Mechanical Design Engineer II

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. TAIT’s 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, Beyoncé, and The Olympics

Position Purpose TheMDLevel IIis a competent design engineer,able totakekey involvement indesign phases of projects.They may assume responsibility for small projects and/orelements with supervisionand will be aware of progress and liaise with the senior engineer regards technical, schedule and budgetary constraints.TheMDLevel IImust maintain knowledge of the cutting edge of technology inrelevantsubject areas.

Whilst the role does not involve any direct line management, there will beduties in delegation of work, planning,supporting and mentoring staff as required.An effectiveMDLevel IIwillwork ondevelopingtheirleadership skillsand maintaina positive approach to all challenges.

Essential Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and quality processes are maintained.
• Apply advanced engineering principles with some supervision.
• Stay aware of emerging technologies and industry trends.
• Build strong working relationships and instil confidence across all levels.
• Demonstrate principles of high-performance leadership.
• Uphold professional and ethical responsibilities as defined by the Engineering Council
• Support development of new techniques, processes, documentation, or products; maintain familiarity with company solutions.
• Take ownership of project elements or small projects under supervision.
• Contribute to resolving technical issues using applied expertise.
• Support bids through client requirements analysis, risk assessments, concept development, costing, and schedule creation; may include site visits and client interactions.
• Contribute to the full design lifecycle from concept to detailed design, reviews, and release of drawings and BOMs, including review of others’ work.
• Produce CGI for client approval and internal communication.
• Support project execution with client coordination, site surveys, technical/commercial queries, and design updates; consider installation and shipping strategies; assist with testing and documentation (e.g., compliance, O&M).
• Support production through design handovers, queries, inspections, and factory acceptance testing.
• Provide support for legacy equipment as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Possesses oral and written communication skills, able and competent across the range of platforms used in TAIT (Outlook, Slack & Zoom).
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (typically Mechanical), or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficient at 3D CAD.
• Committed to Continuous Professional Development and engaged in Industry seminars, trade shows and activities of relevant professional bodies.

TAIT Benefits

• Competitive pension scheme with employer contributions
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• Medicash health cashback plan (covering dental, optical, and more)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with 24/7 support
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Income protection / critical illness cover
• Optional private medical insurance (role/level dependent)
• Paid annual leave starting at 22 days, increasing with service
• UK bank holidays

TAIT 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.