Senior Architectural Millwork Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Senior Architectural Millwork Engineer to lead the engineering and technical development of high-end custom millwork projects from concept through production. This role is responsible for transforming architectural designs, field dimensions, and client specifications into accurate, production-ready engineering packages that support efficient manufacturing and installation.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in luxury residential millwork, custom cabinetry, and architectural woodwork, with a deep understanding of fabrication methods, CNC manufacturing, drafting standards, materials, hardware, and joinery. This position also serves as a technical leader, mentoring engineering staff while driving consistency, quality, and continuous improvement across the engineering department.

Responsibilities

• Lead the engineering of custom architectural millwork projects from design development through fabrication and installation.
• Produce and review shop drawings, fabrication drawings, bills of materials, cut lists, and production documentation.
• Interpret architectural drawings, specifications, field measurements, and design intent to develop accurate manufacturing packages.
• Engineer custom cabinetry, closets, architectural casework, wall paneling, ceilings, countertops, and specialty millwork.
• Evaluate projects for manufacturability, material selection, hardware integration, joinery, and installation requirements.
• Collaborate with project managers, designers, estimators, CNC programmers, production teams, and installers throughout the project lifecycle.
• Identify and resolve design conflicts, dimensional discrepancies, and production challenges before fabrication begins.
• Support CNC programming, nesting, material optimization, and production planning.
• Maintain engineering documentation that meets company quality standards and manufacturing requirements.
• Mentor junior engineers and drafters while establishing engineering best practices and drafting standards.
• Assist with quality control throughout engineering, production, and installation.
• Recommend practical engineering solutions for complex custom millwork applications.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in architectural millwork engineering, millwork drafting, or technical design.
• Extensive experience with luxury residential millwork, custom homes, or high-end architectural interiors.
• Strong background engineering custom cabinetry, architectural casework, closets, wall paneling, countertops, and specialty millwork.
• Advanced ability to create production-ready shop drawings and fabrication documentation.
• Thorough understanding of CNC manufacturing, woodworking equipment, fabrication techniques, and production workflows.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Microvellum, Cabinet Vision, AlphaCAM, Rhino, KCD, or comparable millwork engineering software.
• Strong understanding of millwork materials, hardware, joinery, construction methods, and installation practices.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, construction documents, specifications, and field measurements.
• Experience collaborating with manufacturing teams to resolve technical and production challenges.
• Previous leadership or mentoring experience is preferred.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining quality and meeting deadlines.

Benefits

• $110,000-$130,000 annual salary, based on experience.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Opportunity to work on luxury residential and custom architectural millwork projects.
• Senior leadership role with direct influence on engineering standards and manufacturing processes.
• Collaborative, craftsmanship-focused work environment.
• Long-term career growth and advancement opportunities.