Product Design Engineer – Fabric & Pattern Development

The Product Design Engineer - Fabric & Pattern Development will be directly involved in upholstery pattern and cutting for new product introduction projects from concept generation to product launch. This position will also drive the development of upholstery pattern development in designated software programs. The primary responsibilities of the Product Design Engineer - Fabric & Pattern Development will include, but are not limited to, creating upholstery patterns for all new collections, validating new products, specifying manufacturing processes for new or existing designs, and collaborating with other departments to meet project goals and objectives.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Recognizes and values customers and fellow associates by:
A) Emphasizing teamwork
B) Possessing a customer-driven attitude
C) Effectively achieving results by meeting mutually agreed upon goals

• Design engineered solutions used in the manufacture of residential new products and to drive
improvements in quality performance and cost
• Participate and lead development teams in meeting project goals and completing on-time to
established production schedule
• Specify upholstery patterns for new or existing designs
• Validate designs using engineering calculations or analysis software
• Assist in prototyping and trialing new product designs or improvements
• Create drawings and other product documentation for use by PD&E, Manufacturing, Quality, Marketing, and Merchandising
• Process Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) as assigned in a timely manner
• Understand and stay informed with Intellectual Property (IP) in the furniture industry
• Enter and maintain product data in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system as needed
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor
• Domestic/some international travel required

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial or Design Engineering or related field from an accredited university
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Experience in Optitex (or similar platform) and solid modeling using a 3D CAD program
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with other departments
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications:
• 5 years of experience working in the furniture industry
• Experience using Optitex, AccuMark, or AutoCAD (or similar platform)
• Project management experience while working in a cross-functional team