Technical Design Coordinator

The Technical Design Coordinator translates sales designs into precise technical documentation for manufacturing and installation. This role serves as a key technical liaison, ensuring accuracy and coordination across all stages of the project lifecycle.

Hours

Full-time, Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm

Location

Honolulu, Oahu

Pay

$60,000 to $80,000 a year

Responsibilities

• Prepare, update, and organize CAD plans, elevations, details, product schedules, and manufacturer-specific documentation.
• Validate approved designs for dimensional consistency, clearances, modular compatibility, finishes, hardware, and accessories; flag discrepancies for resolution.
• Maintain revision logs, drawing issue dates, specification registers, and documented approvals.
• Work in both metric and imperial units, ensuring consistency across client, contractor, and factory documents.
• Collaborate with Designer–Sales Consultants to clarify scope and obtain missing selections.
• Prepare and review technical submission packages for European manufacturers using product catalogs and planning software.
• Assist Purchasing with accurate product codes, configurations, quantities, and order documentation.
• Participate in formal handoffs from Design & Sales, verifying that all necessary documentation and client decisions are present.
• Coordinate technical questions with factory representatives and track lead times and approved changes.
• Identify conflicts between drawings, site conditions, and manufacturer requirements, and escalate issues before release or installation.

Qualifications

• 2–4+ years of experience in cabinetry, kitchen design, architectural drafting, interior systems, or related technical coordination.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD or comparable drafting software.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, elevations, and construction documents.
• Strong attention to detail regarding dimensions, product specifications, version control, and documentation accuracy.
• Effective communication skills for coordinating technical questions among multiple stakeholders.
• Working knowledge of cabinetry construction, site measurements, and installation coordination.
• Experience with European modular kitchens, closets, wardrobes, or living systems is a plus.
• Familiarity with manufacturer planning software (e.g., CARAT, Winner, 2020 Design).
• Comfort working in both metric and imperial measurement systems.
• Prior experience with custom cabinetry ordering, vendor communication, shop drawings, or luxury residential projects is preferred.