Senior Product Designer

The Senior Product Designer will design and document custom furniture, lighting, and accessories aligned with the Workshop/APD brand. They will develop and execute product design with Workshop/APD vision for all projects and collaborations. 

Duties & Responsibilities

• Creating sketches, renderings, fabrication drawings, and 3D models as necessary to bring designs to full-scale realization.
• Providing an accurate development schedule and working within set project time constraints.
• Working closely with designers to develop project details and production details, as well as managing and mentoring junior staff.
• Tracking and recording product status; drawing approvals and production goals.
• The design scope includes furniture, lighting, plumbing fixtures, hardware, rugs, wall coverings, and other interior and architectural features.
• Various other responsibilities are to be outlined throughout your development.
• Identify opportunities to create and display Workshop Collections product line.
• Maintain industry knowledge and furniture, materials, lighting, and interior design trends.
• Select inspiration images and create mood and concept boards.
• Develop and generate sketches/renderings/models.
• Partner with the Project Team to create custom pieces that fit within the project concept/aesthetic.
• Select finishes and materials for custom products, furniture, and lighting.
• Generate materials and labor cost estimates for products.
• Serve as liaison with manufacturer to develop independent Workshop Collections product line.
• Produce documentation for custom products, furniture, and lighting.
• Acquire samples or generate prototypes as needed.
• Review manufacturer shop drawings, comment, and approve as required.
• Coordinate with vendors/consultants/manufacturers.
• Liaise with Interior Designer (residential) or client representative/purchasing manager (commercial) for purchase, manufacture, and delivery of products.
• Troubleshoot issues with the manufacturer after production if required.

Position Requirements

• Professional Degree in Product Design from an accredited program. 
• Minimum 6-8 years of professional experience managing technical projects.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills. 
• Ability and willingness to mentor and train staff across multiple disciplines.

Salary & Benefits

Workshop/APD offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, vision, profit sharing 401(k) plan, short- and long-term disability, commuter benefits, IDP mentorship and ARE/AXP reimbursement, discretionary bonus, and personal time off (vacation, sick, holidays, and personal days). In addition, WAPD offers a comprehensive health and wellness program including discounts, education, prevention training, health coaching, and fitness classes, as well as in-office perks, including an employee lounge and rooftop, outdoor patio for lunches, bi-weekly happy hours, and office supplied food and beverages. Salary is commensurate with experience and available upon request.