Geiger · 7 hours ago
Upholstery Development Engineer
Hildebran, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expGeiger furnishes the modern office with beautiful solutions for various spaces. The Upholstery Development Engineer will support product development by collaborating with engineering and cross-functional teams, designing seating frames, foam, and components using 3D CAD modeling software.
FurnitureHome DecorHome Improvement
No H1B
Responsibilities
Work with internal and external partners toward a timely execution of prototypes
Maintain highest level of craftsmanship and quality in development and introduction of new products
Create accurate engineering specification drawing with minimum direction
Make modifications to existing CAD drawings to support manufacturing and purchasing maintenance
Manage all CAD activities within a project
Participates within cross functional product development team
Sets example for others in attitude exhibited and high standard in quality and quantity of work completed
Works to improve one’s technical and organizational skills through educational and training opportunities
Performs Additional Responsibilities As Requested To Achieve Business Objectives
Qualification
Required
Experience designing and engineering plywood and solid wood upholstered chair frames and foam
Bachelor's degree in applied arts preferred or equivalent education and professional experience
5 years of professional CAD experience with leading large CAD projects
Experience developing, reverse engineering and designing upholstered furniture
Hands-on experience with frame construction, foam up and upholstery preferred with mature sense of comfort and feel
Proven design and problem-solving skills with a keen understanding of brand aesthetic
Proven experience working with cross-functional teams
Demonstrated ability to effectively use office automation, communication, software and tools currently used in the HMI office environment with a basic understanding of the current CAD systems used within the functional area
Exhibits high personal performance standards, the desire and ability to continuously learn and must be results oriented
Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills, including professional presentation skills
Must be open to new ideas and technologies that enable drafters to work and communicate in new ways
Exhibits ability to work cooperatively both in a team environment and independently
Must be able to maintain a positive attitude in addressing concerns
Must be an assertive, self-starter with the self-confidence and ability to represent Herman Miller in a professional manner to gain a high level of confidence from internal and external contacts
Must be willing to take ownership efficiently working to drive tasks to completion
Ability to understand the corporation's values, goals and the objectives along with key financial drivers
Must be able to perform all essential job functions with or without accommodation
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in applied arts preferred or equivalent education and professional experience
Hands-on experience with frame construction, foam up and upholstery preferred with mature sense of comfort and feel
Company
Geiger
Geiger design and furnishes modern, private offices, conference rooms, and collaborative spaces.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase