Bespoke Joinery Technical Designer

Streamline Search; Croydon; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Streamline Search is seeking an experienced Technical Designer to join a busy bespoke joinery and furniture manufacturing environment in Croydon.

You will produce accurate manufacturing drawings, technical documentation and 3D models using SolidWorks, translating design intent into buildable solutions for client projects. Collaboration with Estimating, Project Management and CNC teams is essential to ensure workshop manufacture and CNC production run smoothly from concept to final production.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience within the bespoke joinery, cabinet-making or furniture manufacturing industry.
• Professional experience using SolidWorks to produce manufacturing drawings and technical documentation.
• Ability to produce accurate workshop drawings and production information suitable for manufacture and CNC processing.
• Good knowledge of woodworking materials including MDF, MFC, plywood, veneered boards, laminates and solid timber.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed manufacturing drawings, workshop drawings and production information using SolidWorks.
• Create accurate 3D models, assemblies and technical details for bespoke furniture and joinery projects.
• Generate cutting lists, machining information and production documentation for manufacture.
• Interpret architectural drawings, interior design packages, client specifications and site information.
• Develop practical construction details and manufacturing solutions that align with workshop capabilities.
• Liaise with Estimators, Project Managers, CNC Programmers, Factory Managers and Bench Joiners throughout project delivery.
• Support design reviews, technical discussions and problem-solving activities.
• Ensure drawings comply with drawing standards, revision procedures and document control requirements.
• Assist with design amendments and technical queries throughout the manufacturing process.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and drawing records.
• Contribute to the continuous development of design standards, workflows and manufacturing efficiencies.

Skills

SolidWorks

3D modelling

Technical drawing

Attention to detail

Spatial awareness

Project coordination

Independent working

Tools

SWOOD

AutoCAD

SketchUp

HOMAG

SmartWOP

Job description

Streamline Search is seeking an experienced Technical Designer to join a busy bespoke joinery and furniture manufacturing environment in Croydon.

You will produce accurate manufacturing drawings, technical documentation and 3D models using SolidWorks, translating design intent into buildable solutions for client projects. Collaboration with Estimating, Project Management and CNC teams is essential to ensure workshop manufacture and CNC production run smoothly from concept to final production.