Job Description
Job Title:
Cabinet Manufacturing Engineer
Job Category:
Manufacturing / Engineering
Department/Group:
Sales
Position Type:
Full Time
Location:
Clearwater, FL
Date Posted:
08/07/2026
Level/Salary Range:
$65,000–$75,000, based on experience
HR Contact:
Hunter Lankford
Applications Accepted By: Hunter Lankford, President, SouthernStone Cabinets, LLC
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 727-538-0123 ext. 107
Subject Line: Cabinet Manufacturing Engineer
Mail: Hunter Lankford, SouthernStone Cabinets, LLC, 12520 Automobile Blvd, Clearwater, FL 33762
About SouthernStone Cabinets
Since 1998, SouthernStone Cabinets has been a leading domestic wholesale manufacturer of frameless cabinetry, closet systems, Murphy bed systems, and outdoor kitchen cabinetry. We are committed to providing exceptional products, industry-leading customer service, and continuous innovation in manufacturing.
We are seeking a detail-oriented, technically minded Cabinet Manufacturing Engineer to join our team. This position serves as the critical link between customer orders and production by ensuring every project is engineered accurately, optimized for manufacturing, and ready for efficient production.
Position Summary
The Cabinet Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for engineering and optimizing cabinet projects using Cabinet Vision software, ordering job-specific components, supporting customers and internal departments with technical expertise, and ensuring every project moves efficiently from order entry through manufacturing.
Primary ResponsibilitiesManufacturing Engineering
- Engineer cabinet projects using Cabinet Vision.
- Optimize and nest jobs for automated CNC manufacturing equipment.
- Verify cabinet construction meets company standards and manufacturing capabilities.
- Review orders for completeness, accuracy, and manufacturability.
- Communicate engineering changes and special requirements to the production team.
Materials & Purchasing
- Order job-specific components, including doors, drawer boxes, hardware, accessories, and specialty items.
- Verify purchased components match project specifications and production schedules.
Customer & Technical Support
- Work closely with customers by phone and email to ensure orders are complete and accurate.
- Provide technical assistance regarding products, Cabinet Vision, ordering procedures, and manufacturing requirements.
- Answer product questions and guide customers through the quotation and order process.
- Help customers adapt their designs to meet manufacturing requirements while preserving design intent.
Collaboration
- Work closely with Sales, Customer Service, Purchasing, and Production to ensure projects move efficiently through manufacturing.
- Assist production personnel in resolving technical questions as needed.
- Identify opportunities to improve engineering accuracy, manufacturing efficiency, and workflow.
QualificationsRequired
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum of three years of experience in cabinet design, engineering, manufacturing, or installation.
- Strong understanding of frameless cabinet construction methods.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines.
- Self-motivated with strong problem-solving skills.
- Experience using Cabinet Vision or similar cabinet engineering and optimization software.
- Experience with CNC manufacturing environments.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Outlook.
- Experience working directly with cabinet dealers, designers, or contractors.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Strong technical aptitude.
- Critical thinker with excellent analytical skills.
- Ability to interpret cabinet drawings and specifications.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a team.
- Professional, customer-focused communication skills.
- Commitment to quality, accuracy, and continuous improvement.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation based on experience, with bi-weekly direct deposit.
- 1 week paid vacation after 1 year; 2 weeks after 2 years.
- 7 paid holidays.
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Company-matched SIMPLE IRA plan (up to 3% of salary).
Physical Requirements
This position is primarily office-based and requires prolonged periods of sitting while working at a computer, reviewing drawings, and communicating by phone and email. Occasional visits to the manufacturing floor may be required to review projects or assist with production-related questions.
Equal Opportunity Employer
SouthernStone Cabinets, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Cabinetry : 3 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
