Ancillary Applications Designer

General Information

Country : USA

State : Texas

City : Dallas

Office Location : Obsolete - 3131 McKinney Avenue, Suite 300 - #21 - - - - -

Date posted : 08-Sep-2025

Business Function : Sales

Position Type : Full-Time / Regular

Description

Steelcase is seeking a talented and passionate Ancillary Applications Designer to support our field sales representatives and dealers by delivering inspiring and relevant solutions in Dallas, Texas . This field-based role is focused on helping win business by proactively positioning Coalesse & Partners, and responding to the unique needs of clients and other influencers. The ideal candidate is a designer with product expertise who can bring a client's vision to life through on-demand and thoughtful concept design and application development.

Working closely with the Ancillary Sales Representatives, this designer will play a key role in building relationships and affinity for our brand with architecture and design (A+D) partners, clients, and the dealer community. This is a highly collaborative, client-facing role that blends creativity, strategic thinking, and technical design skills to differentiate our solutions in the marketplace.

The Coalesse & Partners brand is known for design leadership, craftsmanship, and ability to create inspiring, human-centered environments. As an Ancillary Applications Designer, you will have the opportunity to work with a diverse collection of products that elevate workplace experiences and support a wide range of client needs.

What you will be doing :

Translate client vision and workplace insights into compelling ancillary product applications.

Collaborate with Ancillary Sales Representative to develop and present holistic, on-brand design solutions that support strategic sales efforts.

Lead or participate in design charrettes, showroom visits, and informal design sessions with clients, dealers, and A+D firms.

Create drawings, renderings, and specifications using tools such as CET Designer. A background in AutoCAD and Revit is a plus.

Develop narratives and visual storytelling that highlight the value and insight behind our ancillary solutions.

Manage multiple projects and deadlines while maintaining a high level of design quality and attention to detail.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Interior Design.

5+ years of experience in commercial interior design, preferably with a focus on workplace or contract furniture.

Proficiency in design and specification software such as AutoCAD, Revit, or CET Designer.

Possess strong presentation, storytelling, and visual communication skills.

Ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced, and client-facing environment.

Acumen to influence and guide the design process from concept to specification

Willingness to travel as needed to support client engagements and regional sales efforts, around 20%.

Who We Are :

Steelcase is a global design and thought leader in the world of work. Along with our expansive community of brands, we design and manufacture innovative furnishings and solutions to help people do their best work in the many places where work happens.

Why People Choose to Work with Us :

At Steelcase, we put people at the center of everything we do. We understand the role of work and believe that it can bring meaning and purpose to the lives of our customers and our employees. We prioritize supporting our employees both in and out of work, in all aspects of their lives. When we bring our talents together, we make a positive lasting impact through our work and communities.

What Matters to Us :

More than qualifications, we're looking for talent and potential. We are proud to have a strong and inclusive workforce, and we're always looking to improve our global community. We value applicants who are comfortable interacting with people different from themselves, building mutual respect and positive relationships. We invite people from all backgrounds and genders to apply. If we can make the application process easier through accommodation, please email us at myhr@steelcase.com .

Steelcase provides employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, creed, genetic information, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or veteran status and bases all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. We are proud to be recognized for our inclusive workforce by the Corporate Equality Index for the past nine years .

Steelcase is a MVAA- Gold Level Veteran-Friendly Employer. Steelcase recognizes the amazing experiences and skills that Veteran's possess . We encourage all Veterans and Veteran Spouses to apply.

Please see our Working at Steelcase Document for more detailed benefits and compensation information.

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