01 CAD (Technical Bespoke Furniture Designer)

Parkway Interiors; Fareham; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holidays including bank holidays

Additional 5 days accrued holiday after service

Paid birthday leave

Free on-site parking

Free healthy snacks and refreshments

Regular social events

Generous benefits scheme

Flexible working hours

Training and career development

Job summary

A leading bespoke furniture manufacturer is seeking an experienced Draughtsperson to produce detailed technical drawings for bespoke furniture projects. The ideal candidate should possess SolidWorks skills, a minimum of 2 years experience in cabinetry, and a background in high-end joinery. This role offers excellent career opportunities, flexible working hours, and various benefits, including enhanced holiday and free snacks. Interested candidates should send their CV and cover letter to [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience as a Cabinet Maker.
• Working knowledge of traditional and modern construction processes.
• Experience in bespoke luxury cabinetry and high-end joinery drawings in SolidWorks.
• Experience with traditional and modern construction processes.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop initial customer drawings for approvals.
• Liaise with suppliers for sourcing components and materials.
• Maintain organization of files and documents.
• Hands-on approach to all aspects of the role.
• Conduct site surveys and manage internal projects as needed.
• Support site surveys and project management with workshops.

Skills

SolidWorks

AutoCAD 2D, 3D

Communication of visual/construction details

Time management

Self-improvement and learning

Adaptability to changing priorities

Computer and administration skills

Flexible/adaptable

Tools

Solidworks

AutoCAD

CNC manufacturing

Job description

Overview

Department: Design & Production
Location: PO16, Fareham – Hampshire
Type: Permanent, Full-time

The company

Parkway is a leading British furniture manufacturer, with over 20 years specialising in ultra-luxury bespoke furniture for exclusive superyachts and high-end residential projects, working with leading design studios and interior professionals worldwide.

Based in Hampshire, our extensive manufacturing operations are spread over two sites, including our new 30,000sq ft centre of excellence and specialist finishes workshops.

Our highly skilled craftspeople, artisans and technical designers work on award winning and iconic projects. Producing the highest calibre of unique yacht furniture and exquisite cabinetry, through to luxury upholstery and high-end interior joinery, we provide seamless installations of the finest exterior and interior furniture found across the globe.

The Role

We are looking for an experienced Draughtsperson to join our team on varied bespoke furniture projects, predominantly interior and exterior superyacht furniture, super-prime residential cabinetry and fitted joinery for some of the world’s most discerning clients.

Working closely with our projects team, you will be producing detailed technical manufacturing drawings in Solidworks, from initial concept drawings and designs.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2yrs experience as a Cabinet Maker, or a working knowledge of traditional and modern construction processes, with relevant experience in bespoke luxury cabinetry and high-end joinery drawings in Solidworks for manufacture.

This is a highly rewarding role to be part of a unique artisan team delivering the very best in bespoke British luxury furniture.

Responsibilities

• Design and development of initial customer drawings for client approvals, through to full manufacturing detailed drawings for CNC and workshop departments.
• Liaise with key suppliers as part of sourcing and coordinating products, components, and materials as part of the order fulfilment.
• Liaising with key departments of any updates and changes where necessary, whilst monitoring projects with the workshop teams regularly.
• Maintain daily organisation of files and documents, both digital and hard copy.
• Hands-on approach to all aspects of the role.
• Implementation of good housekeeping.
• Some site survey and internal project management with the workshops and procurement teams may be required.

Skills & Experience

• Highly skilled and competent in Solidworks, AutoCAD 2D, 3D.
• Able to communicate visual and construction details with both workshops and clients.
• Previous experience in bespoke luxury joinery and high-end furniture is essential.
• Excellent time keeping and ability to meet deadlines.
• Demonstrate a desire for self-improvement and enthusiasm to learn new skills.
• Flexible and ability to adapt to changing work priorities.
• Excellent computer and administration skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Enhanced holiday with service.
• 28days holidays (including bank holidays), with an additional 5 days accrued holiday after time served service and paid birthday leave.
• Free on-site parking
• Free healthy snacks and refreshments
• Regular Social events

We offer excellent packages, with a generous benefits scheme, flexible working hours, training and career development to make the most of individual talents.

If you are ambitious and looking for excellent career opportunities with an exciting and passionate company, please send us your CV and a cover letter to [e-mail]