Senior Custom Millwork Engineer

Join Our Team as a Senior Custom Millwork Engineer

Are you ready to bring your expertise to a thriving company where creativity, innovation, and

problem-solving shape every project? A leader in high-quality architectural millwork for 50

years is seeking a passionate and results-driven Senior Custom Millwork Engineer to join

our team. Based in the mid-Atlantic area, we specialize in creating unique spaces in

commercial buildings and are proud to deliver exceptional results for our clients.

What You'll Do

As a Senior Custom Millwork Engineer, you'll be an expert in producing 3D models for

complex and challenging products. This coach/player position will drive high quality

deliverables designed to optimize company throughput and contribution margin. You'll use

your engineering experience to create 3D models in Solidworks, Swood or other 3D

modeling program, create associated documents and release them for fabrication.

Coordination with Drafting, Project Management and Production is crucial to push projects

forward while meeting budgets and schedules.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Be an expert within a department of 3-5 engineers responsible for the development of 3D models for complex millwork items and create associated documentation.
• Hone the skills of others in the department with coaching/training and education.
• Assist the Engineering Manager with scheduling custom millwork work orders as they arrive.
• Conduct periodic audits of our standards, practices and libraries to keep them current.
• Assist the Engineering Manager in developing our ability to outsource complex 3D models for either submittals or production.
• Develop a strong relationship with the Quality Control Coordinator to ensure interdepartmental communication.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

A successful candidate will value urgency and streamlined coordination as measured by:

• You will be expected to process workorders that will have an approximate revenue level of $6M. As Senior Engineer, your expectation is higher.
• Contribution to gross margin via efficient processing of work orders. This will be tracked by using estimated/planned hours vs. actual hours.
• Number of shop issues experienced post engineering.
• Ability to increase the department's output via efficiency and developing successful outsourcing agreements.

What We're Looking For

To thrive in this role, you'll need:

• Minimum of 6-8 years' 3D modeling experience in the millwork industry.
• Ability to handle complex engineering of custom millwork items and communicate construction via drawings and reports generated by software.
• Working knowledge & experience of material, machine and tool limitations.
• Experience in collaborating with PM's and Production Managers to solve problems. Be solutions oriented.
• Be inspirational to others around you. Lead by example.
• Experience with Solidworks and Swood is preferred. Experience with other modeling programs such as Rhino is a plus.
• Knowledge of AWI standards and specifications.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills (MS Office, Word, Excel, etc.)

Why Join?

• Competitive Compensation & Benefits: We offer a competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, comprehensive benefits (health, dental, 401k), and paid time off
• Career Growth & Leadership Opportunities: Take on a pivotal role in a high growth company looking to expand and build out the team.
• Legacy of Excellence: Join a company with an outstanding reputation for quality and craftsmanship spanning five decades.
• Cutting-Edge Innovation: Be part of a team that is embarking on investments in the latest technology, automation, and sustainable building practices.
• Collaborative & Supportive Culture: Work with a passionate, creative team dedicated to excellence and client satisfaction.
• Impactful Work: Contribute to the creation of stunning, high-end commercial spaces that leave a lasting impression.