Demo

Millwork and Fabrication Designer

Vero Design + Build
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 10/19/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/16/2027

Millwork and Fabrication Designer

Vero Design Build, a design build firm that specializes in general contracting, custom millwork and steel fabrication, is looking for a millwork and fabrication designer. The Designer role is generally responsible for design development and preparation of shop production drawings for all projects. The Designer will work in conjunction with all aspects of the Vero Design Build team to assist in the execution of current projects. The job specific requirements will vary according to scope of work, project budget, quantity of goods and engineering requirements for fabrication. The production of clear and detailed drawings is crucial to our ability to communicate with clients, estimators, outside trades as well as successful production in our shops.

Responsibilities:

  • Read and interpret shop drawings, blueprints, and project specifications.
  • Participation in project meetings with client, architect, interior designer and general contractor
  • Project kickoff and Design development, in conjunction with estimators, project managers and operations manager.
  • Preparation of all drawings as required for submittal review, in-house fabrication and outsourced purchasing.
  • Issuance of approved shop drawings and administration of updates and changes.
  • Ongoing communication with shop teams to ensure adherence to design intent, company fabrication standards.
  • Regular jobsite visits to coordinate with field teams and perform VIF’s.

Qualifications:

  • 5 years’ industry related experience with design build, architectural or custom fabrication
  • Comprehensive understanding of architectural and shop drawings.
  • Strong working knowledge of 2 axis / 3 axis CNC production
  • Strong working knowledge of metal fabrication techniques (MIG, TIG, Milling, Bending, Cutting)
  • Strong working knowledge of solid wood fabrication (Milling material, material yield, construction methods and applications)
  • Strong working knowledge of cabinet and interior fixture assemblies (Sheet goods, material yield, standard assemble, custom assemble, hardware specifications, installation methods
  • Strong working knowledge of Finish systems for solid wood, veneered sheet goods and metal (Steel, stainless steel, copper alloys and aluminum)
  • Versatility in contemporary rendering programs, including but not limited Auto CAD / Solid Works / Revit / Rhino / Adobe Suite
  • Bachelor’s degree in industrial design, architecture, interior architecture or equivalent
  • Ability to develop and present design ideas to a wide range of audiences including clients, architects, contractors and in-house teams.

Compensation is commensurate with experience

Vero Design Build provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Salary : $50,000 - $75,000

If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a Millwork and Fabrication Designer?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Millwork and Fabrication Designer career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$77,058 - $96,345
Income Estimation: 
$95,811 - $119,538
Income Estimation: 
$92,357 - $117,598
Income Estimation: 
$126,585 - $159,022
Employees: Get a Salary Increase
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Millwork and Fabrication Designer jobs in the Chicago, IL area that may be a better fit.

  • Demeter Millwork Woodridge, IL
  • Who are we? Demeter Millwork is a high-end custom millwork fabricator. Founded in 2010, Demeter has experienced rapid growth, and has completed a variety o... more
  • 2 Months Ago

  • Designer Brands Naperville, IL
  • General Summary Supports store management in all activities to drive sales and results. Demonstrates behaviors that align with the company values of We Lov... more
  • 11 Days Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!