Manager, Mechanical Design & Engineering

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

The Manager, Mechanical Design and Engineering is responsible for guiding a team of Mechanical Design Engineers through the successful execution and implementation of mechanical systems across a wide range of projects. This role balances strategic leadership with technical oversight, ensuring both team development and project delivery. The Manager provides hands‑on technical guidance and oversight throughout all phases of project execution from design and engineering through manufacturing, commissioning, and customer handover.

They ensure that engineering standards are upheld and that project deliverables meet TAIT quality. Additionally, this role incorporates technical expertise, including innovation of technology, product development, and mentorship on complex projects.

To successfully perform this role, each essential responsibility must be fulfilled satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the responsibilities outlined above.

Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs.

• Promote a culture of safety and compliance within the organization, ensuring a safe and organized work environment.

• Inspire and lead a diverse team, fostering collaboration and cooperation.

• Assess and evaluate employee performance, providing constructive feedback and coaching support career advancement opportunities.

• Organize and manage workflow to ensure employees understand their duties and tasks.

• Actively engage in process development, and continuous improvement to enhance efficiency and quality.

• Collaborate with other departments to align goals with the company's strategy.

• Drive performance excellence by setting goals, conducting timely evaluations, and taking ownership of decisions and actions.

• Foster an inclusive culture and align our practices by embracing TAIT's Mindset, beliefs, and care standards.

• Coordinates staffing and project assignments with Band Leaders and the Competency.

• Manages team workload proactively, with understanding of project resourcing forecasts and collaboration with other team managers.

• Assists in project bidding activities, including technical proposals and estimates.

• Identifies procedural and technical roadblocks and coordinates solutions.

To successfully perform this role, each essential responsibility must be fulfilled satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the responsibilities outlined above.

Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs.

• Associate MDE,MDE I, MDE II,MDE III, Senior MDE

• Communication:
  Strong communication skills to explain technical concepts clearly to team members, customers, and non-technical stakeholders.

• Team Leadership:
  Ability to lead and motivate a team to achieve departmental goals.

• Coaching:
  
  Ensures that team members continually become stronger engineers and meet their goals.

• Accountability:
  Creates a culture of accountability both by demonstrating accountability for own actions, as well as empowering team members to take ownership of their own actions.

• Performance Management:
  Skill in setting clear performance expectations and providing feedback.

• Time Management:
  Effective time and resource management to meet deadlines and objectives.

• Adaptability:
  Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work environments.

• Conflict Resolution:
  Managing conflicts within the team and fostering a positive work environment.

• Decision-Making:
  Sound decision-making skills within the scope of the team and their projects.

• Safety Advocacy: A strong commitment to safety for the entire team while working in variable environments, including…