Senior Technical Designer in Surbiton

Echo House is a market leader specialising in Project Management, Creative & Technical Design, Artworking, Digital Content, Print, Experiential Brand Activation, and Sustainable Creative Production.

OUR MISSION

Echo’s mission is to empower our clients by delivering exceptional design and quality through a seamless integration of innovation, technology, and meticulous attention to detail, creating experiences that go beyond expectation. We are committed to nurturing sustainable practices, prioritising the wellbeing of our planet, whilst maintaining an unwavering dedication to superior service.

WE STAND FOR

An extraordinary culture of empowerment, respect, authenticity and collaboration, and a business that exceeds all expectations. A team that delivers beyond our leadership and who have an extraordinary life in and outside of the workplace. That Echo is acknowledged as the leader of sustainable design and creative production in the world.

SCOPE OF THE ROLE:

Collaborative. Positive. Respectful. Organised. Exceptional People Skills. The design team is at the heart of Echo House. The Senior Technical Designer role involves collaborating closely with cross functional teams, interpreting design concepts and assisting with the transition of works into realisation. You will be responsible for building and outputting technical drawings with accurate specifications and to the Echo House standards – ensuring they are clinical and clear, facilitating a seamless flow of works through our production line. The role includes attending site on occasion to conduct surveys, and provide assistance with installation.

At Echo, our workflow approach is a hybrid. Dependent on the nature of the works, we combine the structured predictability of the Waterfall method with the flexible adaptability of Agile. This necessitates that all our team members are comfortable and proficient in both approaches, ensuring seamless integration and adaptability according to project demands. The nature of our industry is that working ad hoc additional hours, or out of normal working hours, can be expected as a normal function of this role. Time in lieu will be provided for this. The leadership team of Echo House remain committed to limiting the extent and potential impact of this, for all individuals at Echo.

Echo operates within the vibrant pulse of the design and production industry, one of the world's most challenging yet fulfilling creative sectors. Our ethos centres around positivity, which underpins every interaction, be it team collaboration, client communication, or individual tasks. As the dynamics of our work continually evolve, maintaining flexibility, responsiveness, and composure are essential to delivering efficient and effective results. We uphold a culture of mutual respect, acknowledging that each team member's unique contributions enrich our collective output. Success at Echo hinges on your capacity to collaborate, deliver results, and bring a proactive spirit to our dynamic, often high-pressure environment.

CORE KNOWLEDGE

• Excellent Solidworks knowledge
• Adobe Creative Suite knowledge
• Furniture/Kitchen/Retail design knowledge - Desirable
• Fusion 360 knowledge - Desirable
• Knowledge of rendering in Cinema 4D or Blender - Desirable
• Excellent understanding in deciphering technical packs submitted from external sources.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to communicate with different counterparts (project managers, fabrication, clients...)
• Knowledge of materials and media with an emphasis on sustainability.
• Tool and machining knowledge - Desirable
• Electrical and electronics knowledge - Desirable
• Knowledge of 3D print - Desirable
• Experience in Project Management - Desirable
• Experience in the retail production industry - Desirable

CORE AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

• To develop conceptual ideas proposed by the clients or the Creative Team at Echo into manufacturable technical solutions.
• To create technical drawings for client and store approval.
• To create manufacturing drawings for internal and external production.
• To create production files for the different components that go onto each project.
• To work closely with the fabrication and estimation team to propose the best solutions for each project and its needs in the timescale and budget agreed.
• Communicate clearly with project and fabrication managers as well as with artworkers and fabricators to ensure the projects are run smoothly and that the outcome is at the quality expected.

MAIN DUTIES:

• Manage allocated design projects from CAD build, presentation, through to realisation.
• Produce technical drawings from buildable CAD models.
• Create production ready files for CNC, Laser, 3D Print, Vac Form, Metalwork and Artworking.
• Collaborate with Creative Designers to ensure their design is rightly translated onto a Technical model.
• Join forces with fellow Technical Designers for bigger projects and when someone else needs help.
• To carry out site surveys and, from time to time, to assist on installs.
• Successfully communicate technical designs through presentation to both Project Managers, clients and to the wider team as a whole.
• Mentoring more junior members of the team.
• Follow and promote to colleagues, visitors, and the public all health and safety procedures and protocols.
• Follow Echo’s sustainability policies and procedures. Promote sustainable operations to colleagues.

ESSENTIAL INDIVIDUAL CHARACTERISTICS:

• Excellent time management.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Individual diligence with a focus on team participation.
• Level-headed approach to demanding circumstances.
• Good leadership skills.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to clearly communicate instructions to a team.
• Flexibility and willingness to provide practical support where necessary.
• A quick learner with a positive approach will pick up everything they need to know at Echo.

OUR GUIDING PRINCIPLES:

• Embrace Being Uncomfortable – The greatest learning moments occur when outside of your comfort zone.
• Be Quick Don’t Hurry – provide agile service without compromising quality of work.
• Constantly Curious and Open to the New – Immerse into experiences and think outside the norm.
• All Hands on Deck, Always – No matter the nature of the job, we get it done together.
• Truth in Words and Actions – Take ownership and accountability.
• Culture in Action – Shut down conversations that are detrimental to other individuals. Look to surround yourself with colleagues that talk about visions and ideas, not other people.

EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY:

We promote a working environment in which diversity is recognised, valued, and encouraged. We acknowledge the multicultural and diverse nature of the UK workforce and society in general. We are committed to principles of fairness and mutual respect where everyone accepts the concept of individual responsibility. It is therefore your responsibility to make sure you always observe and adhere to this policy.