KC Store Fixtures ยท 3 months ago
Design Engineer
Kansas City, MO
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expKC Store Fixtures is seeking a Design Engineer to drive the design process for custom retail fixtures, furniture, and displays. This role involves leading a design team, managing the design lifecycle, and ensuring products meet client expectations while maintaining quality craftsmanship.
Retail
Responsibilities
Drive the design process for our growing line of custom retail fixtures, furniture, and displays and lead the design team in translating customer visions into innovative, manufacturable, and cost-effective products
Responsible for managing the full design lifecycle, mentoring junior designers, and collaborating with sales, estimating, and production teams to ensure each product meets client expectations, brand standards, and budget goals
Lead the custom design process from concept through final approval, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of all technical assets
Interpret complex customer needs, inspirations, and space constraints to create compelling design solutions
Produce highly detailed CAD drawings, 3D models, and visual renderings using tools like Fusion 360, SolidWorks, and/or SketchUp
Review and refine designs with internal stakeholders, including estimators, product managers, and production leads
Maintain and improve the design library of standard components, materials, finishes, and customization options
Ensure all designs meet manufacturability and cost-efficiency targets without compromising aesthetics or quality
Mentor junior CAD designers, set best practices, and help build scalable design systems
Stay ahead of industry trends and materials to introduce innovative techniques and sustainable design approaches
Support the sales and marketing team with presentation renderings, concept visuals, and design input for customer proposals
Drive continuous improvement in the design-to-production workflow
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, Interior Architecture, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
5+ years of hands-on CAD design experience, preferably in custom furniture, fixtures, or product manufacturing
Proficiency in CAD software (Fusion 360, SolidWorks, SketchUp, AutoCAD, or similar)
Strong portfolio of custom design work, including technical drawings, renderings, and photos of finished products
Deep knowledge of materials, joinery methods, construction techniques, and production limitations
Experience working directly with estimators, engineers, and fabricators
Strong leadership, communication, and mentoring skills
Ability to juggle multiple projects with tight deadlines
A passion for craftsmanship, problem-solving, and translating abstract ideas into tangible products
Company
KC Store Fixtures
KC Store Fixtures is a leading online distributor of retail fixtures and displays as well as a Lozier Certified Provider for gondola and accessories.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Jeff Falk
Chief Executive Officer
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