Technical Designer

Exhibition Hub; Comunidad de Madrid; Presencial; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Exhibition Hub in Madrid is seeking a Technical Designer to convert creative concepts into precise, production-ready technical drawings that comply with international venue regulations and manufacturing requirements.

You will develop 2D/3D models, produce complete drawing packages, and collaborate with creative, production, and project teams across borders to ensure feasible, high-quality builds for immersive exhibitions.

Formación

• Minimum 3 years of experience in exhibition, events, experiential, retail, or related environment design.
• Proven ability to produce technical drawing packages and construction documentation for large-scale exhibition or event builds.
• Experience preparing production files for CNC machining, fabrication, and print production.
• Strong understanding of structural principles, load calculations, and build feasibility.
• Knowledge of international exhibition systems, modular construction methods, and venue regulations.

Responsabilidades

• Develop detailed technical drawings from approved creative concepts.
• Produce full drawing packages including plans, elevations, sections, construction details, and material specifications.
• Prepare structural detailing for exhibition stands, custom builds, and feature areas.
• Ensure compliance with venue regulations and local safety standards.
• Create accurate 2D/3D models and render-ready technical layouts.
• Liaise with production teams, contractors, and suppliers to ensure design feasibility.
• Specify materials, finishes, and construction methods.
• Review fabrication drawings and approve shop drawings.
• Resolve technical issues during pre-production and build phases.
• Provide on-site technical support when required (domestic and international).
• Coordinate with global partners and local build teams.

Conocimientos

2D/3D design

Collaboration

Regulatory awareness

Educación

Degree in Technical Design/Industrial Design/Architecture

Herramientas

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Vectorworks

Descripción del empleo

Job Title : Technical Designer

Location : Madrid

Report to: Senior Production Project Manager

About Exhibition Hub

Exhibition Hub is a leader in creating and managing large-scale, immersive art and cultural exhibitions worldwide. With a portfolio that includes experiences like *Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience*, *Titanic: The Immersive Voyage*, and *Bubble World Experience*, we combine cutting-edge technology, storytelling, and design to captivate millions of visitors globally.

Our exhibitions are currently hosted in cities across Europe, North America, and beyond, including Brussels, London, Atlanta, New York, Singapore, and Milan. Each experience offers a unique opportunity for audiences to connect with art and culture in accessible, interactive ways. At Exhibition Hub, we are dedicated to bringing art to life and making it available to everyone.

Position Summary

The Technical Designer bridges creative vision and technical execution. You will transform conceptual designs into precise, production-ready technical drawing packages that meet international venue regulations, structural standards, and manufacturing requirements. This role requires strong expertise in exhibition build systems, materials, and fabrication processes, along with the ability to collaborate across creative, production, project management teams globally.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Design & Documentation

• Develop detailed technical drawings from approved creative concepts
• Produce full drawing packages including plans, elevations, sections, construction details, and material specifications
• Prepare structural detailing for exhibition stands, custom builds, and feature areas
• Ensure compliance with venue regulations and local safety standards
• Create accurate 2D / 3D models and render-ready technical layouts

Production & Engineering Support

• Liaise with production teams, contractors, and suppliers to ensure design feasibility
• Specify materials, finishes, and construction methods
• Review fabrication drawings and approve shop drawings
• Resolve technical issues during pre-production and build phases
• Provide on-site technical support when required (domestic and international)

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Creative Designers to preserve design intent
• Collaborate with Project Managers to align technical solutions with budgets and timelines
• Coordinate with global partners and local build teams
• Support value engineering efforts without compromising quality

Qualifications & Preferred Experience

• Minimum 3 years of experience in exhibition, events, experiential, retail, or related environment design.
• Proficient in AutoCAD (required), with strong working knowledge of SketchUp, Vectorworks, or similar 2D/3D design software.
• Proven experience producing technical drawing packages and construction documentation for large-scale exhibition or event builds.
• Experience preparing production files for CNC machining, fabrication, and print production.
• Strong understanding of structural principles, load calculations, and build feasibility.
• Knowledge of international exhibition systems, modular construction methods, and venue regulations.
• Familiarity with theatrical lighting systems, power distribution requirements, and projection technologies.
• Experience coordinating projects across international venues and multicultural teams.
• Degree or diploma in Technical Design, Industrial Design, Architecture, or a related discipline preferred.
• Knowledge of sustainable materials and environmentally responsible design practices is an asset.
• Familiarity with AV, lighting, projection, and digital integration within exhibition environments is advantageous.

Travel Requirements

This role may require international travel for site surveys, build supervision, and show launches.