SENIOR ENGINEER - PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT

Bassett Furniture; Newton (NC); Sur place; USD 90 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical insurance

FSA and HSA

Dental and Vision

401(k) Plan

Stock Purchase Plan

Paid vacation

Holidays

AFLAC

Critical Care Insurance

Hospital Insurance

On-site clinic

Free mental health counseling

Résumé du poste

Bassett Furniture is seeking a Senior Engineer – Product Development to turn designer concepts into buildable upholstery frames. You will design stationary and motion frames, create 3D models, and prep 2D drawings for manufacturing.

Collaborate with design, sample room, and plant teams to ensure frames look right, build efficiently, and endure use. The role emphasizes strong CAD skills, machining readiness, and hands-on production support, with opportunities to mentor colleagues and help shape

Qualifications

• 5+ years designing furniture frames (studio to production).
• Translate sketches, drawings and photos into buildable frame designs.
• Advanced 3D modeling in Solid Edge.

Responsabilités

• Interpret sketches to engineer stationary and motion upholstery frames.
• Build 3D frame models in Solid Edge (rails, posts, seat decks, backs, arms).
• Prepare 2D manufacturing drawings in AutoCAD with BOMs and cut lists.
• Prepare 3D models/part files for CNC routing and nesting.
• Release designs to production and support first builds.
• Maintain revision-controlled model/drawing/CNC libraries.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to design standards.

Connaissances

Furniture frame design

Translate sketches to designs

3D modeling

Technical drawing communication

Formation

Associate degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering or Furniture Design

Outils

Solid Edge

AutoCAD

Platain

SigmaNEST

Description du poste

Senior Engineer – Product Development

Position summary

Bassett Furniture is hiring a Senior Engineer – Product Development to turn designer concepts into buildable upholstery frames. You will design stationary and motion frames for mockups and market samples, working from designer sketches, 2D drawings, and photos.

This role owns the path from concept to cut part: 3D frame modeling, 2D CAD prep for manufacturing, and 3D model prep for CNC routing. You will partner closely with design, sample room, and plant teams to deliver frames that look right, build efficiently, and hold up in use.

Key responsibilities

• Interpret designer sketches, 2D drawings, and photos to engineer stationary and motion upholstery frames.
• Build accurate 3D frame models in Solid Edge, including rails, posts, seat decks, backs, arms, and blocking.
• Integrate motion mechanisms (recliners, power and manual motion, sleepers) with correct clearances, mounting, and geometry.
• Prepare 2D manufacturing drawings in AutoCAD: part details, cut lists, assembly drawings, and bills of material.
• Prep 3D models and part files for CNC routing, including toolpath-ready geometry and nesting.
• Program and optimize CNC router output using Platain and nest parts in SigmaNEST to maximize yield and reduce waste.
• Build and support mockups and market samples on tight timelines, adjusting designs based on fit, comfort, and appearance reviews.
• Engineer frames for strength, durability, material efficiency, and repeatable production.
• Release designs to production and support the plant through first builds, resolving fit and assembly issues.
• Maintain organized, revision-controlled model, drawing, and CNC program libraries.
• Mentor junior engineers and technicians and contribute to frame design standards.

Required qualifications

• 5+ years designing furniture frames, ideally upholstered stationary and motion furniture.
• Proven ability to translate sketches, drawings, and photos into buildable frame designs.
• Advanced 3D modeling skills in Solid Edge.
• Strong 2D drafting skills in AutoCAD for manufacturing documentation.
• Experience preparing 3D models and part files for CNC router production.
• Solid understanding of wood and engineered panel materials, joinery, fasteners, and frame construction methods.
• Ability to read and create technical drawings, tolerances, and bills of material.
• Clear communicator who works well with designers, sample makers, and production teams.
• Comfortable managing multiple sample projects against market deadlines.

Software and technical skills

• Solid Edge – 3D frame modeling and assemblies – Required
• AutoCAD – 2D CAD prep for manufacturing – Required
• Platain – CNC router programming – Knowledge preferred
• SigmaNEST – Part nesting for CNC cutting – Knowledge preferred

Preferred qualifications

• Associates degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering, Furniture Design, or equivalent experience.
• Hands-on experience with motion mechanism suppliers and mechanism integration.
• Working knowledge of upholstery construction: springs, suspension, foam, and fabric wrap allowances.
• Experience in a sample room or prototype shop environment.Familiarity with lean manufacturing and design-for-manufacturing practices.

Work environment

This role splits time between the engineering office, the sample room, and the production floor. Expect to stand, walk, and handle frame parts and mockups on the shop floor, with appropriate safety equipment.

Benefits Include:

• Medical insurance available the first month following 30 days of employment
• FSA and HSA available
• Dental and Vision
• 401(k) Plan
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid vacation upon hire
• Holidays
• AFLAC
• Critical Care Insurance
• Hospital Insurance
• On-site clinic
• Free mental health counseling

Bassett Furniture is an equal opportunity employer.