About Notch Studio
Notch Studio is a fast-growing bespoke kitchen and furniture company based near Henley-on-Thames. We are known for crafting thoughtful, detail-rich environments, with a commitment to high-end design, quality craftsmanship, and seamless project execution. We serve discerning residential and commercial clients who expect excellence from start to finish.
The Role
We are looking for a meticulous Technical Kitchen and Furniture Designer to join our close-knit team. This is a pivotal role that bridges the gap between our Sales Designers creative vision and our Cabinet Makers precise craft. You will be responsible for transforming initial design concepts for both kitchens and furniture into comprehensive, accurate, and manufacture-ready technical drawing packages, ensuring every project is realised to the highest standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Design & Drafting: Take over won projects from the Sales Designer and create detailed technical construction drawings for bespoke kitchens, furniture, and joinery, including elevations, plans, sections, and cutting lists for our workshop.
• Collaboration with Workshop: Work closely with our Cabinet Makers to ensure all kitchen and furniture drawings are practical, accurate, and optimised for manufacture. Foster a strong, collaborative relationship to problem-solve and maintain our renowned quality.
• Client Interaction: Conduct precise technical site surveys (‘Tech Measures’) to verify dimensions and identify potential installation challenges for both kitchen and furniture projects. Attend pre-installation meetings and handle occasional client calls and emails to confirm technical details.
• Quality Control: Meticulously check and review all your own drawings for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to Notch Studio’s design standards and manufacturing capabilities.
• Continuous Improvement: Provide feedback on design feasibility and suggest improvements in the manufacturing process.

Who We Are Looking For
The ideal candidate will be a proactive problem-solver with a keen eye for detail and a passion for technical precision. You understand that the beauty of a kitchen or furniture design is in its flawless execution.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in a technical design, CAD drafting, or design-for-manufacture role, ideally within high-end joinery, kitchen, or furniture design.
• Exceptional technical drawing skills with an innate understanding of geometry, tolerances, and construction methods relevant to cabinet and furniture making.
• The ability to read architectural plans and conduct accurate site surveys.
• A strong understanding of materials, hardware, and joinery techniques for both kitchens and furniture.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build strong working relationships with both craftspeople and clients.
• Meticulous attention to detail and a pride in producing accurate work.
• Ability to follow deadlines and push projects along.

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Experience with CAD software.
• Knowledge of the principles of ergonomics and kitchen/furniture workflow.
• An interest in design trends, high-end appliances, and hardware.

What We Offer

• A competitive salary (£35,000 - £45,000), depending on experience.
• The opportunity to work on exceptional, bespoke kitchen and furniture projects for a discerning clientele.
• A supportive, friendly and creative working environment within an ambitious and growing company.
• The chance to work closely with highly skilled craftspeople and see your drawings become beautiful, tangible objects.
• Great location – two great coffee shops/bakeries and a country pub on our doorstep. The workshop/studio is 10 minutes outside Henley-on-Thames

How to Apply
Please send your CV, a covering letter explaining why you are applying for the role.
Please note: only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
www.notchstudio.co.uk
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £32,000.00-£45,000.00 per year

Application question(s):

• Do you currently have the right to work in the UK?
• Do you have several years experience of producing detailed technical drawings from which cabinetry is constructed?

Work Location: In perso

• Technical Design & Drafting: Take over won projects from the Sales Designer and create detailed technical construction drawings for bespoke kitchens, furniture, and joinery, including elevations, plans, sections, and cutting lists for our workshop.
• Collaboration with Workshop: Work closely with our Cabinet Makers to ensure all kitchen and furniture drawings are practical, accurate, and optimised for manufacture. Foster a strong, collaborative relationship to problem-solve and maintain our renowned quality.
• Client Interaction: Conduct precise technical site surveys (‘Tech Measures’) to verify dimensions and identify potential installation challenges for both kitchen and furniture projects. Attend pre-installation meetings and handle occasional client calls and emails to confirm technical details.
• Quality Control: Meticulously check and review all your own drawings for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to Notch Studio’s design standards and manufacturing capabilities.
• Continuous Improvement: Provide feedback on design feasibility and suggest improvements in the manufacturing process