Designer

Kbm Hogue; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

Company-paid holidays

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Life and AD&D insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

KBM Hogue is seeking a Furniture Designer to translate program requirements into accurate drawings, specs, and presentations from programming through installation. You will create layouts, renderings, bills of materials, and as-built documentation while ensuring compliance with fire, safety, electrical, and ADA requirements.

Collaborate with internal teams, A&D partners, and clients to deliver cohesive projects and high-quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of three (3) years of furniture dealership experience.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience using AutoCAD and CET Designer.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; collaborative, team-oriented mindset.
• Prolonged periods of sitting and working on a computer; ability to lift up to 15 pounds; travel up to 5%.

Responsibilities

• Participate in projects from programming through installation with internal and external clients.
• Plan workspaces using AutoCAD, CET Designer, Spec, and other software as required.
• Produce renderings for workstation, office, and ancillary layouts using CET Designer.
• Specify systems and ancillary furniture and procure vendor quotes as needed.
• Develop accurate as-builts and bills of materials.
• Ensure all plans and specifications comply with local fire, safety, electrical, and ADA codes.

Job description

Description

The Designer plays a key role in developing furniture plans, specifications, and visual solutions that support functional, compliant, and inspiring work environments. This role collaborates closely with internal teams, A&D partners, and clients to translate program requirements and design intent into accurate drawings, specifications, and presentations. The Designer supports projects from programming through installation, producing layouts, renderings, bills of materials, and as-built documentation while ensuring all work complies with applicable fire, safety, electrical, and ADA requirements. Through strong coordination with internal teams, vendors, and trades, the Designer contributes to cohesive project execution and high-quality client outcomes.

Requirements

DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

Design Execution & Documentation

• Participate in projects from programming through installation with internal and external clients.
• Plan workspaces using AutoCAD, CET Designer, Spec, and other software as required.
• Produce renderings for workstation, office, and ancillary layouts using CET Designer.
• Specify systems and ancillary furniture and procure vendor quotes as needed.
• Develop accurate as-builts and bills of materials.
• Ensure all plans and specifications comply with local fire, safety, electrical, and ADA codes.

Project Collaboration & Coordination

• Communicate with design firms, general contractors, electricians, and other trades regarding furniture-related deliverables.
• Complete site verifications and field measurements when required.
• Participate in specification reviews and quality checks of design deliverables.
• Build and maintain productive working relationships with internal teams and project partners.

Client & Industry Engagement

• Support customer engagement through visual storytelling and clear design communication.
• Participate in RFP presentations, product specifications, and showroom tours.
• Attend vendor presentations, product training, and industry events as required.
• Develop and maintain professional relationships within the industry and with vendor partners.

Project & Financial Discipline

• Apply working knowledge of product discounting and margins.
• Create design budgets and track budget-to-actual.
• Track billable and non-billable time and submit weekly reports to leadership.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or equivalent work experience (typically 5-7 years).
• Working knowledge of the design process from programming through installation.
• Minimum of three (3) years of furniture dealership experience preferred.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience using AutoCAD and CET Designer preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; collaborative, team-oriented mindset.
• Demonstrated professionalism, integrity, sound judgment, and commitment to client satisfaction.
• High level of empathy for client needs and design intent.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and Zoom.
• Prolonged periods of sitting and working on a computer.
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds as needed.
• Travel up to 5% to local KBM Hogue offices and client sites; occasional overnight travel may be required.
• Work Schedule: Hybrid with a minimum of three (3) on-site days per week

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The information included in this job description is intended to outline the general nature and level of work typically performed by employees in this classification. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, or working conditions associated with the role. This description reflects the essential functions of the position as currently defined. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or assign duties and responsibilities based on business needs, consistent with applicable law.

Equal Employment Opportunity

KBM Hogue is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, national origin, age (40 and over), sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, reproductive health decision-making, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Compensation

The base salary range for this position is $85,000-$115,000 annually. This range represents the base salary that KBM Hogue reasonably expects to pay for this position at the time of posting and is provided as a good‑faith estimate. The posted range does not guarantee a specific salary or an offer at any particular point within the range. Actual base salary will be determined based on job-related factors, which may include the candidate’s relevant experience, skills, qualifications, certifications, and work location.

Benefits

KBM Hogue offers eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Unlimited paid time off, subject to company policy
• Company‑paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short‑term disability (non‑California employees)
• Long‑term disability
• Basic life and AD&D insurance
• Supplemental life insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Additional benefits available to eligible employees