Designer

Company Information

Fríant is a leading manufacturer of innovative, accessible office furniture. Operating at the intersection of style and function, we’re passionate about upholding the ethos that quality craftsmanship and practicality aren’t mutually exclusive. From panel systems and seating to desks, storage, and more, our team is busy year-round creating everything needed for a total office solution. With headquarters and manufacturing in San Leandro, California and a plant in Suffolk, Virginia, our 630,000 square feet of facilities are equipped with state-of-the-art equipment and skilled fabric and woodworkers. We craft product that helps teams get things done while feeling good doing it, regardless of industry — because at Fríant, all work styles are welcome.

Summary/Objective

The focus of a Designer is to work with our customers to complete accurate drawings and specifications to support sales efforts. Daily responsibilities will include reviewing incoming requests, validate for completeness, clarify with Customer when needed, completing the project, check completed project files for accuracy and then delivering completed project files to our Customers and Sales Teams within a very strict timeline. In addition to creating project files this position will be responsible for other projects including but not limited to the list below. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of Design, Project Coordination or Project Management experience as the role requires a very careful eye for detail and thorough completion of all job tasks within strict deadlines. Experience with Commercial Furnishings preferred but not required.

Responsibilities:

Design

• Based on information from customers, draw and specify commercial furniture layouts using AutoCAD and CAP 2020 software, providing drawings and accurate bill of materials for ordering.
• Create 2D, 3D, color renderings and specifications (BOM) using AutoCAD and 2020 CAP software.
• Clearly communicate directly with Customers and Sales Teams when clarification is needed, using product knowledge to identify appropriate solution.

Product Knowledge Resource

• Develop thorough knowledge of our products and understanding of application (training will be provided)
• Answer product questions from internal and external Teams via email and phone calls (training and resources will be provided)

Typical Library Development

• Work with Design Supervisor to create generic typicals based on popular configurations requested by Customers to keep our typical library current with customer trends

Special Projects

• Work with Product Development to identify areas for improvement to 2020 catalogs, pricelists, installation manuals and other tools managed by Product Development.
• Other tasks and projects as assigned by the Design Supervisor.

Competencies

• Communicate clearly and effectively in writing and verbally with customers and coworkers
• Strong attention to detail, organizational and multi-tasking skills
• Excellent spatial visualization skills
• Ability to learn quickly and retain and apply knowledge
• Strong interpersonal skills for frequent interactions with various team members
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Must be able to adapt to a fast-paced environment with a high volume of workflow

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets. Appropriate personal protective equipment will be required when visiting production areas.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and listen. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• One year of Design, Project Coordination or Project Management experience
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Studies in Architecture, Interior Design, or Engineering is a plus
• Demonstrated experience with written communication, especially conveying complicated or technical information
• Background in commercial furniture is a plus
• Experience with AutoCAD preferred
• Experience with CET Designer and/or Giza is a plus

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no supervisory responsibilities

• **Disclaimer: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $26.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Design, Project Coordination, or Project Management: 1 year (Preferred)
• AutoCAD: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• San Leandro, CA 94577: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person