Upholstery Product Mechanical Engineer

Build Your Career with Ashley Furniture Ashley Furniture is seeking a talented Mechanical Engineer to join our Upholstery Products team. In this role, you'll be at the forefront of innovation, designing and developing mechanical and electrical devices and systems that bring comfort and quality to homes across the country. You'll work with cutting-edge CAD software and collaborate with cross-functional teams to take products from concept through manufacturing.

What You'll Do Design & Develop :

Research, design, and evaluate mechanical products, equipment, and systems using CAD tools (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Creo) to meet precise specifications

Test & Validate :

Perform engineering analyses and conduct tests to ensure designs meet safety, regulatory, and quality standards

Collaborate :

Partner with manufacturing, R&D, and product design teams to create practical, cost-effective solutions

Problem-Solve :

Investigate mechanical failures, identify root causes, and recommend innovative solutions

Manage Projects :

Lead product development from concept through manufacturing, ensuring milestones are met on time and within budget

Support Manufacturing :

Provide technical expertise during prototyping, installation, and commissioning phases

Drive Improvement :

Analyze data and drive continuous improvement in quality assurance and production processes

Document :

Maintain comprehensive project documentation including technical drawings, reports, and manuals What We're Looking For Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or Creo) Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities Excellent communication and collaboration skills Experience in manufacturing environments Familiarity with industry standards and regulations Knowledge of project management principles and documentation best practices Who We Are At Ashley, we're more than a business…we're family. As the largest manufacturer of home furnishings in the world, we know what it takes to build incredible furniture and future leaders. We're problem solvers with the grit to persevere during challenging times and innovators who won't coast when times are good. We create solutions, not excuses. And never settle for status quo. It's the reason we're always searching for better ways to delivering an exceptional customer experience. That's why Ashley Furniture is #1 in our industry.

Benefits We Offer:

Health, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program Paid Time Off; increases with years of service Generous Employee Discount on home furnishings Professional Development Opportunities Tuition Assistance Ashley Wellness Centers (location specific) 401(k) and Profit Sharing Life Insurance Our Core Values Honesty & Integrity Without hesitation, uses candor and is direct in communication Is tough-minded in working in and meeting the demands of reality Always tells the truth and follows through on commitments Passion, Drive, Discipline Enjoys working hard and pursues work with energy, drive, and willpower to finish Is disciplined in developing consistency into work processes Is focused and relentless in achieving goals Continuous Improvement/Operational Excellence Fights to take costs and waste out of the system Seeks to understand "why" something works the way it does, and through study and improvement determines how to better all processes and systems Strives for more in all areas of work by developing measurements, setting goals, and then working on ways to exceed goals through problem-solving methods that look beyond the obvious Dirty Fingernail Does not rely on reports to run the business, but rather goes to the work that is being done and sees if the work is being done right for him/herself Has an insatiable curiosity and takes a "Go and See" approach to understand the current state of the business and the competitive realities Takes a hands-on approach to tackle problems and demonstrates critical thinking through use of effective questioning…asking the 5 "Whys" Growth Focused Understands the customer's needs and wants, then challenges current ways of doing business that inhibits growth and organizes work to meet those needs Is competitive by studying the competition and is aggressive in looking for ways to beat them Strives to be the BEST by improving the quality of processes, reducing costs, doing more business, being profitable, and growing the business To learn more about Ashley Furniture, our community engagement programs, environmental stewardship, and our core values, please visit our Corporate Social Responsibility information page: Corporate Social Responsibility