Technical Drafter- Staging

Technical Drafter — Product Development & FieldOperations

The Opportunity

A leading manufacturer serving the performance andentertainment industry is seeking a hands-on Technical Manager to lead productdevelopment, technical documentation, field support, and special projects.

This is a highly visible role for someone who can movecomfortably between product design, site conditions, installation details,technical problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration. You will helpensure products are practical, compliant, well documented, and successfullyimplemented in the field.

What You’ll Do

• Lead U.S. product-development efforts, including product construction, cost/price considerations, installation guidance, and maintenance requirements.
  
• Coordinate product testing for safety, quality, performance, and applicable technical standards.
  
• Research and specify materials with an eye toward durability, sustainability, performance, and cost-effectiveness.
  
• Work with suppliers and manufacturers on components and product solutions.
  
• Develop and maintain installation manuals, maintenance guides, technical specifications, cut sheets, standard details, and submittal materials.
  
• Travel to job sites to support quoting, assess installation readiness, troubleshoot field issues, and recommend next steps.
  
• Review complex specifications and drawings; provide technical solutions for existing and new products.
  
• Support key-project quoting, cost optimization, CAD drawings, and technical documentation.
  
• Establish and maintain quality-control procedures, testing protocols, compliance records, and performance documentation.
  
• Coordinate special product projects, including timelines, budgets, suppliers, engineering partners, and field teams.
  
• Deliver internal training and continuing-education presentations for clients, partners, and internal teams.
  
• Support sales and marketing with accurate technical input for product data sheets, trade-show materials, and case studies.
  
• Identify opportunities to improve workflows tied to quoting, installation, documentation, and product implementation.
  

What You Bring

• Technical product, systems, installation, engineering, architectural, manufacturing, or related industry experience.
  
• Strong ability to interpret drawings, specifications, site conditions, and technical requirements.
  
• Experience creating clear technical documentation, installation details, manuals, or submittal packages.
  
• Practical problem-solving skills and confidence working directly with field teams, customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
  
• Strong organization and project coordination skills.
  
• Willingness to travel regularly throughout the United States.
  

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