Structural Designer II

Comfort starts with our 10,000+ team members across the globe, who are transforming the power of comfort every day. Our employees have the power to change lives, in our homes, work and communities. We foster an inclusive environment while honoring a legacy built on family, where everyone can be themselves.

If you are ready to join an industry leading organization where our people are the most important asset, and innovation propels us into the future, you’re ready to take your seat at La-Z-Boy Incorporated. WE BELIEVE IN THE TRANSFORMATIONAL POWER OF COMFORT Job Summary: This position will assist a multidisciplinary team in the creation and development of all frame and structural requirements for new products, engineering prototypes, RE As (Request for Engineering Actions), product support projects, as well as the reengineering of existing products within the global residential division.

This role is pivotal in driving product and process innovation and ensuring the structural integrity of products by utilizing advanced CAD modeling and structural design principles. This role is responsible for assisting with projects from concept through production, including documentation, material evaluation, and implementation into manufacturing facilities.

Job Description: KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (other duties as assigned): Assist in the identification and development of frame and structural requirements, establishing the style’s design direction based on guidelines from merchandising when applicable.

Create detailed drawings and CAD models for multiple materials including but not limited to wood, foam, panelboard, metal, and plastic components for new and re-engineered products, ensuring alignment with aesthetic, functional, and cost criteria.

Assist with the research and implement changes to existing products and ensure all designs are tested, documented, and entered in the appropriate databases. Assist with the creation of physical prototypes for review against design criter