CAD Designer

Position at Stelumar Advanced Manufacturing Inc. Role:CAD DesignerLocation:Etobicoke, ONCompany:Stelumar Advanced Manufacturing Inc.Department:OperationsEmployment Type:Full-Time, PermanentReports to:Manager, Cabinetry & Millwork DesignStelumar Advanced Manufacturing Inc. (SAMI) is a technology-driven company dedicated to revolutionizing homebuilding in Canada through advanced modular building solutions. Founded by Peter Gilgan, one of Canada’s leading entrepreneurs and the founder of Mattamy Homes, SAMI combines automation, robotics and AI to produce high-quality prefabricated components at industrial scale. With a state-of-the-art facility set to open in the Greater Toronto Area, SAMI aims to address the housing crisis by making homeownership more attainable, accelerating construction timelines and setting a new benchmark for innovation in the industry. Operating independently and serving a broad range of builders, SAMI’s mission is simple: to provide housing people are proud of. For more information, visit Stelumar.com.What we offerJoin a forward-thinking team redefining the future of prefabricated cabinetry and millwork. Asa CAD Designer, you will play a key role indeveloping precise detailed design plans and 3D models for SAMI’s innovative prefabricated products. This role is ideal for someone with experience in designing for high-tech, automated manufacturing environments and a passion for translating concepts and designs into manufacturable solutions. Working from pre-existing floor plans, blueprints, and AutoCAD illustrations, you will create detailed visualizationsand 3D models, and advise on materials, colours, finishes, and lighting and ergonomic considerations.This is a uniqueopportunity to contribute to innovative housing solutions while advancing your skills in space optimization, user-centered design, and high-quality production standards. What you’ll doCollaborate on the design and development of cabinetry layouts based on existing floorplans and organizational needs. Produce design concepts, mock-ups, and final designs that align with functional and aesthetic goals.Utilize and enhance our cabinet design software to maintain and expand the catalogue of cabinetry offerings, ensuring alignment with evolving project needs and design standards. Create detailed technical drawings and 3D models illustrating the arrangement of walls, dividers, displays, elevations and cross-sections. Manage the construction library data and ensure accuracy and consistency across design assets.Interpretblueprints, shop drawings, and AutoCAD illustrations. Engage with internal and external subject matter experts to understandthe organizational requirements and ensure they can be translated into manufacturable design solutions.Provide expertiseon materials, colours, finishes, lighting, and other design elements, considering ergonomic principles and occupational health standards.Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and product innovations. Contribute to ongoing improvements in design quality and process efficiency. Ensure all designs meet the highest standards of manufacturability, quality, and compliance while delivered within specified timelines and budgets. Strategically optimize space utilization, material costs, and modularity to support scalable and cost-effective design solutions.Other dutiesas required.What you bringBachelor of Interior Design, Bachelor of Craft and Design, Bachelor of Furniture Design, or relevant industry experience.3-5 years of hands-on experience in CAD design.Ability to read blueprints, shop drawings, technical specifications, and translate them into actionable cabinetry design parameters.Experience supporting the full-cycle furniture design process – from concept development to production-ready outputs.Strong understanding of cabinetry and woodworking manufacturing processes, including materials, finishes, hardware, and construction techniques. Awareness of residential construction practices and how they intersect with cabinetry and furniture design. Strong knowledge of furniture manufacturing (materials, finishes, hardware, etc.)Thorough furniture construction and processing understandingDemonstrates integrity, ethical conduct, and a commitment to high-quality work. Exceptional collaboration, communication, and relationship-building abilities across cross-functional teams. Bonus PointsExperience in roboticized manufacturing environment.Demonstrated proficiency in relevant software (e.g. CNC programming, 3D modelling, autoCAD, Mozaik, Sketchup, 20/20 or similar).Experience with HOMAG iX software is an asset.Familiarity with applicable legislative standards such as building codes and occupational health regulations.We encourage applicants who meet most of the role requirements to hit that submit button and apply It’s okay if you don’t have 100% of the requirements. If you’re the right candidate, we’ll help you learn and grow.Stelumar is committed to providing accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require accommodation through any aspects of the selection process, please notify us on your application and we will work with you to meet your needs. Qualified applicants will be contacted directly by the Talent Acquisition team.