Kitchen and Bath Junior Design Engineer - AutoCAD Proficient
Design Galleria Kitchen and Bath Studio, Nashville, TN, United States
JUNIOR DESIGN ENGINEER
DESCRIPTION
The Junior Design Engineer is a foundational, entry level role at Design Galleria. Individuals in this position work under the guidance of the Lead Designer and in collaboration with the Design Engineer supporting the technical development of projects.
Responsibilities include assisting with design development, cabinetry engineering and planning, and contributing to aspects of project coordination and execution. This role is structured to provide hands on experience while building the skills necessary for increased responsibility over time, with a clear path for growth within the team.
SKILLS
- AutoCAD proficient
- Skilled at translating hand-drawings and/or conceptual sketches into floor plans and elevations
- Working experience in the development of mechanical drawings for plumbing, electrical, and lighting components
- Capable of using typical Microsoft Office products for PC’s (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Very organized and able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Experienced with design with a fundamental understanding of the design process
- Ethical and professional in manner, attitude and dress
- Self-motivated and able to work independently
- Able to meet schedule deadlines and work at a fast pace
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
· Under the guidance of the Lead Designer, support the development of cabinetry designs and related products based on designer supplied concepts, ensuring all relevant technical information is incorporated.
· Prepare initial project estimates based on designer provided layouts and concepts, including:
o Cabinetry
o Associated components
o Installation
o Delivery
o Full training will be provided on pricing systems, as well as a foundational understanding of cabinetry construction and cost components.
· Complete development of projects in CAD
o Field measure
o Floor plan
o Elevations
o Details, sections
o MEP, RCP, Framing
o Complete and accurate dimensions
· Accurate and thorough engineering of all projects for proper function
o Appliances
o Hardware
o Margins between cabinet doors/drawers/linears/appliances
· Updated, final drawings
o Adjusted to any subsequent field measures, etc.
· Updated / final cabinetry pricing
o Cabinets, associated parts, install, delivery
o Options for these same items as needed by the project designer
· Pricing on non-cabinetry items as needed for complete project pricing
· Complete details on all cabinets as needed to order cabinets properly
· Complete details on all non-cabinetry items as needed to order those items properly
· Order project samples as needed for presentations / client approval
· Under the guidance of the Design Engineer develop and submit final cabinet orders to cabinet shop(s)
o Clear, clean orders with all appropriate notes, dimensions, etc.
o DG drawings numbered to match the cabinet order
o Submission of approved samples as needed/required by the cabinet shop
· Manage receipt of shop drawings / sign off on shop drawings in a timely manner
o Designer should review all shop drawings as well to ensure all items orders reflect the design intent and client needs
· Coordination of cabinetry shipment to the warehouse or jobsite
· Under the guidance of the Design Engineer development of a complete installation package for the cabinet installer
o DG drawings numbered to match the shop drawings
o Cabinet shop drawings
o Appliance specifications
o Installation cost with associated drawings
· Assist with oversight of project installation to ensure successful install that is consistent with the design intent
o Answer installer questions and involving the project designer as needed
· Assist with all work necessary to complete a project in a timely manner including:
o Ordering of cabinetry parts needed to complete the project (should be approved by the project designer)
o Ordering of any non-cabinetry parts (that could not be ordered until cabinets arrived)
o Scheduling return trips for install
o Scheduling a finisher for cabinetry touch-ups
· The Lead designer should be involved with and approve any project activities that involve an added cost or expense above and beyond the final estimate.
· Develop and maintain a door style and finish schedule per project
· Develop and maintain an appliance schedule per project
· Ensure drawings reflect final plumbing selections
· Project site visits for field measurements, project check-ins, install check-ins, etc. as determined by the project designer
· Assisting Lead Designer on office tasks as needed
· Attend to the showroom floor to greet clients and schedule appointments on behalf of the Lead Designer when not available
Hours:
· Work schedule is 9am to 5pm to align with the showroom hours.
· Full-time salary employees have a forty-five minute lunch break.
· Each salaried employee is allowed 5 sick days per year, which become available for use 90 days after start of employment. These sick days are reinstated each calendar year and cannot be accrued.
· Each salaried employee is allowed 5 personal days per year, which become available for use 90 days after start of employment. These personal days are reinstated each calendar year and cannot be accrued.
· In addition to personal and sick days, salaried employees are given 5 days of vacation after 2 years of employment, 10 days after 4 years, and 15 days after 6 years. These vacation days cannot be accrued.
Benefits:
· Comprehensive medical and dental insurance is provided 60 days after start of employment for salaried employees. Family members are allowed to join in this plan at an additional cost to the employee.
· A 401(k) program and profit sharing is available after 1 year of employment. Additional details of the plan will be provided prior to your eligibility.
· Driving expenses for project related trips are reimbursed to employees according to IRS standard business mileage rates in place at the time of reimbursement.