CAD Designer

Stelumar Advanced Manufacturing Inc. (SAMI or Stelumar) is a technology-driven company dedicated to revolutionizing homebuilding in Canada through advanced modular building solutions. Founded by Canadian entrepreneur Peter Gilgan, founder of Mattamy Homes, Stelumar combines automation, robotics, and AI to modernize construction and help address the housing shortage. With state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in the Greater Toronto Area, Stelumar is focused on accelerating construction timelines, improving consistency and making housing more attainable. Stelumar produces precision-built walls, floors, and roofing systems, factory-built modular units, and interior cabinetry and millwork at industrial scale. Its development and construction arm, Stelumar Communities, delivers scalable modular housing from planning and design to construction and handover. The team supports low- and mid-rise residential, purpose-built rental, affordable and workforce housing, student housing, hospitality, healthcare-related housing, and institutional developments. Together, Stelumar is delivering housing people are proud of.

For more information, visit Stelumar.com.

What we offer

Join a forward-thinking team redefining the future of prefabricated cabinetry and millwork. As a CAD Designer, you will play a key role in developing precise detailed design plans and 3D models for SAMI’s innovative prefabricated products. This role is ideal for someone with experience in designing for high-tech, automated manufacturing environments and a passion for translating concepts and designs into manufacturable solutions. Working from pre-existing floor plans, blueprints, and AutoCAD illustrations, you will create detailed visualizations and 3D models, and advise on materials, colours, finishes, and lighting and ergonomic considerations. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to innovative housing solutions while advancing your skills in space optimization, user-centered design, and high-quality production standards.

What you’ll do

• Collaborate on the design and development of cabinetry layouts based on existing floorplans and organizational needs. Produce design concepts, mock-ups, and final designs that align with functional and aesthetic goals.
• Utilize and enhance our cabinet design software to maintain and expand the catalogue of cabinetry offerings, ensuring alignment with evolving project needs and design standards.
• Create detailed technical drawings and 3D models illustrating the arrangement of walls, dividers, displays, elevations and cross-sections. Manage the construction library data and ensure accuracy and consistency across design assets.
• Interpret blueprints, shop drawings, and AutoCAD illustrations. Engage with internal and external subject matter experts to understand the organizational requirements and ensure they can be translated into manufacturable design solutions.
• Provide expertise on materials, colours, finishes, lighting, and other design elements, considering ergonomic principles and occupational health standards.
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and product innovations. Contribute to ongoing improvements in design quality and process efficiency.
• Ensure all designs meet the highest standards of manufacturability, quality, and compliance while delivered within specified timelines and budgets.
• Strategically optimize space utilization, material costs, and modularity to support scalable and cost-effective design solutions.
• Other duties as required.

What you bring

• Bachelor of Interior Design, Bachelor of Craft and Design, Bachelor of Furniture Design, or relevant industry experience.
• 3-5 years of hands-on experience in CAD design.
• Ability to read blueprints, shop drawings, technical specifications, and translate them into actionable cabinetry design parameters.
• Experience supporting the full-cycle furniture design process – from concept development to production-ready outputs.
• Strong understanding of cabinetry and woodworking manufacturing processes, including materials, finishes, hardware, and construction techniques.
• Awareness of residential construction practices and how they intersect with cabinetry and furniture design.
• Strong knowledge of furniture manufacturing (materials, finishes, hardware, etc.)
• Thorough furniture construction and processing understanding
• Demonstrates integrity, ethical conduct, and a commitment to high-quality work.
• Exceptional collaboration, communication, and relationship-building abilities across cross-functional teams.

Bonus Points

• Experience in roboticized manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated proficiency in relevant software (e.g. CNC programming, 3D modelling, autoCAD, Mozaik, Sketchup, 20/20 or similar).
• Experience with HOMAG iX software is an asset.
• Familiarity with applicable legislative standards such as building codes and occupational health regulations.

Compensation

The expected base salary range for this position is $57,500 - $87,500. Actual pay may vary depending on your job-related knowledge, competencies, and skills. We recognize that exceptional situations may fall outside this range, and we encourage all interested candidates to apply.

You are also eligible to participate in Stelumar’s annual bonus program which gives you the opportunity to increase your total compensation if business and individual goals are achieved.

We encourage applicants who meet most of the role requirements to hit that submit button and apply! It’s okay if you don’t have 100% of the requirements. If you’re the right candidate, we’ll help you learn and grow.

Stelumar is committed to providing accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require accommodation through any aspects of the selection process, please notify us on your application and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Stelumar may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support our hiring process, including to help screen or assess candidates along the way. These tools work behind the scenes, while people remain at the heart of every hiring decision.

Qualified applicants for this existing vacancy will be contacted directly by the Talent Acquisition team.