Frame Engineer We are looking for an experienced and driven Frame Engineer in our Valdese NC location Who will be responsible for the design development and frame specifications for our upholstery furniture This position will be an integral part of the product development team and report to the Director of Product Development The Company Shenandoah Furniture is a division of Hooker Furnishings Corporation Hooker Furnishings in its 100th year of business is a designer marketer and importer of case goods wooden and metal furniture leather furniture and fabricupholstered furniture for the residential hospitality and contract markets Shenandoah Furniture specializes in manufacturing quality upperend transitional and modern upholstered furnitureampnbsp Shenandoahs success can be traced to our ability to establish close working relationships with our customers and our willingness to develop exclusive products in partnership with our accountsampnbsp We have dedicated employees who produce quality products and provide quality service for our customersampnbsp Our artisans have been crafting highquality upholstered furniture since 1981ampnbsp Primary Responsibilities Create drawings for upholstered hardwoodCNC frames using Solid Edge and AutoCAD Develop prototypes and collaborate with plant operations to produce and test prototype frames to ensure they meet quality and industry standards Approve frames for first production runs Stay informed and research market trends technologies and strategies in enhance frame quality efficiency and overall visual appeal Collaborate with design quality manufacturing and engineering to integrate frames smoothly into the production process Create detailed drawings for poly specifications and handle all lifecycle management of the specs Use strong organization and documentation skills to record and maintain specifications blueprints and processes Modify existing frames to improve production efficiency and product quality Provide technical support and solutions to address production challenges Qualifications and Experience ampnbsp Have at least 5 years of experience working in a furniture frame design and development role within the upholstery industry Be proficient in Solid Edge and Auto CAD Have BS or AA degree in manufacturing or engineering discipline or comparable experience preferred Demonstrate ability to deal with people at a crossfunctional levelampnbsp Position requires ability to effectively communicate in oral and written form to present information and respond to inquiries from employees customers and suppliers Possess knowledge of industry standards trends regulations and safety requirements related to furniture frame construction Demonstrate excellent problemsolving skills and the ability to work well under pressure Physical Requirements Ability to lift and handle materials and patterns up to 75lbs Capability to work in a manufacturing environment including standing bending and using tools for extended periods ampnbsp ampnbsp Why should you apply A company dedicated to fostering a welcoming and supportive workplace where all individuals are valued and respected Competitive compensation plans 8 paid holidays Plus an additional 2 floating holidays Paid PTO time The ability to be a part of a Multinational global organization with 14 locations in the US and offices in Vietnam and China Career development focuses including training opportunities and leadership development programs Tuition reimbursement program Emphasis on charitable giving and volunteering in our communities Focus on ESG Environmental Social and Corporate Governance Comprehensive medical dental vision plans including a generous employer health saving account HSA contribution each plan year Matching 401k employer contributions ampnbsp Shift MonFri 800am500pm ampnbsp Pay Dependent upon experience
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