Design Engineer

Company Description

SPMDesign is a full-service interdisciplinary design studio and fabrication company, committed to delivering bespoke solutions for agencies, architects, and global brands. Our team collaborates holistically with clients from concept ideation through design engineering to create memorable storytelling and authentic brand experiences. Our services span art installations, environment design, experiential design, and large-scale architectural installations, always striving to leave a lasting impression. Located in Orange, CA, we emphasize craftsmanship and passion in all our endeavors, ensuring quality and authenticity in every project.

Role Description

This is a full-time hybrid role based in Orange, CA for a Design Engineer. The Design Engineer will engage with various tasks including design engineering, mechanical and electrical engineering, and product design. Day-to-day responsibilities involve developing and executing design concepts, creating detailed engineering drawings using CAD, and collaborating with the fabrication team to ensure the accurate realization of designs. The role demands a strong attention to detail and the ability to work closely with other engineers, designers, and clients to bring designs from concept to completion.

Responsibilities –

Design Engineering

● Meet with Project Managers, Lead Designer, and Director of Fabrication to go over the scope of the project and download all relevant info, including: Budget, Schedule, Design and/or site constraints, Fabrication methods and materials.

● Develop a deep knowledge-base and research appropriate processes, materials, and hardware to be used in a wide range of projects

● Propose design-minded, engineered solutions to Director of Fabrication and Lead Designer/PM for feedback and approval

● Provide shop drawings and renderings for our shop, vendors, and clients, including: Technical, dimensioned drawings, Site surveys, Material take-offs, Hardware specs, Installation diagrams, Bills of Material

● Develop production files for CNC, 3D printing, laser cutting, etc.

Skills & Expectations as a Design Engineer -

● Maintain a positive attitude with the team no matter the size or challenge of a project.

● Maintain a high level of professional decorum at all times while representing the company with internal staff, vendors/partners and clients

● Solution-Focused

● Process-Driven

● Detail-Oriented

● Strong analytical and problem solving skills demonstrated by a strong project portfolio.

● Strong ability to adapt in a changing environment with the ability to multi-task, effectively deal with ambiguity, and proactively ensure that progress and results are constant

● Strong interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills

● Experience designing and fabricating with a wide range of materials and methods, including but not limited to woods, metals, resins, and composites is appreciated.

● Advanced Proficiency in creating shop and design drawings, models, and production files using Rhinoceros, Solidworks, or a similar software is required.

● Basic Familiarity with Grasshopper is appreciated, but not required.

● Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite is appreciated but not required.

● Basic Familiarity with digital fabrication technology including CNC milling, laser cutting, and 3d printing is required.

● Familiarity with drawing conventions used in the Fabrication and Construction Industries.

Education and Experience -

● Bachelor's degree or higher in Architecture, Industrial design, Mechanical or Structural Engineering, Exhibit Design, Theatrical Design or similar is required. Equivalent experience in lieu of a formal degree will be considered.

Salary Range - $70,000.00 - $130,000.00 based on knowledge and experience.