Product & Industrial Design (Furniture)

JAC Recruitment; Negeri Sembilan; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruiting agency is seeking a Product & Industrial Designer for a furniture manufacturer in Negeri Sembilan. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, strong CAD skills, and 3-5 years of experience. This onsite role involves designing and innovating furniture products and leading a junior team. Proficiency in SolidWorks and hands-on experience with various materials are essential. English and Chinese language skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in designing, preferably within the furniture industry.
• Strong ability to sketch and produce detailed technical drawings.
• Hands-on experience in designing and manufacturing furniture using materials such as metal, wood, and plastic.

Responsibilities

• Develop new and enhance existing furniture products for various markets.
• Lead the R&D junior team to generate innovative concepts.
• Provide technical guidance using CAD tools for detailed drawings.

Skills

CAD (SolidWorks)

Product Design

Industrial Design

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Product Design or Industrial Design

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Overview

Our client is a furniture manufacturer, and the ideal candidate for this Product & Industrial Design role has strong CAD (SolidWorks) skills for furniture design. Working location is in Senawang, fully onsite basis.

Responsibilities

• Design & Innovation - Apply broad industrial and product design skills to develop new and enhance existing furniture products for various markets.


• Concept Development & Team Leadership - Lead the R&D junior team in generating innovative concepts to improve product functionality and aesthetics.


• Design Evaluation & Strategy - Assess and recommend design factors such as materials, cost, production methods, ergonomics, safety, sustainability, and market trends to ensure strategic alignment.


• Technical Design & CAD Execution - Provide technical guidance in creating detailed 2D/3D drawings and diagrams using CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks), including fit, clearance, and interference checks.


• Collaboration & Documentation - Coordinate with internal departments and clients throughout the product realization process, manage design documentation, and support special projects while ensuring confidentiality and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Product Design, Industrial Design, or a related field, with 3–5 years of experience in designing, preferably within the furniture industry.


• Strong ability to sketch and produce detailed technical drawings, with solid proficiency in CAD software — especially SolidWorks.


• Hands-on experience in designing and manufacturing furniture using materials such as metal, steel, wood, and plastic, with a good understanding of their properties and applications.


• Excellent communication skills for engaging with customers and cross-functional teams. Proficiency in English and Chinese as an added advantage.


• To be considered for this role, the relevant rights to work in Malaysia are required. Candidates who require work pass need not apply.