Product Solution Designer (Specials) (Creative Design)

Position Summary:

The successful candidate will be responsible for participating in all stages of the design process to create tailored workplace solutions. You will produce accurate renderings, detailed drawings and specifications, to support Teknion pursuits and clients. The successful candidate must be able to manage multiple projects with exceptional speed and accuracy. In this position. you will manage Teknion's billable specification services Excellent critical thinking and design problem solving skills.

Responsibilities: 

• Meet with Sales and Account Management to understand project strategy.
• Using detailed product knowledge, create drawings and renders to accurately communicate Teknion solutions for design collaboration, client approval, fabrication and installation.
• Create accurate Bill of Materials for quotation and order using specification software.
• Meet with Design Engineering to collaborate on special or custom product solutions.
• Manage Teknion's Billable specification services
• Create 2D plans, elevations and 3D models of proposed product using software symbols as well as creating new products symbols from scratch in AutoCAD2018.
• Manage Furniture Design Standards and information share with supporting Dealers.
• Subject matter expert to provide support to external and internal client inquiries

Qualifications:

• Post secondary degree or diploma in Interior Design or Architectural Technology.
• 3-4 years minimum experience working with contract furniture.
• Fundamental understanding and experience with Design Detailing Drawing Standards
• Ability to read architectural drawings and knowledge of codes and design standards
• Proficient in AutoCAD 3D modeling and rendering.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and collaboration skills required.
• Fluency in French Language is not a requirement but is an asset.
• Superior attention to detail, memory, organizational and time management skills
• Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat and AutoCAD
• Knowledge of Sketch Up, Revit, Key Shot and 3D Studio Max is an asset.

Teknion is committed to supporting a culture of diversity and accessibility across the organization.   It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment.  A Human Resources representative will consult with applicants contacted to participate at any stage of the recruitment process who request an accommodation. Information received regarding the accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.

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