Millwork Engineer
Role summary:
Ascent Custom Millwork is hiring an Engineer to develop millwork engineering data for production. The primary tools are Cabinet Vision and AutoCAD, with Microvellum experience a plus. The engineer turns approved designs and bills of materials into machine-ready files while keeping the design intent intact. This position reports to the Engineering Manager.
Key responsibilities:
Develop CNC programs for parts and products for the shop production team
Review material lists and verify them against specifications and approved drawings before release
Specify and confirm material and hardware limits, and the capabilities of available CNC equipment
Identify design conflicts, dimensional errors, and constructability issues, and work with drafting to correct them
Incorporate approved changes into engineering documents
Coordinate with project managers, production, and installation teams as needed
Maintain organized project files and program records
Perform other duties as assigned
Required qualifications:
Hands-on experience with Cabinet Vision for cabinet engineering, detailing, and production drawings
Strong AutoCAD drafting skills, including reading, modifying, and creating detailed technical drawings
Ability to read and interpret architectural plans, elevations, sections, shop drawings, and specifications
Solid understanding of cabinet construction, materials, hardware, joinery, and fabrication methods
Bluebeam or PDF markup proficiency
Very detail oriented, with the ability to catch issues before production
Strong time management and the ability to handle multiple assignments
Clear communication and problem-solving skills
Preferred qualifications:
1–2 years of millwork fabrication, drafting, or programming experience
Experience with Microvellum
CNC programming experience, or CNC operation experience
Knowledge of CNC manufacturing workflows and machine-ready files
Associate degree in drafting, or an AutoCAD certificate
Familiarity with AWI standards and commercial millwork requirements
Experience coordinating engineering with manufacturing and field installation
Technical skills and tools
Area
Tools and skills
Primary software
Cabinet Vision (required)
Drafting
AutoCAD (required), 2D detailing, layers and blocks standards
CNC
CNC programming and nesting software, machine-ready files
Microvellum
Preferred
Documentation
Bluebeam, PDF writer, revision control
Calculations
Formulas for dimensional computation, spreadsheets for material lists
Working conditions
Schedule:
Full-time, Monday through Friday, with occasional overtime during peak production
Physical requirements:
Prolonged periods of sitting and computer work; moderate noise; frequent interoffice interaction; ability to communicate by phone, chat, video, and in person; close-range vision for detailed work
Success factors
Maintain a professional attitude and follow company guidelines, procedures, and standards
Be flexible, since duties may change and you may be asked to help in other areas
Give full attention to others, ask questions as needed, and understand written specifications
Complete programs and assigned tasks on time and within estimated hours