Senior Interior Designer

• *Job Title: Senior Interior Designer cum Production Designer**

Location: \[Kochi / Palakkad]

• *About Us**

Sigma Lifestyle Pvt Ltd is one of Kerala's leading interior design and modular manufacturing companies, with an in\-house factory in Palakkad equipped with German HOMAG machinery. With 2000\+ happy clients, 150\+ team members, and 7\+ display centres across Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Karnataka, we deliver complete interior solutions: modular kitchens, wardrobes, and full home and commercial interiors, all backed by a 10\-year product warranty. We are also the exclusive authorised distributor of Raumplus (Germany) sliding door systems in Kerala and Tamil Nadu.

• *Role Overview**

We are looking for a Senior Interior Designer cum Production Designer to lead design development and connect our design and production teams. The role focuses on interior design, production drawings and coordination with the factory. You will turn approved client designs into accurate, production\-ready drawings, keep communication between design and production clear, and make sure every project is manufactured and installed exactly as designed.

• *Key Responsibilities**

• Design Development*

• Meet clients to understand their requirements, lifestyle, budget and design preferences
• Visit sites to take accurate measurements and assess existing conditions, services and constraints
• Prepare space planning, furniture layouts and design concepts for residential and commercial projects
• Create detailed 2D drawings (AutoCAD) and realistic 3D views/renders (SketchUp, V\-Ray, Enscape or similar)
• Design modular kitchens, wardrobes, TV units, storage and loose furniture suited to factory production
• Present designs to clients, explain materials, finishes, hardware and colour schemes, and incorporate feedback
• Select and recommend laminates, veneers, acrylic, hardware, lighting, fabrics and accessories in line with Sigma standards
• Prepare BOQs and support the sales team with quotations based on the finalised design

• Production Design \& Factory Coordination*

• Convert approved designs into production\-ready working drawings, cutting lists, panel details and hardware schedules for the factory team
• Make sure drawings meet factory standards, material sizes, edge\-banding, joinery and machining requirements (HOMAG workflow)
• Act as the main point of contact between design and production, clearing up drawing queries, revisions and technical issues quickly
• Review and verify drawings from other designers before they are released to production, to reduce errors and rework
• Track design changes and keep a clear record of revisions so that production always works from the latest approved drawings
• Work with production planning on timelines, material availability and dispatch schedules
• Suggest design improvements that make production more efficient, reduce material waste and keep quality consistent

• Execution \& Team Support*

• Coordinate with the sales, production and site teams so the design is executed as approved
• Visit sites during installation to check quality, resolve design and fitment issues and make sure the handover goes smoothly
• Guide and mentor junior designers on design detailing and production drawing standards
• Keep up with design trends, new materials and products, and contribute ideas for showroom displays and marketing content

• *Requirements**

• Degree or Diploma in Interior Design / Architecture or a related field
• 5\+ years of experience in residential and/or commercial interior design, including hands\-on experience preparing production/working drawings for modular furniture manufacturing
• Expert in AutoCAD and SketchUp. Knowledge of V\-Ray, Enscape, 3ds Max or Lumion is a plus. Experience with factory or CNC software (e.g. HOMAG woodWOP, Cabinet Vision, Imos, or similar) is highly preferred
• Strong understanding of modular furniture construction, panel materials, hardware, joinery and factory processes
• Proven ability to coordinate with production teams and solve technical issues between design and manufacturing
• Strong space\-planning skills and an eye for aesthetics, colour and detail
• Good communication and presentation skills in Malayalam and English
• Ability to handle multiple projects, prioritise and meet production timelines
• Willingness to travel for site and factory visits. A four\-wheeler with a valid driving licence is preferred
• A portfolio of previous work, including sample production drawings, is mandatory

• *What We Offer**

• Competitive salary based on experience and skills
• A senior role connecting design and manufacturing, with direct influence on product quality
• Opportunity to work on premium residential, hospitality and commercial projects
• Exposure to an in\-house modular factory with German HOMAG machinery
• Hands\-on learning with premium materials and international hardware brands
• Growth opportunities with a fast\-expanding brand across South India

Pay: ₹25,000\.00 \- ₹35,000\.00 per month

Benefits

• Cell phone reimbursement
• Commuter assistance
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person