Jackson Furniture Industries · 4 hours ago
CAD - Product Developer
Cleveland, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelJackson Furniture Industries is seeking a versatile and skilled Product Developer to join their Research & Development Team. This role involves supporting frame engineering, upholstery pattern development, and foam design, combining digital design with hands-on prototyping to launch new products efficiently.
Furniture
Responsibilities
Create, update, and maintain 2D and 3D frame drawings in AutoCAD
Draft frame assemblies, cut parts, jig templates, mechanical components, and spec diagrams
Interpret engineering notes, design updates, and prototype feedback
Support frame changes during development, testing, and production launch
Assist with mechanism layouts and mechanical interactions for motion furniture
Develop digital upholstery patterns in Assyst (required)
Add seam allowances, notches, grainlines, match points, and sewing marks
Validate patterns through physical builds on frames
Revise patterns based on fit issues, ease requirements, or sewing feedback
Maintain revision control, pattern libraries, and digital documentation
Assist in designing foam components for seats, backs, and arms
Evaluate and document foam densities, ILD ratings, layering, and cut shapes
Work with suppliers and internal teams to test comfort variations
Update foam drawings, specifications, and part lists during development
Verify foam fit during prototype builds and recommend improvements
Build sample frames and assist with upholstery fit-up as needed
Use hand tools, staple guns, and standard shop equipment
Support sewing & upholstery teams during sample builds and pilot runs
Identify, build, or comfort issues early and propose corrective actions
Work directly with plant management during early production trials
Troubleshoot cut/sew, upholstery, or foam-fit issues on the production floor
Provide clear communication to operators, supervisors, and engineers
Support continuous improvement initiatives across product lines
Measure components, record specs, and maintain technical documents
Create and update cut part lists, BOMs, upholstery maps, and foam spec sheets
Track and maintain accurate documentation for frame, pattern, and foam components
Organize and maintain digital files according to development standards
Ensure all BOM and spec data is updated consistently during the development cycle
Communicate changes clearly across teams
Qualification
Required
Proficiency in AutoCAD for 2D/3D drafting (required)
Proficiency in Assyst (or comparable pattern-making software) for pattern design
Understanding of upholstery construction, sewing techniques, and frame structure
Basic understanding of foam densities, ILD, and comfort construction
Ability to read blueprints, engineering drawings, and 3D layouts
Experience in upholstery pattern development and CAD drafting
Assyst (or comparable pattern-making software) experience required
AutoCAD experience required
Preferred
Experience with foam design or upholstery comfort systems
Upholstery, sewing, drafting, or engineering background strongly preferred
Experience with SolidWorks (preferred, not required)
Prior furniture industry experience is a strong plus
Benefits
401(k) with employer match
Health, dental, vision, life insurance
Monday–Friday schedule
Overtime as needed during launch periods
Company
Jackson Furniture Industries
Born in 1903, Mr. W. Ray Jackson left very humble beginnings in Cleveland, TN at age 16 to set out on his own.
Founded in 1933
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase