Project Designer: Turn Concepts into Cost-Ready Builds

Shield Casework; Fairfax (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SHIELD Casework is seeking a Project Designer in a Kansas City area facility. The role focuses on turning client ideas into buildable, cost-effective solutions with an emphasis on manufacturability and quality.

You will develop design documents through all design phases, coordinating with Sales, Estimating, and Production teams. Ideal candidates will use SketchUp and Excel daily, with additional experience in AutoCAD, Revit, SolidWorks, and other design tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Design, Architecture, or related field is required.
• 0–4+ years of relevant experience in design, manufacturing, or related field.
• Proficiency with SketchUp Pro and Excel; experience with AutoCAD, Revit, or similar tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Create design drawings and estimates through multiple phases from concept to construction documentation.
• Translate client goals into buildable, cost-effective solutions balancing aesthetics and manufacturability.
• Collaborate with Sales, Project Management, Estimating, Production, and Engineering to ensure feasibility and budget compliance.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Creative thinking

Verbal communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s in Industrial Design

Architecture background

Tools

SketchUp Pro

Microsoft Excel

AutoCAD

Revit

SolidWorks

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

Job description

SHIELD Casework is seeking a Project Designer in a Kansas City area facility. The role focuses on turning client ideas into buildable, cost-effective solutions with an emphasis on manufacturability and quality.

You will develop design documents through all design phases, coordinating with Sales, Estimating, and Production teams. Ideal candidates will use SketchUp and Excel daily, with additional experience in AutoCAD, Revit, SolidWorks, and other design tools.