Senior Designer

Goodmans Inc
  • OH
    14 days ago

    Job Description

    Senior Designer

    Full-Time | Design Team | Goodmans

    Design spaces that truly impact lives.

    At Goodmans, design isn't just about aesthetics-it's about improving how people heal, work, and connect. We're looking for a Senior Designer who's ready to lead meaningful projects, mentor others, and shape environments that reduce human struggle and elevate experiences.

    If you're passionate about design and want your work to make a real difference, this is your opportunity.

    What You'll Do

    You'll take ownership of the full design journey-from early concepts to final execution-while collaborating with a talented, mission-driven team.

    • Lead design projects including programming, space planning, and furniture specifications
    • Partner with clients to understand needs and deliver thoughtful, impactful solutions
    • Create conceptual designs, block plans, and detailed drawings (AutoCAD & CET)
    • Conduct product research and ensure design accuracy and compliance
    • Present ideas in client meetings, RFPs, and project interviews
    • Collaborate with cross-functional leaders and employees to improve expertise and outcomes
    • Mentor and support the growth of other designers
    • Help drive innovation, efficiency, and continuous improvement in workflows

    Why This Role Matters

    Your work will directly influence building environments-making them safer, more efficient, and more human-centered. You'll help reduce waste, improve workflows, and create spaces that support people.

    What You Bring

    • 5 years experience in a similar or related field
    • Bachelor's degree in design or a related field
    • Strong product and technical knowledge of major contract furniture manufacturers
    • Proficiency in AutoCAD and space planning
    • Confidence leading meetings, presentations, and client conversations
    • A problem-solving mindset with a focus on continuous improvement
    • A collaborative spirit and passion for mentoring others

    What You'll Grow

    At Goodmans, growth is intentional. You'll continuously develop your expertise in:

    • Environment design trends and applications
    • Product knowledge and value engineering
    • Communication and leadership skills
    • Code compliance and workplace safety
    • Emerging technologies and design tools

    Our Culture

    We believe great work starts with great people. At Goodmans, you'll find a culture that is:

    • People-first - We prioritize the well-being and growth of our team
    • Collaborative - We believe excellence happens together
    • Purpose-driven - We design to improve lives and communities
    • Forward-thinking - We never stop learning or innovating
    • Authentic - We value transparency, honesty, and real connections

    We celebrate wins, learn from mistakes, and invest in each other every day.

    Why Goodmans?

    • Family-owned company with 70+ years of success
    • Recognized as a great place to work
    • Competitive compensation and generous benefits
    • A supportive, engaging, and genuinely fun work environment
    • Opportunities to make a real impact in design

    Ready to Make a Difference?

    If you're excited about shaping the future of design and growing your career with a team that values your contributions-we'd love to hear from you.

    Apply today and let's build something meaningful together.

    Goodmans is an Equal Opportunity Employer. AAP. Pre-employment drug screening.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationOH

    Skills

    • AutoCADunmatched
    • Continuous Improvementunmatched
    • Contract Manufacturingunmatched
    • Cross-Functionalunmatched
    • Emerging Technologyunmatched
    • Establish Prioritiesunmatched
    • Furnitureunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Mentoringunmatched
    • Needs Assessmentunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Program Planningunmatched
    • Request for Proposals (RFP)unmatched
    • Research Skillsunmatched
    • Safety Complianceunmatched
    • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
    • Software Designunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Value Engineeringunmatched

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