Product Design Engineer

Hindon, Wiltshire | 24,000 - 38,000 per year

ABOUT US
We breathe new life into old buildings, and we make the normal special. We do this by designing and making back of house domestic spaces which function brilliantly for modern day life while sitting elegantly within period architectural settings. Through enthusiasm, curiosity, collaborating closely with clients, caring deeply about their project, and communicating clearly, our team creates wonderful kitchens and domestic spaces which will be a joy to live in for a lifetime.

JOB SUMMARY
We are seeking a talented and experienced Production Designer to join our workshop team in Hindon, Wiltshire. As Production Design Engineer, you will report directly to the company Systems Manager. Your role will be to provide technical drawings for the cabinet making teams to make from.

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Use Cabinet Vision software (training will be provided) to technically detail signed off room designs
  Use AutoCAD to technically detail bespoke joinery details
• Work together with our Systems Engineer (a Cabinet Vision expert) and workshop staff to ensure designs can me made efficiently
• We are a small company and expect flexibility; this list is not exhaustive, and input and work will be needed in all areas as required

KEY SKILLS

• Enthusiastic
• Someone who enjoys problem-solving
• A self-motivated individual
• Able to work independently when necessary
• Someone who is looking for a challenge
• Willing to learn
• IDEAL BACKGROUND
• NVQ 3 or above qualification in woodworking or a similar vocation
• 2 years’ experience cabinet making or working in an established workshop
• Experience working in a role – Design to manufacture – Producing drawings that can be worked from in a woodworking workshop.
• Experience with 3D CAD software – AutoCAD, Sketchup, Cabinet Vision etc.ROLE DETAILS
• Full time
• 40 hours per week.
• Workshop opening hours are Monday to Friday 7.00am to 4.00pm .
• Based in Hindon, Wiltshire.
• Training provided
• 21 days holiday, paid monthly in arrears.
• Pay commensurate with experience.
• We will initially offer a 3-month fixed term contract and if everyone is happy at the end of that we will offer a permanent contract.

Posted on 22 August | 2024

Technical Designer – full time

Tisbury | £24,000 - £40,000 We may offer more to an experienced Cabinet Vision user

Job description

ABOUT US
We breathe new life into old buildings, and we make the normal special. We do this by designing and making back of house domestic spaces which function brilliantly for modern day life while sitting elegantly within period architectural settings. Through enthusiasm, curiosity, collaborating closely with clients, caring deeply about their project, and communicating clearly, our team creates wonderful kitchens and domestic spaces which will be a joy to live in for a lifetime.

JOB SUMMARY
We are seeking a talented and experienced Technical Designer to join our team in Tisbury, Wiltshire. As Technical Designer, you will report directly to the company Design Manager. Your role will be to provide the drawing, quoting and technical support to aid our Sales Design team.

TASK & RESPONSIBILITIES
– draw kitchen designs to Guild Anderson standards from client meeting notes, sketch plans and survey.
– use Cabinet Vision design software to design kitchens and back of house spaces, occasionally supported using AutoCAD and Sketchup for detailed elements.
– develop quotations using software systems such as SMART and EQ.
– create specification sheets covering technical details and unusual points of your design.
– incorporate ongoing client amendments to layouts and quotations and re-issue to Design Manager, together with changes documents.
– working together with our Systems Engineer (a Cabinet Vision expert) and workshop staff to ensure designs are realistic and achievable within the quoted time.

We are a small company and expect flexibility; this list is not exhaustive, and input and work will be needed in all areas as required.
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KEY SKILLS
– experience in Sketchup is an advantage.
– experience in Cabinet Vision design software is an advantage.
– AutoCAD or similar CAD experience.
– MS Excel ability an advantage.
– numerate, show the ability to quote thoroughly and accurately.
– methodical, able to prioritise and manage own workload, and detail oriented.
– a finisher, able to work through to the last detail.
– strong desire to learn and progress.
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IDEAL BACKGROUND
– at least 2 years’ experience in a similar environment
– a candidate with enthusiasm to learn new skills.
– a natural team member, able to build collaborative relationships with the diverse members of our team, subcontractors, suppliers and most importantly, clients.
– a self-starting, motivated person – we don’t expect long hours, but we do expect steady hard work throughout the day to get the job done.
– accuracy is core to everything we do and a skill which you will need to demonstrate.
– A candidate living within a sensible commute of our workshop and design studio with the ability to travel to client sites when necessary. This may require occasional flexibility in working hours.

• Full-time
• 40 hours per week
• Design Studio opening hours are Monday to Friday 8am to 4.30pm
• Based in Tisbury, Wiltshire
• Training provided
• 21 days holiday, paid in monthly arrears
• Pay commensurate with experience
• Initially offer a 3 month fixed term contract and if everyone is happy at the end of that we will offer a permanent contract

Posted on 19 June | 2024

Furniture Maker

Guild Anderson workshop, Hindon, SP3 5GN | Competitive salary depending on experience

About Guild Anderson

Our purpose at Guild Anderson is to design and make kitchens and back of house spaces which function on a deeply personal level, look comfortable in their period architectural surroundings, and last generations. Ours is an approach without ego or unnecessary flamboyance.

Fundamentally, the rooms we design and make are there to be used by our clients. To be dented, scuffed and enriched with the hallmarks of daily life. To tell stories. And, after a few years perhaps, given a fresh coat of paint ready for the next generation to enjoy.

Understanding this informs our approach to each project, how we make them, and the materials, appliances, and ironmongery we specify. The result? Design that endures.

Job Description – Skilled Furniture Maker / Cabinet Maker / Joiner

We are looking for a Furniture Maker to join our workshop team. You will have at least one of the following:

– completed a furniture-making or joinery apprenticeship

– completed a furniture-making or furniture design degree

– have at least two years of experience in a furniture workshop

You must also be enthusiastic about furniture making, with a can-do attitude. Site installation experience would be an advantage. Our workshop is modern and well-equipped with traditional woodworking machines and CNC equipment.

Please apply with a CV and covering letter explaining how your qualifications and experience are relevant to what we do. If you do not live within commuting distance of our workshop, please explain how you will get to work. A job description is available on request.

We offer good rates of pay, depending on your experience and ability. For the right candidate, we may help with relocation expenses.

Posted on 06 February | 2023

We are always on the lookout for dynamic and enthusiastic employees…….

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Guild Anderson is always happy to hear from talented individuals, regardless of your level of experience.  We rate enthusiasm highly, so if you are interested in working in a growing Wiltshire based business, please send your CV and covering letter to hannah@guildanderson.co.uk or by post to Guild Anderson Ltd, 22 Grosvenor Drive, Tisbury, Wiltshire, SP3 6GS.

Or please call us on 01747 820449

Posted on 05 December | 2022