Structural Designer II — CAD & SolidWorks Expert

1 La-Z-Boy Incorporated; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

La-Z-Boy Incorporated is seeking an entry-level engineer to support the creation and development of frame and structural requirements for new products and prototypes in the global residential division. You will use CAD modeling and structural design principles to drive innovation, maintain documentation, and implement designs into manufacturing.

You will assist across project stages from concept to production, collaborating with cross-functional teams, performing material evaluations, and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with 0-2 years of work experience or equivalent.
• SolidWorks experience.
• Ability to interpreting part print.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Project, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Up to 10% travel required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the identification and development of frame and structural requirements, establishing the style’s design direction based on guidelines from merchandising when applicable.
• Create detailed drawings and CAD models for multiple materials including wood, foam, panelboard, metal, and plastic components for new and re-engineered products, ensuring alignment with aesthetic, functional, and cost criteria.
• Assist with the research and implement changes to existing products and ensure all designs are tested, documented, and entered in the appropriate databases.
• Assist with the creation of physical prototypes for review against design criteria and standards.
• Assist with the development and execute test plans for new or existing materials, evaluating data to ensure compliance with industry and company standards, and recommend improvements when necessary.
• Assist with the creation of all necessary manufacturing documentation, including wood lists, prints, and BOMs, and lead the implementation of approved designs across manufacturing plants and supply centers.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure designs are feasible, cost-effective, and aligned with business objectives.
• Maintain and update high-quality design, part, and manufacturing standards and documentation.
• Partner with the Test Lab to design and conduct tests and engineering studies to validate and refine designs, ensuring product quality and durability.
• Assist with the evaluation and selection of materials, balancing performance with cost-effectiveness to meet cost targets.

Skills

Teamwork

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Ability to interpret part prints

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s degree in engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Microsoft Office

Job description

La-Z-Boy Incorporated is seeking an entry-level engineer to support the creation and development of frame and structural requirements for new products and prototypes in the global residential division. You will use CAD modeling and structural design principles to drive innovation, maintain documentation, and implement designs into manufacturing.

You will assist across project stages from concept to production, collaborating with cross-functional teams, performing material evaluations, and