Senior Technical Designer New York

Acrylicize; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation days

Holidays

Year-end days off

Health insurance

401(k) after 3 months

Hybrid work

Creative pursuits half-day

Team socials

Job summary

Acrylicize's New York studio seeks a Senior Technical Designer to bridge design intent with technical delivery from development to installation. You’ll lead technical design, convert concepts into buildable drawings, and maintain high standards across projects.

Responsibilities include Rhino modelling, CAD drafting, elevations and details, site surveys, coordination with fabricators and architects, and robust document control.

Qualifications

• Experience translating design into buildable documentation.
• Strong Rhino modelling and CAD proficiency.
• Ability to coordinate with architects and fabricators.

Responsibilities

• Develop Rhino models from concept through detailed technical design.
• Translate concepts into production-ready drawings and elevations.
• Produce technical documentation for fabrication and construction.
• Coordinate with internal teams, clients, and suppliers.
• Own drawing registers and revision management.

Skills

Rhino modelling

CAD skills

Architectural drawings

Fabrication methods

Revit/BIM

Documentation control

Coordination with fabricators

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Interior/exhibit experience

Self-starter

Tools

Rhino

Revit

CAD software

Job description

We are Acrylicize, a global creative studio powered by art and culture, inspired by stories of people and place. Our multidisciplinary team of artists, designers, project managers, and strategists, create and curate art that activates spaces for some of the world’s leading brands and institutions.

Experts in using art and design to drive positive change for people and planet, delivering unmissable moments that get everyone talking. With studios in New York and London, we offer creative impact on a global scale.

Purpose of the Role

As our Technical Designer (Senior), you’ll play a key role in bridging design intent with technical delivery across our US studio. Acting as the technical lead from design development through to installation, you’ll ensure our creative concepts are translated into robust, buildable solutions while maintaining exceptional technical standards throughout every stage of a project.

This is a US-focused role, supporting the New York studio as its primary responsibility, while collaborating closely with our UK Production team during periods of increased demand. This role requires a detail oriented person with a background in 3D design who can create, interpret and co-ordinate the build documentation required to bring our work to life. You will assist in all aspects of the production process, including costing and procurement, logistics and administration. Your role will be instrumental in ensuring the seamless execution of projects and contributing to the creation of awe-inspiring experiences for our clients.

Alongside project work, you’ll own document control and technical coordination processes that improve consistency, reduce project risk and support efficient global delivery.

Technical Design & Project Delivery

• Develop Rhino models from concept through detailed technical design.
• Translate creative ideas into production-ready drawing packages.
• Produce technical documentation for pricing, fabrication and construction.
• Carry out site surveys, feasibility studies and architectural coordination.
• Produce elevations, plans, sections and technical details.
• Identify technical risks and propose practical solutions - eg structural, code, standards etc.

Technical Coordination

• Act as the technical point of contact throughout project delivery.
• Coordinate information between internal teams, clients, consultants and fabricators.
• Support vendor selection, sampling and technical reviews.
• Attend client meetings, site visits and installations.
• Resolve technical queries throughout production.

Document Control

• Own drawing registers, revision management and version control.
• Coordinate external drawing submissions.
• Maintain document control systems across projects.
• Ensure issued documentation is accurate and current.
• Identify documentation gaps before they become site issues.

Vendor & Production Support

• Liaise directly with fabricators and suppliers.
• Coordinate samples and production approvals.
• Support quality control during production and installation.
• Maintain shop drawings and technical records.

What We're Looking For

• Advanced Rhino modelling
• Excellent CAD skills
• Experience interpreting architectural drawings
• Knowledge of fabrication methods
• Experience using Revit/BIM
• Strong document control and revision management,
• Experience coordinating with architects and fabricators,
• Excellent organisational and communication skills,
• Experience within commercial interiors, environmental graphics, architecture, exhibitions or experiential design
• Self starter - opportunity to influence and form company procedure

Benefits

• 10 days paid vacation (increasing with tenure)
• 11 bank holidays
• 4 additional days off between Christmas and New Year
• Gold-standard health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) eligibility after 3 months
• Hybrid working model
• Half a day per month dedicated to creative pursuits
• Regular team socials

Our Commitment

Acrylicize is proud to be a certified B Corporation, reflecting our commitment to using business as a force for good. We are seeking individuals who are not only excellent at what they do but who also believe deeply in sustainability, social responsibility, and community impact.

We are an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, disability, national origin, gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital or civil partnership status, veteran status, pregnancy, or maternity.