Associate – Interior Design in Bensenville, Illinois at AmTab Manufacturing Corporation

At AmTab Manufacturing Corporation, we do more than build school furniture — we transform everyday cafeterias, libraries, and classrooms into high-impact learning environments that inspire students to thrive. As a minority-owned, 100% Made-in-USA company, we control our entire process from concept to delivery. Now, we’re looking for a creative force ready to shape the next generation of learning spaces.

If you’re ready to design with purpose, collaborate with energy, and see your vision become real environments used by real students — this is your moment.

As an Associate – Interior Design, you’ll be a critical contributor in our Office Work Group, bringing to life tailored K–12 layouts that blend functionality with creativity. This role is deeply collaborative — you’ll work hand-in-hand with our Education Partnerships team, manufacturing experts, and end-users to translate district goals into physical spaces that support engagement, wellness, and learning.

This is not just about visual design — it’s about impact. You’ll shape student experiences across the country through purposeful environments that reflect local culture, inclusivity, and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and deliver creative layouts using Revit to visualize environments that energize K–12 schools.
• Collaborate with Education Partnership leaders to translate district needs into spatial strategies and physical specifications.
• Support the production of 2D space plans, 3D visualizations, finish boards, and digital client presentations.
• Source furniture, fixtures, finishes, and color palettes aligned with AmTab’s brand and school district requirements.
• Present and revise design proposals in collaboration with school leaders and AmTab sales team members.
• Coordinate closely with in-house manufacturing and engineering teams to ensure feasibility of designs.
• Stay current with K–12 learning trends, ADA guidelines, and educational wellness design principles.
• Participate in cross-functional team meetings and project planning from concept through installation.

• Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or a related field required.
• 1–3 years of interior design experience in commercial, educational, or public-use spaces.
• Proficiency in Revit is required; additional skills in AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite are strongly preferred.
• Strong verbal, written, and visual communication skills.
• Must be detail-oriented and organized with the ability to manage multiple projects.
• Experience with furniture specification is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, cross-functional team.
• Familiarity with OSHA safety standards and ADA compliance is preferred.
• Passion for improving education through design.