CET Design Specialist

🇺🇸In-Person - Carson, CA$65K–$90K/yri2h ago

K-12 Operations Space Planning Instructional Design Cad Design Training Development Project Management

Role Snapshot

CET Design Specialist supporting schools nationwide in creating inclusive learning environments through furniture and materials design. This role combines advanced expertise in CET design software with coaching responsibilities to train and mentor other specialists on best practices.

Key Responsibilities: Provide guidance and training to team members on CET Designer software, create structured learning experiences including space plans and furniture layouts, manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining quality standards, and develop photorealistic renderings and client presentations. Maintain CET catalogs and project files, resolve software issues, and stay current on industry best practices.

Skills & Tools: Advanced proficiency with CET Designer, AutoCAD, Revit and similar design software; exceptional attention to detail and communication skills adaptable to diverse audiences; strong understanding of early learning and K-12 standards and curricula. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, provide technical training, and create high-quality visual presentations.

Qualifications: Extensive experience with CET design software and demonstrated expertise training others on best practices; strong knowledge of educational environments, furniture specification, and space planning. Background in design or instructional support with proven track record of meeting deadlines and quality standards.

Location: In-Person - Carson, CA

Compensation: $65K–$90K/yr (estimated)

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Job Description

We are seeking a CET Design Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will support schools across the country as they create learning environments filled with furniture and materials that serve a wide range of learners. You will bring advanced CET expertise with a primary focus on coaching and training other specialists on CET best practices. Applicants should have exceptional attention to detail, experience training and excellent communication skills that can be tailored to different audiences with a goal-orientated approach to design and instruction. The ideal candidate also brings a strong understanding of early learning and K–12 standards and curricula.

A day on the job looks like this:

Collaboration & Training

Providing guidance and training to team members on CET Designer software use
Identifying and resolving basic CET software issues, escalating as needed
Incorporating feedback from clients and internal stakeholders while maintaining design intent and quality

Documentation & Specifications

Creating structured, engaging CET learning experiences covering topics such as contract furnishing, space planning and product specification
Maintaining and updating CET catalogs, pricing data and product information
Organizing, maintaining and revising CAD and CET project files in accordance with company standards

Design & Space Planning

Developing space plans, furniture layouts and typicals using industry-standard software such as CET Designer, AutoCAD, Revit or similar tools
Creating photorealistic renderings and client-facing presentations to effectively communicate design concepts
Stylizing and elevating renderings to support department standards and visual quality

Project & Continuous Improvement

Managing multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and quality expectations
Staying current on CET best practices to support continuous improvement
Providing CET-related technical support as needed