Industrial Engineer
Article, Vietnam
Job Description
Hey, we’re Article. We’re a digital-first furniture brand that’s engineering remarkably better furniture experiences. We don’t have brick and mortar stores, so we’re able to deliver better value on beautiful, modern furniture. Recently named one of Canada’s fastest growing companies, we’re on the hunt for talented, enthusiastic team members to join us at our office in Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam.
We’re looking for a Product Engineer or Engineering Drafter to create manufacturing drawings and costing Bills of Materials (BOMs) for new products in development. Key responsibilities include generating detailed manufacturing drawings for new furniture products, understanding the manufacturing processes and steps involved in making the products, and generating the material and labour BOMs which can be used to accurately estimate their total cost.
Responsibilities and daily tasks include:
- Generate CAD models and manufacturing drawings based on industrial designs, sketches, and vendor samples.
- Collect all material, finish, and hardware information from the product designers and ensure that these are fully specified on the drawings.
- Communicate with vendors to get a full understanding of the product and how it will be manufactured.
- Identify specific manufacturing steps and processes needed to make the products.
- Generate a complete materials and labour BOM which can be used to calculate expected product cost based on raw materials quotes.
- Identify areas of potential cost reduction and quality improvement based on your knowledge of furniture manufacturing.
Requirements
- Good handle on both written and spoken English and ability to communicate with the team in English.
- Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering degree or diploma, preferably with a specialization in furniture design and manufacturing.
- 3D and 2D CAD skills preferably using Autodesk Inventor.
- Experience producing CAD drawings and Bills of Materials (BOMs) for manufacture.
- Experience producing cost estimates and quotes of furniture based on BOMs and drawings
- 5+ years experience working in the furniture manufacturing industry. Candidates with experience in multiple types of furniture (case goods, upholstery, and lighting) are preferred.
Benefits
We want Article to be an amazing place to work, and we do our part to take care of our team. In addition to a competitive salary, we provide:
- A team-oriented work environment. Article is lucky to employ a wide range of experts, and seeks to facilitate a culture of mentorship and curiosity. We take on the job learning seriously, and we have a lot of fun doing it.
- The tools you need to get your job done well! We supply state-of-the-art laptops and the software you need to succeed.
- Be a part of a fast growing company and an internationally recognized brand as we expand our operations into Vietnam.
Ready to become a Particle? Apply today. We're excited to meet you.