Designer

Product Development Designer – Commercial Carpet (Mid-Level)

Location: Dalton, GA (this is primarily an in-office position)
Department: Product Design & Development
Reports to: Design Director
Job Type: Full-Time

Why Join Us?

We're not just designing carpets — we're shaping environments. Join a collaborative and innovative team where your creativity drives the development of industry-leading commercial floor coverings. We value bold ideas, beautiful design, and people who are passionate about making spaces better through pattern, color, and construction.

Your Role

As a Product Development Designer, you'll be a key creative force in our design studio, contributing to the development of both running line and custom commercial carpet—including tile and broadloom. You'll work on projects from concept through final production and marketing, blending artistic vision with textile expertise. You’ll collaborate closely with internal teams, clients, and account executives, helping us bring meaningful, beautifully crafted products to market.

What You’ll Do

• Develop compelling carpet tile and broadloom designs for commercial markets
• Conceptualize and build color palettes, patterns, and textures using hand and digital techniques
• Create original artwork and custom design solutions for client-specific and running line products
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to bring designs from concept to final product
• Evaluate samples, identify design or technical challenges, and help guide improvements
• Own and lead design projects through all stages, including client interaction, presentation, and marketing review
• Participate in client meetings and mill tours, presenting samples for voice of customer feedback
• Conduct market and trend research to inform design development
• Travel to client presentations, trade shows, and industry events as needed
• Engage in regular team critiques and provide and receive thoughtful, constructive feedback

What You Bring

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Textile Design, Surface Design, Fine Arts, or related field
• 3–10 years of experience in tufted carpet design, preferably in the commercial flooring industry
• Proven ability to create original textile designs using both hand and digital methods
• Proficiency in NedGraphics (Texcelle, Tuft) and Microsoft PowerPoint
• Strong color acuity and pattern sensibility
• Portfolio demonstrating artistic skill, textile fluency, and commercial design relevance

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with custom design development for clients
• Excellent presentation, communication, and collaboration skills
• Passionate, resourceful, and self-directed with a high attention to detail
• Ability to take feedback constructively and refine ideas accordingly
• Willingness to travel for client meetings and industry events

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive benefits package (health, vision, dental, 401k, etc.)
• Creative and collaborative studio environment
• Opportunities to grow within a dynamic design team
• Access to cutting-edge design tools and professional development support

What We Offer

• A commitment that Safety is #1

• Competitive benefits, pay, and retirement plan options!

• Career growth, stability, and flexible work arrangements.

Responsible Manufacturing – Protecting Our Planet for the Future

• We utilize renewable energy and a closed loop recycled water process.

• We are committed to reducing greenhouse emissions and water consumption.

• We are the only flooring company recognized by the Asthma and Allergy foundation.

Who we are:

With a history of 140 years, Tarkett is a worldwide leader in innovative flooring and sport surface solutions with 12,000 employees and 34 industrial sites. Offering a wide range of products including vinyl, linoleum, rubber, carpet, wood, laminate, artificial turf, and athletic tracks. The Group serves customers in more than 100 countries across the globe.

Committed to change the game with circular economy and to reducing its carbon footprint, the Group has implemented an eco-innovation strategy based on Cradle to Cradle® principles, fully aligned with its Tarkett Human-Conscious Design® approach. 

Tarkett is listed on Euronext (Compartment B, ISIN FR0004188670, ticker: TKTT). www.tarkett-group.com

Tarkett is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity in backgrounds and in experiences and promote an inclusive workplace where all employees can perform at their best.