Structural & CNC Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Own the design and engineering of cabinetry systems, furniture assemblies, bed systems, storage systems, wall assemblies, floor assemblies, structural mounting systems, and interior support structures.
• Ensure products meet durability, weight, safety, and quality requirements.
• Evaluate materials, hardware, and fastening methods.
• Create and maintain CNC manufacturing files and programs.
• Develop efficient nesting strategies and machining processes.
• Optimize material utilization and manufacturing efficiency.
• Establish CNC standards, templates, and best practices.
• Support the implementation of new manufacturing technologies.
• Develop structural concepts for new products and platforms.
• Support prototype builds and validation activities.
• Participate in design reviews and engineering validation.
• Drive continuous product improvement initiatives.
• Create and maintain CAD models, engineering drawings, BOMs, assembly instructions, manufacturing guides, product specifications, CNC programs, and installation procedures.
• Support production troubleshooting and issue resolution.
• Improve manufacturability and assembly efficiency.
• Reduce material waste and labor content.
• Train manufacturing teams on assembly methods and best practices.
• Investigate structural failures and warranty issues.
• Conduct root-cause analysis.
• Develop corrective and preventive actions.
• Improve durability and long-term product performance.
• Partner with Product Management on new product development.
• Support Purchasing with material and supplier evaluations.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing on process improvements.
• Support Marketing with technical product specifications and feature documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Design Engineering, or a related field.
• 3–7+ years of experience in structural design, cabinetry engineering, or CNC manufacturing.
• Strong CAD modeling and drawing experience.
• Experience with CNC programming and manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of wood products, composites, aluminum structures, and fastening systems.
• Strong problem-solving and project management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in RV, camper van, furniture, marine, or specialty vehicle manufacturing.
• Familiarity with lightweighting and weight optimization for vehicle interiors.
• Experience with nesting software and CNC routers in a production environment.

Success Metrics

• Product durability and structural performance.
• Manufacturing efficiency improvements.
• Material utilization and waste reduction.
• Documentation accuracy and completeness.
• Reduction in structural warranty claims.
• Product cost optimization.
• Successful execution of product launches.

Compensation & Benefits

The base salary range for this position is $90,000 – $110,000, depending on experience and qualifications. Noovo offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, and the opportunity to own the structural and CNC engineering for a fast-growing camper van manufacturer.