Junior Joinery Designer

Careers in design; Pudsey; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist manufacturer in the UK seeks a Junior Bespoke Joinery Designer to join their collaborative team. The role involves designing custom joinery, creating detailed manufacturing designs in SolidWorks, and supporting production planning. Ideal candidates have 1-2 years of relevant experience and strong communication skills. The position offers a salary between £30,000 - £35,000, along with a supportive work environment and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Salary £30,000 - £35,000

Incentive and personal development scheme

Pension scheme

31 days holiday

Professional development and training opportunities

Qualifications

• 1-2 years’ experience since graduation with relevant SolidWorks and manufacturing knowledge.
• Experience in bespoke joinery is beneficial; backgrounds in retail displays, kitchens, or CNC-based work are valuable.
• Proactive, detail-driven approach with enthusiasm for hands-on technical design work.

Responsibilities

• Design detailed manufacturing designs in SolidWorks.
• Support material coordination and production planning.
• Attend site surveys to ensure accurate design development.

Skills

SolidWorks

Strong communication

Organisation

Problem-solving

Job description

This specialist manufacturer is renowned for delivering exceptional, bespoke joinery solutions for major commercial projects across the UK. Working closely with leading contractors, they pride themselves on craftsmanship, precision, and outstanding client service.

About the role :

As a Junior Bespoke Joinery Designer, you’ll join a talented and collaborative team that both designs and manufactures custom joinery. You’ll be involved in all technical aspects of the process, from drawing up detailed manufacturing designs in SolidWorks to supporting material coordination and production planning. You’ll also have the opportunity to attend site surveys, ensuring accurate design development and helping shape smooth installation plans. Whilst you’ll begin by supporting senior designers, you’ll quickly gain exposure to clients and start managing your own projects as your confidence grows.

What they’re looking for :

They’re seeking someone with genuine passion for technical design and an eagerness to develop within the bespoke joinery or furniture sector.

For the Junior Bespoke Joinery Designer you will have :

• 1-2 years’ experience since graduation, with relevant SolidWorks and manufacturing knowledge
• Experience in bespoke joinery is beneficial, but not essential. Backgrounds in areas such as retail displays, kitchens, or CNC-based work are equally valuable
• Strong communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills
• A proactive, detail-driven approach and enthusiasm for hands‑on, technical design work

What’s in It for you :

• Salary : £30,000 - £35,000
• Incentive and personal development scheme
• Pension scheme
• 31 days’ holiday (including bank holidays)
• Professional development and training opportunities
• A supportive, collaborative team environment focused on growth and quality