Essential Functions of the Job:

• Coordinate and carry out the fabrication of exhibition casework, object mounts, installation materials, and miscellaneous projects.

• Work closely with the Exhibition Design team to ensure fabrication methods are aligned with creative intent.

• Work on all phases of design (concept, design development, and construction drawings) and develop technical drawings to illustrate concept through completion.

• Assist with the creation of project schedule and cost, including material estimation, lead time, and finishing timelines.

• Fabricate using multiple different materials and techniques.

• Maintain the Exhibition’s shop space, tools, and materials inventory, while promoting safe working practices.

• Liaise between external fabricators and the museum during exhibition rotations.

• Ensure external fabricators’ methods take into consideration rotations and flexibility needed for future exhibitions.

• Assist with mock-ups of case and scenic layout.

• Other duties as assigned.

Required Competencies:

• 3+ years in a design/shop-related field, including Exhibition Fabrication, Industrial Design, Exhibition Design, Interior Design, Furniture Design, Tradeshow, Prop Making, or Cabinet Making.

• Experience with Vector Works, Rhino, or other similar CAD programs.

• Extensive knowledge of common construction methods, techniques, materials, and applications.

• Proficient with common shop equipment and practices: hand tools, power tools, table saws, panel saws, routers, laminating, etc.

• Understanding of objects conservation requirements and mounts details to ensure construction methods align with institutional standards.

• Understanding of construction techniques, familiarity with wood and composite wood substrates, acrylics, plastic laminates, adhesives, wood finishes, paints, basic metals and finishes, basic metal fabrication, and CNC machinery.

• Ability to work on multiple projects that are in different phases concurrently.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with art handling work at a museum, fine art handling company, gallery, or artist studio is a plus.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to safely climb and work on ladders.

• Ability to move throughout the work area as needed to perform the essential functions of the position.

• Ability to move and transport up to 50 lbs.

• Ability to work with paints, cleansers, and other similar products.

• Ability to work in environments where dust may be present.

• Ability to work safely in a variety of work conditions, including an active construction site.

• Ability to drive a forklift and use material-handling equipment (training and certification provided by the museum).

Required Vaccination: Full vaccination against COVID-19 is required, including any booster vaccinations as applicable. Exception: Medical and religious accommodations approved by the Office of People & Culture.