Fabrication Designer

Responsibilities

We are currently seeking a full-time Fabrication Designer to help bring creative ideas to life, from traditional architectural models to full-scale installations. The ideal candidate has a strong design portfolio, demonstrates advanced Rhino 3D skills, and is familiar with both traditional and digital fabrication methods. Strong communication skills are an essential part of this role, as being able to work closely with our designers and engineers to translate their ideas into physical reality is central to how we work. We are looking for someone comfortable developing custom designs from scratch, iterating rapidly on an existing design, and diving deep into details for physical fabrication.

Our culture is built around a shared passion for making and fabrication. As a small team with diverse backgrounds, we value close collaboration and continuous learning and aim to foster a supportive environment where design exploration is central to our process. Self-motivated individuals will have ample opportunities to build new skills and learn from a wide range of design professionals.

This position reports to the Director of Fabrication and works closely with our Design and Storytelling teams across all our offices.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop conceptual designs into detailed technical models
• Collaborate with the Fabrication team to determine optimal build strategies and fabrication details
• Output both client-facing and internal clean, accurate 2D technical drawings from 3D models
• Generate comprehensive project documentation, including parts lists, exploded-view diagrams, and fabrication specs
• Outline material, dimensional, and hardware requirements
• Output CAM-ready files for CNC, 3D printer, and other digital fabrication tools
• Safely operate woodshop equipment 
• Support troubleshooting and meticulous maintenance of our CNC machine, laser cutters, and 3D printers
• Embrace and take part in a collaborative team culture that values problem-solving and knowledge-sharing 

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience in either professional or academic settings
• Degree in architecture, industrial design, engineering, or related fields
• Proficiency in Rhino 3D
• Experience with parametric design tools, such as Grasshopper
• Experience with complex geometry
• Familiarity with woodshop equipment
• Familiarity with CNC CAM software, such as RhinoCAM or Fusion
• Familiarity with digital fabrication tools, such as CNC routers, robotic arms, and 3D printers
• Strong communication skills
• Strong creative problem-solving and organizational skills
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team
• Enthusiasm for designing and making

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

About Stantec 

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.