Senior Product Designer – Sofa & Modular Furniture Manufacturing
Job Title : Senior Product Designer – Sofa & Modular Furniture
Department : Design & Product Development
Industry : Furniture Manufacturing / Modular Furniture / Home Furnishings
Reports To: Design Head / Product Development Manager
Job Summary
The Senior Product Designer is responsible for designing innovative, functional, and market-driven sofa and modular furniture products. The role involves concept development, 3D modeling, technical drawings, prototype development, material selection, and coordination with production, procurement, and sales teams to deliver high-quality furniture products.
Key ResponsibilitiesProduct Design & Development
- Design modern sofas, recliners, sectionals, modular wardrobes, TV units, kitchen modules, storage units, and custom furniture.
- Develop new product concepts based on market trends and customer requirements.
- Create aesthetically appealing and ergonomic furniture designs.
- Improve existing products for functionality, cost, and manufacturability.
Technical Design
- Prepare detailed production drawings with dimensions and specifications.
- Develop 2D and 3D models using CAD software.
- Prepare BOM (Bill of Materials) and product specifications.
- Ensure designs comply with manufacturing standards and quality requirements.
Prototype Development
- Coordinate prototype manufacturing with the production team.
- Evaluate prototypes and recommend design improvements.
- Conduct product testing for durability, comfort, and functionality.
Material & Hardware Selection
- Select suitable wood, plywood, MDF, particle board, veneers, laminates, fabrics, leather, foam, and hardware.
- Work closely with procurement to source new materials and components.
- Optimize material utilization to reduce production costs.
Cross-Functional Coordination
- Collaborate with Production, Engineering, Procurement, Sales, and Marketing teams.
- Provide technical support during production and installation.
- Assist the sales team with product presentations and custom design solutions.
Quality & Cost Optimization
- Improve product quality while maintaining target costs.
- Standardize components for efficient manufacturing.
- Resolve design-related production issues.
Market Research
- Monitor furniture market trends and competitor products.
- Research new materials, finishes, and manufacturing techniques.
- Recommend innovative product ideas to expand the product portfolio.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Furniture Design, Product Design, Industrial Design, Interior Design, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
- Certification in CAD/3D Design software is an added advantage.
Experience
- 10 years of experience in sofa, modular furniture, or furniture manufacturing.
- Experience in product development from concept to production.
- Hands-on experience with factory-based furniture manufacturing processes.
Required Skills
- Strong knowledge of sofa construction and modular furniture systems.
- Expertise in furniture ergonomics and space planning.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, SketchUp, Rhino, 3ds Max, or Solid Edge.
- Knowledge of CNC manufacturing and production processes.
- Strong understanding of upholstery, foam density, fabrics, leather, wood, laminates, veneers, and furniture hardware.
- Ability to prepare production drawings, BOMs, and technical documentation.
- Excellent problem-solving, creativity, and attention to detail.
- Strong communication and project coordination skills.
Preferred Knowledge
- Sofa frame construction and upholstery techniques.
- Modular kitchen, wardrobe, TV unit, and storage furniture design.
- CNC machining and nesting optimization.
- Furniture costing and value engineering.
- Product lifecycle management (PLM).
- Lean manufacturing and Design for Manufacturing (DFM).
Key Performance Indicators
- Number of new products launched.
- Product development lead time.
- Prototype approval success rate.
- Design accuracy and reduction in production errors.
- Material utilization and cost optimization.
- Product quality and customer feedback.
- On-time completion of design projects.
- Manufacturing feasibility and production efficiency.
Preferred Industry
- Sofa Manufacturing
- Modular Furniture Manufacturing
- Home Furniture Manufacturing
- Office Furniture Manufacturing
- Interior Fit-out & Woodworking
- Furniture Export Manufacturing
Pay: From ₹180,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- Cell phone reimbursement
- Provident Fund
Work Location: In person
