Exhibits Specialist (Fabrication) Is-1010-09
Washington D.C. Metro Area
*Furloughed due to covid-19 pandemic* Produced and installed exhibit components for Smithsonian museums, research centers, and offices, ensuring high-quality design, craftsmanship, and interpretation of scholarly content.Prepared exhibit elements based on conceptual ideas, scale layouts, design drawings, and CAD files, utilizing a variety of materials such as hardwood, softwood, sheet goods, plastics, epoxies, adhesives, laminates, steel, brass, and aluminum.Utilized CAD/CAM technology and CNC routers to operate machinery and produce parts and components.Collaborated with Fabrication shop leadership, project managers, designers, curators, and museum professionals to ensure successful project completion, including researching materials, estimating projects, providing feedback on designs, ordering supplies, directing work, and representing the department as needed.Operated, maintained, and managed a range of equipment for exhibits production, adhering to safety procedures and maintaining a clean and orderly shop.Detailed components and digital files using 3D scanning/manipulation software and CAD/CAM software like AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor, Mastercam, and VCarve.Installed structural exhibit components, brackets, and graphic elements based on detailed design and fabrication specifications, utilizing leveling devices and operating forklifts, pallet jacks, and lifts.De-installed artifacts and components as necessary, adjusting work schedules and occasionally working off-site or traveling.Assisted with other assigned duties as required..