Drafter

Responsible for the look and feel of the furniture we use daily. They’re tasked with creating new pieces that are both aesthetically pleasing and functional, while also ensuring that these designs can be mass-produced at a reasonable cost. Must have an eye for detail and an understanding of human anatomy and physiology. They must also work well in a team environment—they rely on engineers, woodworkers, metal workers, fabricators, etc., to help bring their ideas to life.

What you Will Do

• Prepare technical drawings, sections and details as per requirement.
• Perform drafting and design work.
• Ensure all drawings comply with the company's quality standards.
• Rectify and update the latest drawing according to changes.
• Able to undertake any other duties assigned.
• Determine and develop user requirements for systems in production, to ensure maximum usability.
• Carry out research to help develop ideas.
• Produce new designs, or improve existing ones.
• Creating sketches and drawings of new designs using software such as AutoCAD or SolidWorks.
• Meeting to discuss needs and preferences and recommending materials, colors, and styles that will meet their goals.
• Take into account size, shape, ergonomics and production methods when producing design ideas.
• Developing a thorough understanding of current trends in style so new designs will be desirable to consumers.
• Reviewing existing furniture designs to identify opportunities for improvement or change.

What You Will Need

• 5+ years experience in the outdoor furniture industry.
• 5+ years experience in product management, product development, retail merchandising, or related.
• 2+ years of experience scaling new product categories in a B2B consumer products brand.
• Proven track record of managing all aspects of a successful product through its lifecycle, with an understanding of supply chain and sourcing processes.
• A collaborative leader, leading by example and encouraging team members to innovate, improve and solve customer needs.
• Impeccable taste and eye for visual design and practical product design.
• Knowledge of current market, design, and product trends.
• Experience with furniture and related categories.
• Adaptable, with a hungry-to-grow mindset.
• Resourceful, proactive, and a true team player.
• Fluent in English is a plus.