JOB SUMMARY

 

Responsible for overseeing new R&D product development, managing design engineering processes, and supervising team members; Design and update all new drawing information; provide spreadsheets for Costing and BOM updating; Manage all R&D projects from start to finish as required; Collaborate with company stake holders to develop new furniture designs to drive the business forward; Train and support other team members on the R&D/product engineering team.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Work on design product engineering and new R&D for business growth
2. Oversee Casegoods R&D Engineering operations and team management.
3. Discuss projects with US team/other departments to align on R&D acceptance.
4. Able to design furniture groups from start to finish with initial outline given only (pictures, basic specs, dimensions).
5. Must design full bedroom groups for lowest cost, design for manufacturability, while using materials that fit well with existing supply chain.
6. Collaborate with sourcing, product engineering, and related teams to develop new components and materials as needed.
7. Follow up through initial R&D designs to final product ready units for each project as requested.
8. Process continuous improvement for enhancement & cost saving.
9. Train and support other team members on the R&D/product engineering team, as well lead onboarding for new R&D engineers.
10. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including US/International Merchandising/Sales, Sourcing, and the sample development team to create new products as requested by business leaders.
11. Support to prepare and manage products, and product request lists for customer visits, US furniture shows, and international furniture shows.
12. Maintain design documentation and archives.
13. Process Casegoods projects per Supervisor assignment.
14. Perform other tasks as assigned by Department Head.

 

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY

 

In charge of leading Casegoods R&D Engineering and Design support operations.

• Work on new style development and team management.

• Assist in cost reduction projects.

• Oversee product design and merchandising activities.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

 

Education

Bachelor’s degree in industrial design, Product Design, Engineering, or related field.

Advanced coursework in Furniture R&D Engineering preferred.

Merchandising coursework or certification an advantage.

 

Experience

3 - 5 years of experience in furniture manufacturing environment.

2+ years of supervisory or team leadership experience.

Development samples/Pattern process experience.

2 – 3 years' experience working with equipment hardware and CAD; Solidworks software.

Furniture design or merchandising experience preferred.

Packaging experience an advantage.

 

Knowledge of:

Advanced knowledge of furniture design principles and manufacturing processes.

Knowledge and ability to create detailed technical drawings by software.

Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principals involved in production of drawings, and samples.

Knowledge of the practical application of engineering principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various Casegoods and Casegoods related products.

Color theory and finish applications.

Basic cost analysis and pricing strategies.

Merchandising and retail concepts.

 

Skills and Abilities

Leadership ability to manage and develop team members

Creative mindset with strong aesthetic sense combined with engineering expertise

Fluent in English with excellent presentation skills

Results oriented

Ability to work under high pressure

Capable of identifying problems and solving complex problems.

Very proactive and energetic.

Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities

Team player with excellent cross-functional coordination skills

Ability to adapt to changing priorities.

 

EQUIPMENT USED

 

Computer:

MS Office Suite, Advanced CAD and Solidworks software, Adobe Creative Suite.

Digital rendering software experience preferred.

Copier

Phone

 

MENTAL & PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

 

Mental Effort

Creativity and innovation

Ability to meet deadlines

Strong attention to detail

Concentration and Focus

Multi-tasking capabilities

Strategic thinking and planning abilities

 

Working Conditions

General office environment

Factory and warehouse environment

Occasional travel to trade shows and markets

Periodic factory floor visits