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Independent Contractor Rigging Engineer Jobs in Phoenix, AZ

Clair Global

Rigging Design Engineer - Clearwing

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$76K - $103K/yr

The position of Rigging Design Engineer will involve supporting the Operations and Installation ... Author change orders for contracted projects as needed. * Respond to technical questions from the ...

DPR Construction

Senior Field Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

Qualifications * Possess independent judgment, creativity, initiative, and ability to apply ... Understanding of crane safety and rigging competency. Knowledge of rigging hand signals.

Lam Research Corporation

EH&S Engineer 2

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$72K - $95K/yr

... lifting/rigging and heavy moves, chemical/toxic/pyrophoric gases, and SIMOPs (simultaneous ... Contractor Management and Site Access Control Verify supplier EHS capability, training, and tool ...

pcg

Project Engineer

Tempe, AZ · On-site

Performance Contracting is seeking an experienced Project Engineer for its Masthead International, Inc (MII) - 521 Tempe operations based in Tempe, AZ. This individual will assist in all rigging ...

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As of Jul 19, 2026, the average weekly pay for independent contractor rigging engineer in Phoenix, AZ is $1,081.62, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $715.38 and $1,203.85 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Independent Contractor Rigging Engineer vs Rigging Supervisor?

AspectIndependent Contractor Rigging EngineerRigging Supervisor
CredentialsCertifications in rigging, safety, and engineering; relevant licensesExperience in rigging, safety certifications; often managerial certifications
Work EnvironmentProject sites, industrial facilities, construction sitesOn-site supervision, construction sites, industrial settings
Employer & Industry UsageFreelance/contract basis, oil & gas, construction, industrialCompany-employed, construction, maritime, industrial projects
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding roles, certifications, project scopeSupervision, management, safety oversight

The Independent Contractor Rigging Engineer focuses on technical rigging tasks and project-specific engineering, often working independently or on a contract basis. In contrast, a Rigging Supervisor oversees rigging operations, manages teams, and ensures safety compliance on-site. Both roles require rigging certifications but differ mainly in scope, responsibility, and employment type.

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Rigging Design Engineer - Clearwing

Rigging Design Engineer - Clearwing

Clair Global

Phoenix, AZ • On-site

$76K - $103K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

Function:

The position of Rigging Design Engineer will involve supporting the Operations and Installation teams in the drafting of equipment floor plans, reflected ceiling plans, elevations, sections, and details of mounted and rigged equipment, converting measurements or 2D drawings of physical environments into 3D models, and addressing installation-related questions from the field.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Supports the Engineering and Operations Teams:
    • Attend, design, and project kick-off meetings, as well as other project-related meetings as necessary.
    • Draft equipment floor plans, reflected ceiling plans, elevations, sections, and details of mounted and rigged equipment, such as speaker arrays, projection systems, drapery track systems, and dead-hung, counterweight, and automated rigging systems.
    • Developing bills of material/hardware schedules of drafted rigging systems to support the Operations team in ordering and staging rigging hardware.
    • Convert measurements and/or 2D drawings of physical environments into 3D models to facilitate other colleagues modeling speaker array systems during the pre-sales phase and drafting shop/build drawings in Revit in the engineering phase.
    • Collaborate with AV and lighting-specific engineers on construction drawings for interdisciplinary projects (AVLRD).
    • Review drawing packages drafted by other engineers as needed.
    • Review existing bills-of-material for functional completeness per the scope of work of the project.
    • Author change orders for contracted projects as needed.
    • Respond to technical questions from the Operations team during installation and update installation documentation as needed according to installation schedules.
  • Support The Clearwing Group:
    • Develop and maintain knowledge of current and new technologies the company offers.
    • Maintain relationships with vendors through meetings, educational sessions, and consistent communication.
    • Assist in the development and implementation of technical standards and processes.
    • Collaborate with the Engineering Manager to develop and maintain a consistent continuing education plan.

Skill/Experience Requirements:

  • Extensive knowledge of performance rigging and scenic systems, including 5 years of design, installation, technical theatrical, or touring/production experience.
  • High proficiency in Autodesk AutoCAD and/or Autodesk REVIT and experience in SketchUp.
  • In-depth knowledge of construction documentation, including floor plans, RCPs, building sections, schematics, and riser diagrams.
  • Understanding of consultant specification documentation.
  • Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks simultaneously and meet or exceed project-driven deadlines.
  • Ability and desire to work in a team-oriented and interdisciplinary culture.
  • A mentality of constant process improvement.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ownership and use of a smartphone for app-based communication platforms such as Microsoft Teams, Outlook, etc.

Skill/Experience Preferences:

  • Working knowledge of audio system modeling programs such as Soundvision
  • Certifications:
  • ETCP Certified Rigger – Theatre
  • ETC Rigging Authorized Service Provider

Physical Working Conditions:

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to sit, talk, hear, reach, stoop, kneel, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer, telephone, keyboard, tablets, and smartphones
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision requirements due to computer work
  • Ability to sit at a computer for an extended period
  • Light to moderate lifting may be required
  • Regular, predictable attendance is required

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