Why join us?
Geiger furnishes the modern office with beautiful solutions for private offices, conference rooms, collaborative spaces, and more. Geiger designs play an important role in creating environments where people want to be—spaces that stimulate creative and analytical thinking, strengthen organizational culture, and communicate trust to clients and visitors.
Our purpose is design for the good of humankind. It’s the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of Geiger means being a part of something larger than your work team, or even your brand. We are redefining modern for the 21st century. And our success allows Geiger to support causes that align with our values, so we can build a more sustainable, equitable, and beautiful future for everyone.
GENERAL PURPOSE
In a developing capacity and under direct supervision, applies fundamental engineering principles to support the design, documentation, and execution of custom product solutions. This role partners closely with engineering, manufacturing, and production teams to translate customer requirements into accurate product configurations, 3D models, and production-ready documentation.
The position is primarily desk-based and requires strong data accuracy and systems work; however, regular interaction on the manufacturing floor is required to collaborate with operators, validate designs, and support production implementation. Emphasis is placed on technical accuracy, data integrity, teamwork, planning, and timely execution of assigned projects.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Develops and maintains 3D models, drawings, and engineering documentation for custom products using approved engineering software.
Creates and maintains Bills of Materials (BOMs), routings, and product data in applicable systems, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
Translates customer or project requirements into manufacturable product configurations in partnership with engineering and production teams.
Reviews design requirements and performs basic engineering analyses to support product configuration and manufacturability.
Collaborates with manufacturing personnel and regularlyity visits the production floor to review designs, answer technical questions, and support implementation.
Documents assumptions, decisions, and design changes clearly and accurately.
Applies basic problem-solving techniques to address product configuration or production issues.
Supports feasibility reviews, cost inputs, and engineering change processes for custom products.
Adheres to established engineering, safety, and quality processes.
Seeks guidance and mentoring from senior engineers while building technical expertise.
Performs additional responsibilities as required to support business objectives.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education/Experience
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, engineering technology, industrial design engineering, or related technical field OR
Associate degree in a related field with 3+ years of applicable engineering or product configuration experience.
Skills/Abilities
Experience with 3D modeling / CAD software (SolidWorks, Creo, AutoCAD, or similar) required.
Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage data-intensive work, including BOM and product structure maintenance.
Ability to communicate effectively with engineers, production operators, and leadership, translating technical concepts clearly.
Basic understanding of manufacturing processes and willingness to work hands-on with plant personnel when needed.
Familiarity with Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement concepts preferred.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments and changing priorities.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and engineering or ERP-related systems.
Must be able to perform all essential job functions with or without accommodation.
Who We Hire?
Simply put, we hire qualified applicants representing a wide range of backgrounds and abilities. Geiger is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veterans from every branch of military service, and more. Here, you can bring your whole self to work. We’re committed to equal opportunity employment, including veterans and people with disabilities.
MillerKnoll complies with applicable disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact MillerKnoll Talent Acquisition at [email protected].
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What We Do
MillerKnoll is a global collective of design brands built on the foundation of two icons of modernism: Herman Miller and Knoll. Our portfolio also includes furniture and accessories for commercial and residential spaces from Colebrook Bosson Saunders, DatesWeiser, Design Within Reach, Edelman, Geiger, HAY, HOLLY HUNT, Knoll Textiles, Maharam, Muuto, NaughtOne, and Spinneybeck | FilzFelt.
Guided by a shared purpose—design for the good of humankind—we generate insights, pioneer innovations, and champion ideas to help spaces better support how people live, work, and gather today.
We reach customers across office, residential, healthcare, and education markets through a network of MillerKnoll dealers, all of whom are highly credentialed, independently owned businesses. In addition, we manage an ever-expanding global retail footprint delivering world-class brick-and-mortar and ecommerce experiences.
