Design Engineer in Bolton

Join us as a Show Systems Design Engineer, sitting at the intersection of creative vision and technical delivery, designing and commissioning integrated show systems for world-class immersive experiences.

About us: CONDUCTR is a dynamic collective of designers, technologists, media experts, producers & engineers. The vision is simple - fuse the creativity of a design studio, with the innovation of a tech lab, to create a one-stop shop for extraordinary guest-centric, 360 attraction experiences.

Responsibilities:

• Design technically robust, innovative, and commercially sound show systems across concept, schematic, and detailed design phases.
• Own system design packages, translating creative intent into fully resolved technical solutions.
• Produce and review schematic and detailed drawings using tools such as AutoCAD, Revit, and Stardraw.
• Design integrated audio, video, lighting, and show control systems for immersive and experiential environments.
• Develop system specifications, architecture documentation, and site-specific technical reports.
• Design maintenance methodologies and supporting documentation to ensure long-term system performance.

Technical Documentation & Commercial Support:

• Create and maintain high-quality technical documentation, including Bills of materials (BOMs), system schematics and wiring diagrams, installation, commissioning, and maintenance documentation.
• Support bid packages, tenders, and RFP responses with strong technical input.
• Develop feasibility studies, technical solutions, and cost estimates for bids and creative workshops.
• Ensure proposals balance creative ambition, performance, risk, and commercial viability.
• Contribute to client-facing technical presentations and documentation where required.

Integration, Programming & Commissioning:

• Lead or support system integration activities across projects.
• Where applicable, program and configure lighting, show control, and/or audio systems.
• Support testing, commissioning, and fault-finding to ensure systems meet design intent.
• Participate in post-installation reviews and contribute to defect resolution and system optimisation.

Project Delivery & Client Engagement:

• Work closely with Creative, Art & Media, Software, RND, Production, and Project Management teams to deliver coordinated projects.
• Collaborate with external suppliers, integrators, and subcontractors.
• Attend project meetings, technical workshops, and site meetings.
• Communicate clearly with clients, providing practical technical advice and recommendations.
• Provide technology feasibility assessments that support both creativity and project constraints.

Leadership & Team Contribution:

• Provide day-to-day technical guidance and informal mentorship to Junior Design Engineers.
• Support onboarding and development through knowledge sharing and best-practice guidance.
• Assist with recruitment activities and the ongoing development of in-house technical capability.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of engineering standards, processes, and workflows.

Supply Chain & Partner Support:

• Support the identification, qualification, and evaluation of external suppliers and outsourcing partners.
• Provide technical input into partner selection, system compatibility, and delivery capability.
• Help maintain strong working relationships with manufacturers, vendors, and integration partners.

Professional Standards & Continuous Improvement:

• Stay up to date with emerging technologies and best practices in show systems and immersive environments.
• Continually challenge and improve technical solutions to enhance quality, reliability, and innovation.
• Represent the company professionally on-site and with clients and partners.
• Be prepared to travel domestically and internationally as required.

You should have:

• Experience designing and delivering integrated AV, lighting, and show control systems, ideally within LBE, themed entertainment, museums, or live experiences.
• Strong technical documentation and systems thinking skills.
• Confidence working with multiple stakeholders, including creatives, clients, and contractors.
• A collaborative mindset with an interest in mentoring and team development.
• Willingness to travel as projects require.

What We Offer:

• A competitive salary and benefits package.
• A vibrant, inclusive, and dynamic work environment.
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth.
• A chance to be part of a forward-thinking team making a real difference.

What it's like working at CONDUCTR:

CONDUCTR is proud to be recognised as a Great Place to Work®, officially certified for our outstanding workplace culture and employee satisfaction. This recognition places us among the best workplaces in the UK. We’re also honoured to be placed on UK’s Best Workplaces™ lists for: Wellbeing 2025, Development 2025, Women 2025, and Tech 2025 ranking highly among the top 100 companies for employee support, growth and career development - and we’re just getting started!

On top of that, we’re one of the UK’s fastest growing companies - recently ranked 5th nationwide - creating exciting opportunities for our team to grow as fast as the business.

Our 5 core values articulate this best, and we are looking for people who can demonstrate them:

• We go above and beyond
• We work as a team & make it fun
• We creatively kick-ass
• We do it efficiently, on time & on budget
• We deliver work that makes us proud

Does this sound like the job for you? Apply via this post with your CV and share your LinkedIn profile. If you sound like you are a good fit, we will reach out for an initial, informal chat within 2 weeks of your application.