CAD Specialist

Build Your Career with Ashley Furniture

Are you a talented CAD professional with a passion for bringing product designs to life? Ashley Furniture, the #1 furniture manufacturer in the world, is looking for a detail-oriented and collaborative CAD Specialist to join our Design team!

In this critical role, you will be the engineering expert who transforms creative concepts into robust, manufacturable furniture frames. You will be at the heart of our product development process, designing the foundational structures that ensure every Ashley product is built with quality, durability, and style.

Why This is a Great Opportunity:

• See Your Designs in Production: Your work will directly translate into the products that millions of people enjoy in their homes every day.
• Collaborate with Experts: Work side-by-side with a talented team of Industrial Designers, R&D Frame Builders, Upholsterers, and Pattern Makers.
• Drive Innovation: Play a key role in designing frames for cost-reduction initiatives, new construction testing, and cutting-edge R&D prototypes.
• Join an Industry Leader: Build your career with a stable, growing company that is a global leader in technology and manufacturing.

What You Will Do:

As a CAD Specialist, you will be the technical owner of our furniture frame designs. Your primary mission will be to:

• Design & Finalize: Create and finalize detailed CAD models for new furniture frames, ensuring they are ready for production by completing Bills of Materials (BOMs) and routings.
• Innovate & Prototype: Design frames for R&D prototypes, best-practice testing, and cost-reduction projects, as well as new components like showood, legs, and other materials.
• Collaborate & Validate: Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure your frame designs meet all aesthetic, functional, and manufacturing requirements.
• Manage & Document: Keep your workflow tasks updated, assist with Engineering Change Orders (ECOs), and maintain precise documentation within our Ashley Information System (AIS).
• Participate & Engage: Actively attend frame reviews, cover fits, and production pilot runs to see your work in action and provide expert input.

What You Need to Succeed:

• Proven experience as a CAD Specialist, Designer, or Drafter, preferably in a manufacturing or product development environment.
• Proficiency in 2D/3D CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Creo).
• An exceptional eye for detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to overcome design and manufacturing challenges.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with a diverse team of creatives and technical experts.
• Outstanding time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• A solid understanding of continuous improvement principles.

Join the Ashley Family!

At Ashley, we are more than a business; we are a family. We believe in a "Growth Mindset" and are dedicated to building future leaders from within. If you are a passionate CAD professional looking to make a real impact, this is your opportunity.

Who We Are

At Ashley, we’re more than a business…we’re family. As the largest manufacturer of home furnishings in the world, we know what it takes to build incredible furniture and future leaders. We’re problem solvers with the grit to persevere during challenging times and innovators who won't coast when times are good. We create solutions, not excuses. And never settle for status quo. It’s the reason we’re always searching for better ways to delivering an exceptional customer experience. That's why Ashley Furniture is #1 in our industry.

Ready to grow? You’ve come to the right place. Ashley Furniture has a “Growth Mindset”, and once you join our team, you’ll learn from the best in the business.

Apply today and find your home at Ashley!

Benefits We Offer

• Health, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Your Birthday off
• Generous Employee Discount on home furnishings
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Ashley Wellness Centers (location specific) and Medical Tourism
• Telehealth
• 401(k) and Profit Sharing
• Life Insurance

Our Core Values

• Honesty & Integrity
• Passion, Drive, Discipline
• Continuous Improvement/Operational Excellence
• Dirty Fingernail
• Growth Focused

To learn more about Ashley Furniture, our community engagement programs, environmental stewardship, and our core values, please visit our Corporate Social Responsibility information page:

Corporate Social Responsibility

We are an equal opportunity employer and provide a drug-free working environment. While Ashley appreciates the interest of all candidates only those meeting specific position requirements may be contacted. Principals Only.