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Hiring: Pipe Designer – Detroit, MI

Location: Detroit, MI

Contract‑to‑Perm

We’re seeking an experienced Pipe Designer with strong AutoCAD Plant 3D, Navisworks, and point‑cloud/laser‑scan modeling skills. This role supports 2D/3D piping design, field verification, and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Produce 2D/3D piping layouts, isometrics, and spool drawings
• Work in AutoCAD Plant 3D, Navisworks, and ReCap with point‑cloud data
• Interpret P&IDs, drawings, surveys, and laser scans
• Conduct field walkdowns and measurements
• Ensure design accuracy, quality checks, BOMs, and line list support
• Coordinate with structural, mechanical & civil teams

Requirements:

• 5–20 years of piping design experience
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Plant 3D, Navisworks, ReCap
• Strong understanding of piping materials, valves & ASME standards
• Experience with industrial, refinery, chemical, or heavy‑manufacturing facilities

Ability to work onsite for field validation

VP, Operations– Leading Aerospace & Defense Components Manufacturing – Private Equity

Our client is a leading private equity backed manufacturer of highly engineered components for defense and aerospace primarily serving large aerospace OEM’s and blue-chip defense contractors. The company is highly regarded for its innovation and engineering capabilities and is currently experiencing significant growth through organic means, with acquisitions playing a key role for future growth. The company is seeking to recruit a dynamic and hands-on VP, Operations who will wear multiple hats as they drive operational improvements across the organization and scale production and engineering capabilities for growth.

We are seeking a proven operations leader with demonstrated success driving operational excellence through the introduction of best practices and process within a highly entrepreneurial environment. This individual will have previous aerospace, automotive or medical device manufacturing experience working with OEM’s and prime contractors. Background experience in Lean process improvement, Continuous Improvement and other systems such as TPS or Six Sigma is a significant asset, as is highly engineered precision machining manufacturing. This position requires a hands-on executive who spends time on the shop floor and has the ability to lead transformation with a strong focus on performance improvement, quality and data driven decision-making.

An attractive compensation package is on offer that will include bonus opportunities and equity participation.

Company Overview:

At Activate, we are renowned for crafting extraordinary experiences that make a lasting impact for some of the world's most influential brands. Our expertise spans the production of kits, mobile tours, and standout live events, enhancing brand visibility and strengthening customer loyalty. As a WBENC-certified company, we take pride in fostering an inclusive work environment that emphasizes growth, offers competitive benefits, and champions collaboration.

Position Summary:

We are in search of an Experiential Designer to join our team as a force in conceiving innovative and trendsetting experiential marketing concepts. The role will play a pivotal role in conceptualizing and designing exceptional visuals for events, activations, and marketing materials. This position requires a proactive and detail-oriented professional with a passion for transforming creative concepts into tangible, cutting-edge experiences that set industry standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Conceptual and Ideation Responsibilities:

• Conceptualize and design the visual aspects of events, activations, and experience kits to ensure they create a lasting impression on our clients and their audiences.
• Develop a wide range of mood boards, mockups, and pitch decks that reflect the latest innovations and trends across culturally relevant brands, products, influencers, and pop-culture phenomena.
• Contribute to copywriting for marketing materials, presentations, and event-related collateral.
• Master and apply comprehensive corporate brand guidelines to the field of experiential marketing.

Graphic Design Responsibilities:

• Design emails, digital and physical invites/cards, event signage, graphic wraps, kit packaging, social media posts and various large format prints.
• Create vector graphics that can be applied and scaled for various print formats.
• Develop scaled floorplan layouts and custom print templates for events.

Physical Design Responsibilities:

• Stage and curate the mise-en-scene for various experiential vignettes, including activations, events, photo ops, mobile touring programs, and art installations.
• Assemble and design experience kits for mass production and fulfillment.
• Travel to event sites to ensure the visual integrity of the client's vision, while also contributing to the execution of any experiential marketing initiatives.

Activate reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.

Job Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience: 3+ years of relevant visual design experience

Requirements:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to thrive and effectively communicate in a fast-paced, collaborative work environment.
• Strong critical thinking skills in high-pressure situations.
• Proficiency in design software, including Adobe Creative Cloud, with an emphasis on Photoshop and Illustrator.
• Keen eye for size, scale, and potential distortion in design.
• Ability to work on projects across multiple mediums, including digital, print, and social.
• Basic knowledge of interactive installations and architectural visualization is a plus.
• Ability to assist with on-site photography is a plus.

Activate provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.

Location:

This is a hybrid role and requires 3 days in the office in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

Who We Are:

The National Center for Manufacturing Sciences (NCMS) is a cross-industry technology development consortium, dedicated to improving the competitiveness and strength of the U.S. industrial base. As a member-based organization, it leverages its network of industry, government, and academic partners to develop, demonstrate, and transition innovative technologies efficiently, with less risk and lower cost.

