Job description
About Waterworks
When you see the world’s most inspiring homes and hotels, you invariably find Waterworks in the mix. For over 40 years, our designs have elevated the bath and kitchen experience, with exquisite fittings, fixtures, hardware and more. We strive to be participants in exceptional design moments not just through our products, but through how our company name shows up in the world at large.
What We Provide
What gives us an edge over our competitors is our people. We work in a highly collaborative, creative environment that values each team member’s contributions to our mission. We empower our associates with extensive training, career growth opportunities, competitive salaries, bonus potential and a comprehensive benefits package including medical/dental/vision, and 401k retirement savings plan. We offer a generous PTO program (vacation, personal and sick time) with additional perks like some summer half days and a volunteer day. The company observes at least 8 federal holidays throughout the calendar year plus a floating holiday that associates can use at their discretion.
The Role
The Associate Store Designer is an ideal position for someone early in their design career who is eager to learn, collaborate, and evolve creatively under the guidance of an experienced Director. You’ll be immersed in the full design process—from concept ideation to execution—while gaining exposure to high-end showroom environments and luxury brand aesthetics.
You must be passionate and design-driven professional, eager to work with our Store Design and Visual Merchandising team. This role offers a unique opportunity to grow within the luxury interior design and architecture space, contributing to the development of showroom vignettes and display concepts across a wide range of product categories including Fittings, Fixtures, Lighting, Hardware, and Accessories.
This is a hybrid position requiring a minimum of three days per week onsite at Waterworks’ Global Corporate Headquarters in Connecticut. The headquarters is conveniently accessible via Metro North Railroad from New York City (approximately 90 minutes). Candidates based in New York may also be considered, with the expectation to work from one of our New York showrooms.
Responsibilities
- Support concept development through ideation, reference gathering, and moodboard creation to communicate design intent
- Assist in sketching vignette, merchandising, and product display concepts; contribute to design studies and help identify showroom locations for execution
- Create presentation renderings and material boards to support design proposals
- Help maintain and organize sample and reference libraries
- Collaborate on production details for display fixtures and millwork
- Track project timelines and assist in managing design schedules to meet deadlines
- Document design meetings and maintain accurate records of design progression and approvals
- Other accountabilities as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design or a related design discipline
- At least 2 years of design experience, ideally within an in-house design team
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and hand sketching to support design development
- Familiarity with SketchUp and Enscape is a plus
- Experience with luxury brands or products is beneficial
- Strong collaboration skills and openness to feedback
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
- Portfolio required
- Travel up to 40% based on project needs
$80,000 - $95,000 a year
Our Values
Be Authentic: Engage in real conversations. Communicate honestly with respect and professionalism.
Raise The Bar: Share ideas to uphold our standard of excellence. Never settle for less than the best.
Own It: Be responsible for your results. Empower yourself and others to step forward and lead.
Partner For Perfection: Collaborate with peers and teammates to deliver superior service to our clients.
Love What You Do & Do What You Love: Generate excitement and enthusiasm for our brand and company.
Waterworks is committed to promoting pay equity. Rate of pay is determined based on each individual’s experience, qualifications, and the geographic location of the role. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate’s experience and expertise and may vary from the amounts listed above.
Waterworks is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by federal or state law or local ordinance.
