Job Description

About Guild Anderson

Guild Anderson designs and crafts bespoke kitchens, pantries and other domestic working spaces for some of England's finest country houses. Their approach combines bespoke design, fine craftsmanship and empathy towards clients; the aim is to create rooms that respect the architecture of clients' homes, perform brilliantly on a personal level and last a lifetime. The business is based between Salisbury and Shaftesbury, with a design studio and showroom in Tisbury and a workshop on the nearby Fonthill Estate

Role overview

We are looking for a

Technical Designer

to join our design studio in Tisbury. This role sits within the design team and reports to the Design Manager. You will work closely with our client?facing designers to develop technical drawings, 3?D models and quotations that turn client aspirations into detailed production information. Guild Anderson's projects range from cottages to grand country houses; successful candidates will be excited by bespoke design and motivated to see a project through from sketch to installation.

This role may suit a graduate looking to learn cabinet / furniture design and training will be given for the right candidate.

Key responsibilities

Produce detailed plans, elevations and 3?D views for bespoke kitchens and back?of?house spaces using Cabinet Vision; support designs with AutoCAD or SketchUp when required. Convert client meeting notes, sketches and survey data into accurate kitchen layouts. Prepare specification sheets documenting technical details and unusual elements. Develop and maintain quotations using our internal software; accuracy and consistency are essential. Incorporate client amendments and issue updated drawings, quotes and change documents to the Design Manager. Work closely with our systems engineer, cabinet makers and workshop staff to ensure designs are practical and deliverable within the quoted time. In broader industry practice, technical designers often collaborate with production, design and sales personnel to obtain design suggestions, prepare detailed drawings and blueprints, and design fixtures and custom pieces. Contribute to continuous improvement of our design processes and share your knowledge with the wider team. As in similar roles, excellent communication skills and an interest in 3?D design help designers liaise with colleagues and clients.

Key skills & attributes

Proficiency with Cabinet Vision is highly desirable; training can be provided. Experience with AutoCAD, SketchUp and MS Excel is advantageous. Strong technical drawing skills and an eye for spatial planning. Numerate, methodical and able to manage your own workload; accuracy is core to everything we do. A collaborative team member; able to build productive relationships with designers, cabinet makers and clients. Enthusiastic, self?starting and committed to steady hard work during the working day. Willingness to travel to client sites when needed; a sensible commute to Tisbury is essential. Once sufficiently experienced, some working from home may be possible. At least two years' experience in a similar environment or a related field is preferred. You should demonstrate a desire to learn new skills and grow with our business. Artistic ability and creative problem?solving--skills that furniture designers typically require

Role Details

40hrs per week Monday-Friday 8:00 - 4:30

Based in Tisbury, Wiltshire with occasional travel to client sites.

Training provided; flexible working may be available once established

Salary is commensurate with experience and negotiable; experienced Cabinet Vision users may attract a higher rate

Applying

If you would like to be considered for this position, please submit a PDF copy of your CV and, if available, a portfolio of relevant work via the Indeed application process. We welcome applications from enthusiastic designers who share our passion for creating bespoke, functional and beautiful spaces.

For more information about Guild Anderson and our work, please visit our website or contact us. We look forward to hearing from you.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 25,500.00-33,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: GAF Technical Designer