NCMS enables world-class member companies to work effectively with other members on new opportunities – bringing together highly capable companies with providers and end-users who need their innovations and technology solutions. NCMS members benefit from an accelerated progression of idea creation through execution.

Job Purpose:

The Business Operations Specialist is responsible for supporting diverse projects and other business activities while providing exceptional customer service.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Maintain data integrity and accuracy through validation, which will likely include comparison to and review of official NCMS documentation.
• Collaborate with various business units to understand processes and collect data.
• Maintain and assist in the creation of content for internal and external communications.
• Respond to internal and external customer requests as needed. Identify customer needs and collaborate with internal NCMS departments.
• Provide project meeting support as needed via attending meetings, preparation and distribution of project meeting notes. Assist in the documentation and improvement of procedures.
• Assist in preparation and/or review of quarterly and final project reports.
• Maintain project information, collect and maintain data files/folders, develop presentations.
• Become trained and proficient in specified core functions within the organization.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Requirements:

• Must be a citizen of the United States.
• Must have or be eligible to obtain government security clearance.
• Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless legally exempt.
• Flexibility to work a hybrid schedule; three days in the office & two days home.
• Degree in Business Administration, Science/Technology or related field or a minimum of 5 years’ experience in an administrative role with customer service and/or technology focus.
• Critical thinking & problem-solving skills are required.
• Microsoft Office 365 experience.
• SharePoint functional knowledge.
• Effective communicator in written and oral formats.
• Demonstrated high level of organization and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver suggestions for process improvements.
• Demonstrated customer service excellence.

This position is contingent upon the successful completion of a background screening, which may include checks for criminal history, driving records, financial history, and education verification, as permitted by law.

NCMS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Director of Food & Beverage - Downtown Detroit

• Union Square Hospitality Group at the Detroit EDITION Hotel
• 4 Food & Beverage Outlets, 16,000 sq. ft. of Event Space
• Executive Leadership Position over Food / Beverage / Catering for 5-star Property
• Search Conducted by Harper Associates

About The Opportunity

Harper Associates has been selected by Union Square Hospitality Group, a nationally recognized, mission-driven company founded by Danny Meyer in New York, to recruit a Director of Operations (Director of Food and Beverage) in Downtown Detroit. USHG is opening Pine Hall at Hudson’s Detroit in Spring 2026 and will manage food and beverage operations at The Detroit EDITION Hotel opening in 2027. This is a rare opportunity to join an organization with a deeply rooted culture of excellence, where hospitality isn't just a service — it's a philosophy.

Reporting to senior leadership, you will oversee the Management and Culinary team driving operational performance, financial results, and an exceptional guest experience. This role is ideal for a seasoned hospitality leader who thrives at the intersection of people, culture, and business results.

What You'll Do

• Lead and inspire the full leadership team and staff to deliver consistent, memorable guest experiences
• Drive financial performance across all revenue and cost centers, with a focus on sustainable growth
• Partner closely with the Executive Chef and kitchen leadership to align on goals, menus, and execution
• Analyze guest feedback across all channels and identify actionable opportunities to strengthen loyalty and guest satisfaction
• Build and develop a high-performing team through mentorship, clear goal-setting, and structured career pathways
• Champion diversity, inclusion, and belonging at every level of the organization
• Establish and maintain operational infrastructure — roles, systems, processes — that scales with the business
• Collaborate with home office departments to execute company-wide initiatives, training programs, and operational rollouts
• Balance day-to-day operations with strategic thinking to support both short- and long-term business success
• Build and maintain relationships with all stakeholders in the Detroit market

What We're Looking For

• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in restaurant and hospitality management, including GM or equivalent roles
• Proven track record in full-service, upscale, 5-star or Michelin fine dining environments
• Strong financial acumen — P&L ownership, performance metrics, and strategic planning
• Familiarity with the Detroit hospitality market is a strong plus
• Experience with new restaurant openings or launch environments preferred
• Proficiency in restaurant management systems and operational best practices
• Bachelor's degree preferred, though not required — results and experience speak loudest

What's In It for You

• Excellent six figure base salary ($140-$155K base) and incentive program, paid quarterly
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage + FSA options
• Generous PTO + paid parental leave
• Matched 401(k) plan
• Dining credit and significant dining discount across a premier portfolio of restaurants
• Employee assistance programs and access to mental health and wellness services
• A genuine culture of mentorship, growth, and collaboration

Apply directly here or submit your resume confidentially to

Kevin Swanquist

Executive Recruiter | Harper Associates