Sr. CET Interior Designer

SCALIS

Milwaukee (WI)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay & benefits

Cutting-edge design technology

Supportive team and work-life balance

Growth opportunities

Innovative design culture

Job summary

Bold Business is seeking a Sr. CET Interior Designer to lead the technical execution of office spaces for complex design scopes.

You will guide design strategy, mentor junior staff, and coordinate with sales leadership, A&D firms, contractors, and IT/engineering partners to deliver high-performance commercial environments. You will produce buildable CET drawings, space plans, and polished visuals, ensuring adherence to codes (ADA, LEED, WELL) and client requirements while driving project success

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design (FIDER/CIDA preferred).
3–5+ years in commercial furniture or workplace design, with dealership project experience.
Advanced CET Designer (Configura) and AutoCAD proficiency, plus ProjectSpec and MS Office.
Deep knowledge of systems furniture, product specs, finishes, and technical applications.
Highly organized, autonomous, detail-oriented in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Lead technical design and execution of CET drawings and complex furniture plans.
Perform detailed space planning integrating systems furniture with codes (ADA, LEED, WELL).
Produce installation drawings and documentation packages for constructability and orders.
Conduct field verifications, measurements, and resolve plan vs. site discrepancies.
Collaborate with sales, VP of Sales, A&D firms, contractors, and IT/engineering partners.
Presentations and client-facing meetings to convey design proposals and value.

Skills

CET Designer

AutoCAD

ProjectSpec

Configura

Microsoft Office

Systems furniture knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design

Tools

Configura CET Designer

AutoCAD

ProjectSpec

Job description

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About BOLD Business

About the job

Job Overview

We are seeking a design-driven Sr. CET Interior Designer to join our team. In this role, you will lead the technical execution of office spaces for complex design scopes, guide design strategy, and serve as a vital technical, product, and process resource for the broader team. Representing a top-tier U.S. commercial furniture dealer handling major brands like Haworth, Steelcase, Kimball, and Teknion, you will support multinational clients globally, translating intricate requirements into highly sophisticated, buildable, and high-performance commercial workplace environments.

As a seasoned professional, you will manage detailed documentation, mentor junior designers, and contribute directly to design operations. Partnering with sales leadership, Account Executives, and external partners, you will produce innovative workspace solutions, space plans, and polished visual presentations that win business and inspire global brands.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Design & Execution

Advanced Visuals & Plans: Lead the development of detailed CET drawings, complex furniture plans, product specifications, high-quality 3D visuals, and presentation materials that align with sales strategy.
Space Planning & Standards: Lead detailed space planning efforts, integrating complex systems furniture, architectural plans, site conditions, and strict commercial codes (ADA, LEED, WELL) into accurate designs.
Documentation & Installation Packages: Produce and oversee installation drawings and supporting documentation packages, ensuring constructability, clear alignment with project intent, and seamless order entry/as-builts.
Accuracy & Field Coordination: Conduct field verifications, inventories, and onsite measurements. Identify and resolve discrepancies between plans, specifications, field conditions, and installation requirements.
Cross-Functional Partnership: Partner strategically with Account Executives, VP of Sales, clients, architectural & design (A&D) firms, contractors, and technical partners (IT, electrical, etc.) to shape project vision.
Client Representation: Represent the design function confidently and professionally in client-facing meetings, presentations, and value‑alignment discussions.
Project Oversight: Provide proactive, regular updates to Design Managers, Team Leads, and Sales leadership while helping steer project direction, risks, and priorities.

Leadership, Quality Control & Innovation

Mentorship: Mentor Designer I and Designer II team members through technical guidance, drawing reviews, product knowledge, and process coaching.
Quality Control: Own design operations standards and workflow improvements, thoroughly reviewing all project deliverables prior to release.
Market Insight: Stay ahead of product innovations, workplace ergonomics, manufacturer resources, and sustainability considerations, sharing insights across the team.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design or related field (FIDER or CIDA-accredited programs preferred).
Experience: 3–5+ years of progressive commercial furniture or workplace design industry experience, with specific background in furniture dealership projects and complex commercial interiors.
Software Expertise: Advanced mastery and proficiency in CET Designer (Configura) and AutoCAD are required, including complex drawing production, specifications, and revisions. Strong working knowledge of ProjectSpec and Microsoft Office.
Product Knowledge: Deep understanding of systems furniture, product specifications, ancillary solutions, finish selections, and technical applications.
Mindset & Soft Skills: Highly organized, solutions-driven, and detail-oriented. Possesses the independence and judgment to work with significant autonomy in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple complex projects.

What We Offer

Competitive Pay and Benefits.
Opportunity to work with cutting-edge design technology.
Thrive in a fast-paced, supportive team that values work‑life balance.
Play a key role in design operations—your impact on company growth will be evident.
Join a culture that values your contributions and equips you with the tools to succeed.
Be part of an innovative team that continuously learns and adapts.

Preferred Skills