Technical Designer (Furniture & Hospitality Projects)

Department: Design

Reports To: Director of Design / Design Manager

Location: Remote 

Level: Intermediate / Senior

Role Overview

Our work focuses on custom seating and case goods, produced internationally and delivered with a high level of craftsmanship, detail, and service.

We operate at the premium end of the market — comparable to luxury brands that prioritize quality, aesthetics, and experience over volume.

We are hiring a Technical Designer to serve as the production backbone of our Design team—translating high-level design intent into precise, manufacturable shop drawings for luxury hospitality environments.

This role sits at the intersection of design, engineering, and production. You will take ownership of the full technical design lifecycle—from initial shop drawings through factory coordination and final production approvals—ensuring every detail is accurate, buildable, and aligned with client expectations.

You will work closely with internal teams and overseas manufacturing partners to deliver high-quality, design-forward furniture and millwork solutions across a portfolio of hospitality projects.

What You’ll Own

1. Shop Drawings & Technical Development

• Produce detailed shop drawings using SolidWorks, including:
  
  
  
  
  • Accurate dimensions, joinery, and section details
  
  
  • Material build-ups and specifications
  
  
  • Clear, professional drawing layouts and callouts
  
  
  
  


• Develop 3D models and renderings (KeyShot / Visualize) for internal and client presentations


• Translate client specification packages into production-ready documentation


• Balance design intent, ergonomics, and manufacturability


• Iterate through drawing versions (V1 → approval) based on internal and client feedback


• Proactively identify risks and gaps via RFIs and technical notes

2. Factory Coordination & Production Support

• Act as the primary liaison with overseas manufacturing partners via Microsoft Teams


• Issue approved drawing packages (DWGs, specs, materials) for production


• Review and approve factory drawings to ensure full alignment with approved designs


• Resolve production questions and issues in real time


• Review pre-production samples (PP) and production photos for:
  
  
  
  • Quality
  
  
  • Accuracy
  
  
  • Finish and material compliance
  
  
  
  


• Escalate risks or deviations with clear recommendations

3. Change Management & Documentation

• Maintain 100% accuracy of the Material Matrix across all project updates


• Track all revisions via Change Logs and communicate updates to cross-functional teams


• Organize and maintain clean, up-to-date project documentation in Google Drive


• Update task progress daily in Monday.com to ensure visibility and workflow accuracy

4. Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Design Managers, Project Managers, and production teams to drive execution


• Participate in:
  
  
  
  • Weekly design reviews
  
  
  • Internal project working sessions
  
  
  • Monthly knowledge-sharing sessions
  
  
  
  


• Communicate clearly and proactively across Slack, Teams, and project management tools


• Guide stakeholders toward feasible, buildable solutions when constraints arise

Day-to-Day Rhythm

• Review and respond to factory communications (priority)


• Execute CAD work: shop drawings, revisions, and renderings


• Review factory drawings and production updates


• Manage task updates and redlines in Monday.com


• Collaborate with internal teams via Slack and Teams

Tools & Systems

• SolidWorks (core CAD + assemblies + drawings)


• KeyShot / SolidWorks Visualize (rendering)


• Adobe Acrobat (markups and redlines)


• Microsoft Teams (factory communication)


• Monday.com (project tracking)


• Slack (internal communication)


• Google Drive / Sheets (documentation & material tracking)

What We’re Looking For

Core Requirements

• 3+ years experience creating manufacturing-ready shop drawings in SolidWorks


• Strong understanding of furniture construction:
  
  
  
  • Casegoods, seating, upholstery, millwork
  
  
  • (Bonus: lighting, mirrors, accessories)
  
  
  
  


• Ability to interpret and build from client specification packages


• Strong 3D visualization and spatial reasoning


• Experience managing multiple projects with shifting priorities


• Clear and professional communication skills

Preferred Experience

• Background in luxury hospitality or commercial furniture design


• Exposure to overseas manufacturing workflows (China or similar)


• Familiarity with production cycles, materials, and finishes

Success in This Role Looks Like

• Shop drawings are accurate, complete, and require minimal revisions


• Factory communication is clear, proactive, and efficient


• Production issues are identified early and solved quickly


• Documentation and materials tracking are 100% up to date


• Projects move forward on time and with minimal friction

Leveling Guide

Intermediate Technical Designer

• Handles standard to moderately complex furniture items


• Works with guidance from Design Manager on complex decisions


• Builds proficiency in detailing, section views, and materials


• Developing speed, accuracy, and independent judgment

Senior Technical Designer

• Leads complex items (multi-component assemblies, electrical integration, intricate detailing)


• Operates with high autonomy and strong decision-making ability


• Acts as a quality control layer, reviewing others’ work


• Owns high-priority projects and key client deliverables


• Mentors junior designers and contributes to process improvements

Why This Role Matters

This role is critical to ensuring that design vision translates seamlessly into production reality. You are the bridge between concept and manufacturing, directly impacting product quality, timelines, and client satisfaction.