jcareydesign is a design-led bespoke joinery manufacturer operating in a variety of sectors including sports stadiums, distinct office environments, courtrooms, luxurious hotels, and high-end restaurants.
We are a UK manufacturer with a reputation for great service, individuality and endless bespoke product options and capabilities.
We are looking for a committed and detail orientated individual to fulfil the role of a Designer as part of our existing team.
This is a full time role at 40 hours per week, requiring office hours 08:30 to 17:00, Monday to Friday.
This is an in-person, office-based role in Lothianburn, Edinburgh.
The nature of the role requires commitment to hit weekly deadlines to satisfy client drawing approval submissions and production drawing targets.
This vacancy is for an experienced Furniture Designer with the following skills:
- A minimum of 5 years’ experience in producing detailed technical drawings of bespoke furniture for manufacture
- 5+ years of Solidworks experience
- A strong understanding of furniture production methods and materials including veneers, laminates, solid surface materials, metalwork and upholstery.
- A strong ability to keep organised with information across several items simultaneously.
- Be an open and contentious team player – listening to others’ advice and experience and taking it on board.
- Driven to be thorough and accurate, consistently.
- Good communication skills both in the form of updating managers and project leads, as well as sketching or modelling to communicate design ideas / details.
The key responsibility of the role is:
The efficient and accurate delivery of individual items of bespoke joinery, which fit into a wider design scheme; being mindful of client requirements, material costs, manufacturing capabilities, installation limitations and drawing deadlines.
Other responsibilities include:
Generating clear and accurate approval and production drawings to the highest standards.
Carry out model reviews with workshop staff to agree and sign off design & details.
Researching and integrating components / fittings.
Producing a bill of materials / requisition to cover all materials and fittings on your item.
Generating and self-checking a cut list and corresponding drawing to be issued to the workshop for manufacture.
Consider site conditions and restrictions to inform design and buildability / assembly on site.
When applying, please attach your technical portfolio alongside your CV.
Salary dependant on experience, great opportunities for development.
J Carey Design Ltd is an equal opportunities employer seeking to create a diverse working environment. We do not discriminate on the basis of ethnic origin, gender, nationality, religion, physical ability, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, or medical history. All employees of J Carey Design Ltd are responsible for maintaining a work culture free from discrimination and harassment by treating others with kindness and respect.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £27,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Cycle to work scheme
- Flexitime
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
