship management with clients, vendors, project managers, internal staff, etc.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to be highly adaptable and agile in a fast-paced environment.
• Manufacturing environment experience.
• Knowledge of Business Operations, Supply Chain Management and Material is a plus.

CSM recognises that to be an agency of the future we must continue to increase the diversity of our team and the inclusivity of our culture, both of which are intrinsically linked to the health of our people, clients and business. That is why DEI continues to be a priority, ensuring our people and our work reflect and represent the next generation of fans, brands, and consumers.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate based on protected characteristics. Please note, people with differing abilities will be provided with accessibility adjustments during our recruitment process.