Job Description – Design & Development Engineer | Upholstery Company:

Wakefit Innovations Limited Function:

Design & Engineering – Furniture Location:

Hosur, Tamil Nadu Experience:

6+ Years Role:

Design & Development Engineer Role

Role Summary We are looking for a

Design & Development Engineer with strong upholstery experience

to join our Furniture Design & Engineering team in Hosur. The role will focus on developing upholstered furniture products from

concept to production , combining design thinking, engineering fundamentals and hands-on knowledge of upholstery construction, materials and manufacturing processes. The ideal candidate should understand how upholstered furniture is

designed, engineered, prototyped and mass-manufactured , while working closely with manufacturing, sourcing, quality and other cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities Product Design & Development Develop upholstered furniture products from

concept to production . Create and refine product designs considering functionality, comfort, aesthetics, durability and manufacturability. Develop

3D models, assemblies and detailed drawings using SolidWorks . Translate design concepts into production-ready engineering solutions. Upholstery Engineering Strong understanding of

upholstery construction, foam, fabric/leather, webbing, stitching, frames and cushioning systems . Develop upholstery specifications, construction details and manufacturing methods. Work on

sofas, chairs, beds and other upholstered furniture . Optimize designs for comfort, durability, material utilization and ease of manufacturing. Troubleshoot design and production issues related to upholstery construction. Prototyping & Production Work closely with prototype teams to develop and validate new products. Conduct design reviews and incorporate feedback from prototypes and production trials. Support

DFM/DFA





and ensure designs are suitable for scalable manufacturing. Identify opportunities for cost optimization, process improvement and standardization. Engineering Documentation Prepare detailed manufacturing and assembly drawings. Develop

BOMs, material specifications and engineering documentation . Coordinate with manufacturing and sourcing teams for material and component requirements. Maintain design documentation and product specifications. Cross-functional Collaboration Collaborate with

Furniture Design, Manufacturing, Quality, Sourcing, SCM and Operations

teams. Work with suppliers and manufacturing partners on components, materials and processes. Support new product launches and ensure smooth transition from development to production. What We’re Looking For 6+ years of experience

in Furniture Design & Development / Upholstered Furniture / Product Engineering. Strong hands-on experience in

upholstery product development . Proficiency in

SolidWorks ; AutoCAD knowledge is an added advantage. Good understanding of

foam, fabric, leather, stitching, webbing, wooden/metal frames and upholstery construction . Experience in

prototyping, DFM, product development and mass manufacturing . Strong understanding of furniture manufacturing processes and materials. Ability to interpret engineering drawings and translate concepts into production-ready designs. Solid problem-solving and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Preferred Background Candidates from

upholstered furniture, sofas, recliners, beds, seating, furniture manufacturing or related product-development environments

would be preferred.

Why Join Us? Be part of Wakefit's

Furniture Design & Engineering team

and contribute to building a technology-driven, highly scalable furniture manufacturing ecosystem—where design, engineering and manufacturing come together to create products for millions of homes.

Location: Hosur | Design & Engineering – Furniture

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