Bryan Ashley Design Engineering Manager

The Design Engineering Manager is a leader with extensive experience in Furniture Engineering and has deep technical knowledge of the tools of Engineering.  

Requirements:

• Proven leadership experience managing technical or engineering  teams. 
• Minimum 5 years’ hands on experience in hospitality furniture engineering
• Demonstrated technical expertise with 3D drawing packages (Solid Edge, Solid Works, etc).  Ability to train others, both domestically and internationally 
• Demonstrated Technical expertise with Rendering tools and experience mentoring others in rendering software and techniques
• Demonstrated success in process improvement and  change management in Engineering and CAD team environments.
• Extensive knowledge of furniture casework and seating construction methods.
• Proficient in standard business software; experience with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides) preferred 
• Experience with furniture Manufacturing materials and methods, including Wood, Metal, Stone, and finishing techniques

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the Engineering and the CAD teams, including setting priorities, mentoring team members, overseeing drawing and rendering quality and  technical documentation, and managing team capacity.

• Own and enhance Engineering and drawing standards, technical processes, and the tools used

• Represent Engineering in client discussions and in factory interactions to address product challenges and to ensure that design expectations are met

• Collaborate closely with the Project Management and the Quoting teams to ensure accurate and timely technical assistance to project challenges

• Drive continuous improvement across Engineering and CAD functions, acting as a change agent to streamline workflows, improve productivity, and reduce errors

• Support training and development of 2D, 3D, and rendering skills across domestic and international teams