Furniture Technical Designer
Creative Circle
Overview of the RoleA creative staffing agency is seeking a Furniture Technical Designer to serve as a subject matter expert across indoor furniture categories, with a primary focus on case goods and upholstered furniture.
This role will help establish product standards, technical specifications, and best practices that support the design, sourcing, and production of high-quality furniture. The Furniture Technical Designer will partner closely with internal teams, suppliers, and manufacturing partners to provide technical guidance, evaluate product quality, and develop scalable standards across furniture categories.
This role requires deep expertise in furniture construction, materials, manufacturing processes, and product development. The ideal candidate is a highly experienced furniture professional who can translate technical knowledge into practical, actionable guidance while supporting product excellence from concept through production.
The Basics
Duration: Ongoing contract
Hours: Approximately 20-30 hours per week, with workload-based flexibility
Location: Remote, with preference for candidates in the Boston metro area
Travel: Monthly onsite meetings may be required
Top 3 Required Qualifications
Significant experience in furniture engineering, technical design, or product development
Deep expertise in indoor furniture, particularly case goods and upholstered furniture
Strong understanding of materials, construction methods, manufacturing processes, and quality standards
Other Qualifications
Experience working with furniture manufacturers, suppliers, and production partners
Strong understanding of wood species, finishes, hardware systems, upholstery construction, and furniture specifications
Experience establishing product standards, design guidelines, and quality requirements
Ability to evaluate product samples and troubleshoot technical or manufacturing challenges
Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
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