Technical Lead

Company: T. Baker Smith
Location: Lafayette
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Description Position Title Technical Lead Position Purpose The Technical Lead will have primary responsibility for the following: Leading, managing, and holding accountable the technical staff, Project Technician, Senior Project Technician, Designer, and Senior Designer positions ensuring that the discipline has the technical capabilities that are aligned with standards and practices of the trade. Serving as a mentor for associates and provide them with the appropriate tools and systems to increase their proficiency and utilization. Ensuring the deliverables for projects are successfully developed within schedule and budget constraints and in accordance with standard of care. Essential Functions Be engaged and collaborative with the Discipline Leader, Lead Professionals, and Project Managers. Drive alignment and growth of the technical staff to ensure alignment with the firm’s purpose, strategy, goals and market-driven approach; advance the firm’s guiding principles (i.e., TBS Compass and Integrated Business Model). Support and drive the TBS Vision/Behaviors and Compass with the team of technical staff within the discipline. Ensure the firm’s procedures and policies are implemented and followed. Evaluate associates for their technical skills, performance, and utilization. Provide guidance and direction to t associates to ensure technical excellence and promote growth in their field. Facilitate opportunities for advancement of associates on the TBS Career Ladder. Supervisory Responsibilities Administrative supervisor of Project Technicians, Senior Project Technicians, Designers, and Senior Designers within the discipline. Coordinate with Lead Professionals, Project Managers, and Engineers for technical staffing needs. Physical Requirements The associate is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to operate and maneuver, objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; use manual dexterity to operate keyboard, calculator, and telephone; talk and hear; climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel and lift up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision; depth perception; ability to adjust focus. Minimum Requirements Associates Degree in Engineering Technology, Graphic Design, CAD Drafting, or a similar field. Twenty (20) years of progressive experience in CAD drafting/technology Experience utilizing relevant software, techniques, and tools to prepare technical drawings. Ability to relate to clients and people at all levels of the organization; must possess excellent communication and diplomacy skills. Leadership skills required to mentor and monitor the work of several CAD Technicians in their day-to-day performance. Work Environment The associate works in an office and outside, potentially exposed to a variety of environmental conditions. Hours of Work and Travel This is a full-time, exempt position, requiring 40 hours per week. Nights and weekend commitments to the firm, its associates and clients are required. We also know that diversity of background and thought can enhance problem-solving and encourage more creative thinking, which is why we are dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team. Our purpose is investing in people to enhance communities and that commitment has endured for over 100 years. We pride ourselves in doing this by recruiting, hiring, and retaining diverse, passionate, and forward-thinking talent. T. Baker Smith is an equal opportunity employer, and we are dedicated to providing an inclusive and diverse environment for all associates.

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