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Job Title: Senior Millwork Designer
Location: Big Lake, MN (On-site)
Position Type: Full-Time
Company Overview
Paragon Store Fixtures is a premier manufacturer of custom retail environments and high-end millwork. Based in our Big Lake, MN facility, we partner with global brands to deliver complex, high-quality fixtures. We are looking for a Senior Designer with 5+ years of experience to lead technical projects and mentor the next generation of drafting talent.
Role Summary
As a Senior Designer, you will be responsible for the engineering and technical development of our most complex projects. You will translate high-level architectural designs into robust, manufacturable solutions while overseeing the work of junior drafting staff. This role requires a master-level understanding of Autodesk Inventor and the ability to solve intricate engineering challenges before they reach the production floor.
Key Responsibilities
-Lead Engineering: Own the technical lifecycle of high-end millwork projects, from initial architectural review to final shop drawing release.
-Mentorship: Supervise and develop entry-level drafters, providing technical guidance, reviewing their Inventor models, and ensuring they understand project requirements.
-Advanced Modeling: Create sophisticated 3D models and assemblies in Autodesk Inventor, ensuring full integration of wood, metal, glass, and electrical components.
-Architectural Liaison: Interpret and deconstruct complex architectural drawing sets, identifying potential conflicts and providing value-engineering solutions.
-Process Improvement: Assist in the development of CAD standards, SOPs, and automated workflows to improve departmental efficiency.
-Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Project Managers and Shop Leads to ensure designs are optimized for budget, schedule, and facility capabilities.
Qualifications & Requirements
-Experience: Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in millwork design, cabinetry engineering, or store fixture manufacturing.
-Technical Mastery: Expert-level proficiency in Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD.
-Industry Knowledge: Deep understanding of wood construction, joinery, veneer application, and the integration of diverse materials.
-Leadership: Proven ability to listen, mentor, and effectively communicate technical concepts to junior staff and non-technical stakeholders.
-On-site Presence: Must be available to work on-site at our Big Lake facility to support the production team and mentor staff in person.
-Hybrid/Remote: Possible for the right candidate.
Preferred Skills
-High proficiency with Woodwork for Inventor (W4I).
-Experience managing data and lifecycles within Autodesk Vault.
-Ability to write or utilize iLogic or Python scripts for workflow automation.
-Strong background in CNC manufacturing processes and limitations.
Benefits & Growth:
At Paragon, our Senior Designers are the backbone of our technical operations. We offer a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, and the opportunity to work on some of the most recognizable retail spaces in the world.
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