Technical Designer

Scruffy Dog Creative Group; Minworth; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Scruffy Dog Creative Group in the United Kingdom is seeking an exceptional Production Designer to bridge creative vision and production. You will translate concepts into practical, fabrication-ready solutions while working with design, engineering and workshop teams.

The role requires technically minded design, strong drawing and documentation skills, and fluency with 2D/3D tools to ensure designs meet safety and production requirements.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Production Design, Technical Design or Scenic Design.
• Rhino is essential; CNC drawing experience is a plus.
• Strong understanding of fabrication, materials and construction techniques.
• Excellent spatial awareness with attention to detail.
• Strong technical drawing and documentation skills.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Rhino, SketchUp, SolidWorks, Revit or equivalents.
• Ability to interpret 2D drawings and 3D models.
• Knowledge of design-to-production workflows.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Problem-solving mindset with practical approach.

Responsibilities

• Develop creative concepts into detailed, production-ready designs.
• Produce accurate technical drawings, layouts, elevations and fabrication information.
• Collaborate with Creative Designers, Project Managers, Engineers and Workshop teams.
• Interpret design intent and translate into buildable solutions.
• Develop construction details, materials, finishes, joinery and fabrication methods.
• Review designs for practicality, manufacturability and project requirements.
• Coordinate information across disciplines and ensure consistency.
• Prepare drawing packages, schedules and technical documentation.
• Liaise with workshops, suppliers and contractors to resolve queries.
• Incorporate design revisions and manage drawing updates.
• Support value engineering without compromising vision.
• Assist with materials, prototypes and mock-ups where required.
• Attend design reviews, site visits and installation reviews.
• Ensure compliance with project, quality, safety and production requirements.
• Work to demanding programmes while maintaining accuracy.

Skills

Production Design

Technical Design

Rhino

Fabrication

Drafting

AutoCAD

Rhino (3D Modeling)

2D & 3D Visualisation

Communication

Project Management

Attention to Detail

Tools

AutoCAD

Rhino

SketchUp

SolidWorks

Revit

Job description

The Role

We are seeking an exceptional Production Designer to bridge the gap between creative vision and physical production. You will take design concepts and develop them into practical, production-ready solutions, working closely with Creative, Design, Engineering, Project Management and Workshop teams.

This role is ideal for a technically minded designer who understands how great ideas are translated into accurate drawings, specifications and fabrication-ready information while maintaining the original creative intent.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop creative concepts into detailed, practical and production-ready designs.
• Produce accurate technical drawings, layouts, elevations, details and fabrication information.
• Collaborate closely with Creative Designers, Project Managers, Engineers, Fabricators and Installation teams.
• Interpret design intent, specifications, 3D models and client requirements and translate them into buildable solutions.
• Develop construction details, materials, finishes, joinery and fabrication methods appropriate to each project.
• Review designs for practicality, manufacturability, installation and overall project requirements.
• Coordinate design information across multiple disciplines and ensure consistency throughout the project.
• Prepare and maintain drawing packages, schedules, specifications and technical documentation.
• Liaise with workshops, suppliers and contractors to resolve production and technical queries.
• Incorporate design revisions and manage drawing updates throughout the production process.
• Support value engineering and identify practical alternatives without compromising the creative vision.
• Assist with material selection, prototypes, mock-ups and sample reviews where required.
• Attend design reviews, production meetings, site visits and installation reviews as necessary.
• Ensure designs meet relevant project, quality, safety and production requirements.
• Work to demanding project programmes while maintaining a high standard of accuracy and presentation.

About You

You will be a highly creative yet technically capable designer with strong experience taking projects from design development through to fabrication and installation. Experience within themed entertainment, exhibitions, experiential design, interiors, architecture, events, scenic fabrication or bespoke manufacturing would be highly advantageous.

You should have:

• Proven experience in Production Design, Technical Design, Scenic Design or a related discipline.
• Rhino is an essential skill required for the role and CNC cutting drawings experience an advantage.
• Strong understanding of fabrication, materials, construction techniques and manufacturing processes.
• Excellent spatial awareness and an eye for proportion, detail and finish.
• Strong technical drawing and documentation skills.
• Proficiency in relevant design software such as AutoCAD, Rhino, SketchUp, SolidWorks, Revit or equivalent platforms.
• Ability to interpret and develop 2D drawings and 3D models.
• Strong understanding of design-to-production workflows.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities and deadlines within a fast-paced production environment.
• A practical, problem-solving mindset with exceptional attention to detail.

What We Offer

This is an opportunity to work on ambitious, highly visual projects where creativity meets engineering and craftsmanship. You will collaborate with talented multidisciplinary teams and have a direct influence on how imaginative concepts become real-world experiences.