Millwork Manufacturing Engineer

Metrica; Northampton (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life" and

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

Flexible work schedule

Employee discounts on shop goods

Job summary

Metrica in Northampton, MA is seeking a Millwork Manufacturing Engineer who translates shop drawings to CNC output and drives precision in complex interiors.

The role suits skilled cabinetmakers ready to move into a technical manufacturing position; training in CNC and 3D software is available.

You will collaborate with design, engineering, and shop teams to deliver high-end, fully custom projects with uncompromising quality.

Qualifications

• Background in cabinetmaking, millwork, or architectural woodworking.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and familiarity with 3D parametric software (or willingness to learn).
• CNC experience is a plus; training available for the right craftsperson.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in high-quality work.
• Desire to grow into a more technical, engineering-focused role.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the critical link between design, engineering, and production translating concepts into precise manufacturing instructions.
• Create detailed manufacturing drawings using AutoCAD or 3D software to break down cabinetry and millwork into parts.
• Prepare and document production workflows, cut lists, and installation sequences.
• Program 3-axis CNC machines to produce precision components.
• Collaborate with engineering and shop teams to ensure seamless production.
• Identify smarter, more efficient ways to build complex custom work and uphold quality standards.

Skills

Cabinetmaking & millwork

Attention to detail

Engineering mindset

Tools

AutoCAD

3D parametric software

Job description

About Metrica

Rooted in a 17th-century workshop in Münster, Germany, Metrica has evolved into a global interior outfitter of superyachts, legacy-grade residences, and custom furniture. Across Germany, Austria, and the United States, our master makers, engineers, and project leaders combine craftsmanship, technical expertise, and material understanding to deliver custom interiors of exceptional detail and complexity.

Our work is guided by a commitment to enduring quality, thoughtful execution, and collaboration across every stage of the process.

The Opportunity

We are growing and looking for a Millwork Manufacturing Engineer who understands how exceptional millwork comes together from shop drawings to CNC output and wants to play a key role in bringing complex, high-end designs to life.

This is an ideal role for a skilled cabinetmaker or millworker ready to step into a technical position where your craft knowledge directly drives precision manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

You’ll be the critical link between design, engineering, and production translating custom concepts into clear, precise manufacturing instructions.

Create detailed manufacturing drawings using AutoCAD or 3D software to break down cabinetry and millwork assemblies for part manufacture

• Prepare and document production workflows, cut lists, and installation sequences
• Program 3-axis CNC machines to produce precision components
• Collaborate closely with engineering and shop teams to ensure seamless production
• Help identify smarter, more efficient ways to build complex custom work
• Ensure our uncompromising quality standards are maintained at every step

What Makes You a Strong Fit

• Background in cabinetmaking, millwork, or architectural woodworking
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and familiarity with 3D parametric software (or strong willingness to learn)
• Comfortable working with computers, drawings, and technical details
• CNC experience is a plus, but we will train the right craftsperson
• Strong attention to detail and pride in producing accurate, high-quality work
• Desire to grow into a more technical, engineering-focused role

Why Metrica

• Work on high-end, fully custom projects, no repetitive production runs
• Join a team that values craftsmanship, precision, and innovation
• Use modern equipment alongside traditional woodworking expertise
• Opportunity for long-term career growth in engineering and digital manufacturing
• Stable, full-time position in a respected, growing company

Location & Benefits

Location: Northampton, MA

Reliable commute or relocation required.

Salary: $50,000 to $70,000

Benefits:

• Competitive pay based on experience and skill
• Pension plan
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Flexible work schedule
• Employee discounts on shop goods

At Metrica, our work is shaped by a shared commitment to going beyond all measure. Across disciplines, workshops, and project teams, we combine creativity beyond boundaries, craftsmanship beyond compare, and quality beyond expectation to deliver interiors defined by precision, collaboration, and care in every detail.