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SCAD Savannah is hiring a Technical Designer to support faculty instruction and enhance student learning by providing advanced technical guidance in design processes, material testing, and product prototyping. The role involves leading workshops, managing digital workflows, overseeing 3D printing operations, and mentoring students throughout their design projects.

Highlights

Support faculty during studio classes and critiques with hands-on technical guidance.
Lead demonstrations, workshops, and skill-based sessions focused on fabrication, CAD, digital sketching, and prototyping.
Collaborate with studio and building managers to ensure access to tools and materials.
Develop digital design workflows and assess new design software for classroom use.
Oversee 3D printer operations and production of accessory components like shoelaces, handbag trims, soles, and eyewear parts.
Manage a material library emphasizing 3D-printed samples, emerging fibers, and sustainable materials.
Organize and archive student projects including process books, mock-ups, and final prototypes.
Assist students with design competition submissions in collaboration with the awards and recognition office.
Required software proficiency: Rhino, SolidWorks, KeyShot, Adobe Creative Suite, ClO3D, Gravity Sketch, Autodesk Fusion 360.
Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in industrial or accessory design, minimum two years of relevant professional experience, and experience with 3D printing and digital fabrication; a Master’s degree and educational experience are preferred.

Technical Designer Full Description

As a technical designer, you will support faculty during studio classes and critiques through hands-on technical guidance. This includes leading demonstrations, skill-based sessions, and workshops aligned with course goals. Workshops will focus on fabrication, CAD, digital sketching, and prototyping for the accessory and sneaker design programs. You will also collaborate with studio and building managers to ensure access to tools and materials. Additionally, you will mentor students and help troubleshoot the design process during the prototyping phase. Responsibilities include the development of high-quality mock-ups for 3D collaborations and the refinement of digital and physical workflows to enhance design efficiency and quality.

In this role, you will develop digital design workflows and templates across platforms and assess new design software applications for classrooms and studios. You will oversee the operation and maintenance of 3D printers and the production of shoelaces, handbag trims, soles, and eyewear components. Additionally, you will manage a material library focusing on 3D-printed samples, emerging fibers, and sustainable materials. Responsibilities include the organization and archival of all student projects, such as process books, mock-ups, and final prototypes. You will also help prepare materials for showcases, portfolios, and industry presentations. Among other duties, you will collaborate with the awards and recognition office to assist students with design competition submissions to ensure success on both domestic and international platforms.

The ideal candidate demonstrates excellent interpersonal, organizational, and documentation skills. They have a collaborative mindset and adopt a proactive approach to problem-solving. The candidate can support creative learning environments and manage multiple workflows. They are passionate about innovation in materials, sustainability, and digital design practices.

Minimum qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in industrial design, accessory design, or a related field
At least two years of professional experience in accessory, sneaker, or product design, including prototyping and fabrication
Proficiency in design software, including Rhino, SolidWorks, KeyShot, Adobe Creative Suite, ClO3D, Gravity Sketch, and Autodesk Fusion 360
Experience with 3D printing and digital fabrication tools

Preferred qualifications:

Master’s degree
Familiarity with educational settings and student mentorship

Travel required:

Less than 10%

Work hours: The university work week is Sunday through Saturday. Most offices are open Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. To accommodate business needs, employees may be assigned to other workdays and/or hours, including weekends and evenings.

ADA tag: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements and minimum qualifications listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and/or meet the minimum qualifications.

Original Job Description

Minimum qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in industrial design, accessory design, or a related field
At least two years of professional experience in accessory, sneaker, or product design, including prototyping and fabrication
Proficiency in design software, including Rhino, SolidWorks, KeyShot, Adobe Creative Suite, ClO3D, Gravity Sketch, and Autodesk Fusion 360
Experience with 3D printing and digital fabrication tools

Preferred qualifications:

Master’s degree
Familiarity with educational settings and student mentorship

Travel required:

Less than 10%

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