Mechanical Design Internship

Job Description TAIT partners with artists, brands, IP holders and place makers to bring culture-defining, never-before-seen experiences to life. With a legacy of innovation spanning over 45 years, TAIT has grown from pioneering in rock n roll concert staging to setting the global standard for extraordinary live events and experiences through cutting-edge technology, precision engineering, and creative design. TAITs 20 global offices have developed iconic productions and experiences in over 30 countries, all seven continents, and even outer space for renowned performers, theme parks, exhibits, and venues across the globe, including partnerships with Taylor Swift, Cirque Du Soleil, Royal Opera House, Nike, NASA, Bloomberg, Google, Beyonc, and The OlympicsPosition PurposeThe one-year placement, is designed to provide students with an opportunity to develop their knowledge, skills and understanding of Mechanical Design Engineering in the live entertainment industry whilst gaining hands on work experience. The Mechanical Design Engineer's role is to prepare fully rationalised models of project elements and components. The Designer will be expected to produce production drawings and bills of materials of their own models as well as producing supporting detailed design material.The Designer's work is administered by the Mechanical Design & Engineering (MOE) Leads, but they are expected to work individually and interface directly with managers, fabricators, third party engineers, vendors, and clients.Key ResponsibilitiesMeet with Design Leads for handing off and brainstorming the preliminary concepts into detailed design phaseGenerate preliminary mechanical assumptions, and calculations for later review by third party engineersCreate the basic element geometry model for review with MDE Leads, then update as requested.Research stock and purchased component and material availability, vendors, and pricingCollaborate with co-designers to ensure proper interface with other show elements, and no voids or overlaps in scopeOversee the development and testing of functional scale or full-size prototypesCreate the detailed fabrication and assembly drawings bills of materials and cut sheets for final reviewAssist Project Design Leads in mentoring and supervising detailers of models provided.Update drawings as requested by management, production, third party engineering, or client feedbackDistribute documentation to fabrication, machining, purchasing, project management, third party engineers, and H&SSupport fabrication, testing, and installation issues and troubleshooting, including possible on-site supportGenerate final as-built documentation for finished elementPosition RequirementsWorking towards Engineering, Design, Architecture degree, or equivalent industry experienceStrong knowledge of structural and mechanical manufacturing components and fabrication techniquesSound organizational skills for success in a fast-paced work environmentGood communication and interpersonal skills for a collaborative workplaceSolid computer proficiency in 3D modelling (Inventor preferred) and Microsoft OfficeTAIT is an equal opportunity employer fully committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran or any other protected characteristic as outlined by international, national, state, or local laws.

Created: 2025-12-08