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About CIP Retail
CIP Retail is a full-service firm specializing in retail design, engineering, manufacturing, and installation of interior décor, customer communication signage, millwork, and custom fixtures. We partner with major national and international brands to bring complex retail environments to life — from concept through installation.
Our team combines technical problem-solving, practical manufacturing knowledge, and craftsmanship to deliver solutions that work in the real world.
Position Summary
We are seeking a Production Design Engineer to serve as the technical bridge between design intent and real-world fabrication.
This role is responsible for developing production-ready shop drawings and fabrication packages, improving manufacturing workflows, and collaborating with internal teams and outside vendors to ensure projects are accurate, manufacturable, and efficiently produced.
The ideal candidate enjoys translating design concepts into practical, buildable solutions and is comfortable working across design, engineering, fabrication, and vendor coordination.
This is a highly collaborative, hands-on role working with custom millwork, signage, fixtures, metal fabrication, and architectural décor elements.
Key Responsibilities
- Create and review production shop drawings and fabrication packages using AutoCAD Â Â Â Â Â
- Translate design concepts into accurate, buildable technical documentationÂ
- Develop detailed production plans and vendor-ready drawing packages for outsourced fabrication partnersÂ
- Collaborate with project managers, designers, production teams, and vendors to resolve technical and manufacturability challengesÂ
- Work directly with outside fabrication vendors to review specifications, submittals, materials, and production requirementsÂ
- Identify and implement process improvements related to production workflows, fabrication methods, and manufacturing efficiencyÂ
- Advise on CNC programming, tool pathing, and machining strategies; recommend software and process improvements where applicable
- Support estimating, procurement, and project planning with technical manufacturing insightÂ
- Help ensure projects are delivered accurately, efficiently, and aligned with design intentÂ
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Industrial Design, or a related technical disciplineÂ
- 3+ years of experience in manufacturing, fabrication, millwork, signage, architectural production, or design/build environmentsÂ
- Strong AutoCAD proficiency required. Experience with Adobe Photoshop and      Illustrator, and Gerber Composer preferred.
- Experience creating shop drawings, fabrication drawings, or production packagesÂ
- Working knowledge of manufacturing and fabrication processes including CNC machining, millwork, metal fabrication, or custom production environmentsÂ
- Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, specifications, and material calloutsÂ
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with attention to detailÂ
- Comfortable communicating with both technical and non-technical stakeholdersÂ
- Lean manufacturing or process improvement experience is preferred but not requiredÂ
What We Offer
- Competitive pay with bonus opportunitiesÂ
- Medical, dental, and vision insuranceÂ
- 401(k) with company matchÂ
- Paid time off and holidaysÂ
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