Furniture Designer

**FURNITURE DESIGNER - Artifex Australia**

Artifex Australia is a leading Australian manufacturer of residential and commercial furniture. We are strictly wholesale and have been distributing our designs across Australia for over 40 years. Our company is different from other manufacturers because we do everything in-house, from cutting foam to metalwork and woodwork, so we are not limited by the components of other companies.

**WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING**:

- Designing & creating new & beautiful furniture items, being limited only by your imagination and market directions.
- Preparing a range of sketches, computer-generated illustrations, samples and models of design concepts.
- Using 1:1 full elevation drawings to design furniture items to perfection.
- Using AutoCAD skills to assist with floor plans, layouts and furniture designs.
- Creating 3D quality renders of designs.
- Building prototypes of designs to identify any design problems.
- Presenting design ideas to management.
- Liaising with manufacturing team during manufacturing process.
- Helping to problem solve and iron out any issues during the manufacturing process in the factory.
- Recommending and selecting materials for production.
- Making cutting lists and patterns for various departments - including timber, foam, metal & upholstery departments.
- Maintaining awareness and knowledge of furniture design trends and market changes.

**WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE**:

- Relevant tertiary qualifications in furniture/industrial design
- Experience designing & creating unique furniture items
- Experience making templates from various materials including foam, metal, timber, fabric etc.
- Knowledge of furniture construction materials - e.g. how long products last and availability
- Knowledge of furniture comfort and style requirements - e.g. sizes and densities
- A passion for furniture
- Knowledge of current trends and market conditions
- Exceptional communication skills and presentation
- Proficiency in relevant design software programs
- A friendly personality and ability to work well in a team environment
- Time management skills and ability to work within deadlines

The Furniture Designer position is a full-time / permanent role - salary range $55,000 - $60,000.

**Salary**: $55,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (preferred)