A premier custom millwork and cabinetry firm in Naples, Florida is seeking a Senior Architectural Millwork Engineer to lead the technical design and engineering of high-end custom millwork projects from concept development through fabrication and installation.
In this role, you will turn architectural plans, design concepts, and field measurements into precise, production-ready drawings and engineering packages.
The ideal candidate brings extensive experience in architectural millwork, custom cabinetry, and luxury residential interiors, with advanced knowledge of CAD drafting, CNC manufacturing, materials, hardware, joinery, and fabrication. You will provide technical leadership, mentor junior engineers and drafters, and raise the bar on engineering standards, production efficiency, and finished quality.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead engineering and technical development of custom millwork projects from initial design through manufacturing and installation.
- Prepare, review, and approve detailed shop drawings, fabrication drawings, bills of materials, cut lists, and production documentation.
- Interpret architectural plans, design specifications, client requirements, and field measurements to build accurate engineering packages.
- Engineer custom cabinetry, closets, architectural casework, wall paneling, ceilings, countertops, and specialty woodwork.
- Evaluate designs for manufacturability, material selection, hardware compatibility, joinery, and installation requirements.
- Collaborate with project managers, designers, estimators, CNC programmers, production staff, and installers to ensure technical accuracy and alignment.
- Resolve design conflicts, dimensional discrepancies, and fabrication challenges before production begins.
- Support CNC programming, nesting optimization, and manufacturing planning to improve yield and efficiency.
- Maintain accurate engineering records and ensure documentation meets drafting and manufacturing standards.
- Mentor junior engineers and drafters and promote consistent engineering practices.
- Support quality control across engineering, fabrication, and field installation.
- Develop practical solutions for complex custom millwork applications and demanding design requirements.
- Improve engineering workflows, drawing standards, production processes, and overall manufacturing performance.
- Coordinate engineering revisions and communicate technical changes to project stakeholders.
Requirements
- 7+ years of experience in architectural millwork engineering, millwork drafting, or technical design.
- Extensive experience with custom cabinetry, luxury residential millwork, or high-end architectural interiors.
- Strong technical background engineering custom casework, cabinetry, closets, wall systems, countertops, and specialty millwork.
- Advanced ability to produce detailed, production-ready shop drawings and fabrication documentation.
- Thorough understanding of CNC manufacturing, woodworking machinery, fabrication methods, and production workflows.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD, Microvellum, Cabinet Vision, AlphaCAM, Rhino, KCD, or similar millwork design platforms.
- In-depth knowledge of millwork materials, hardware systems, joinery, construction methods, and installation practices.
- Ability to accurately interpret architectural drawings, construction documents, specifications, and field dimensions.
- Experience working directly with manufacturing and installation teams to troubleshoot issues and improve constructability.
- Experience mentoring engineers or drafters, leading technical teams, or overseeing engineering workflows preferred.
- Strong organizational, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
Benefits
- Competitive salary of $110,000–$130,000, depending on experience.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Paid time off and company holidays.
- The opportunity to work on high-end residential and custom architectural millwork projects.
- A senior-level role with real influence over engineering standards and manufacturing processes.
- A collaborative, quality-focused environment.
- Long-term career growth and advancement opportunities.