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Hourly Design Jobs in Portland, OR (NOW HIRING)

MillerKnoll

Design Specialist - Tigard

Tigard, OR · On-site

Competitive hourly base with uncapped commission on shipped items * Performance-based bonus plan ... As a Design Specialist, you'll blend your design sensibility with consultative selling skills to ...

DJ&A

Design Engineer I

Vancouver, WA · On-site

$31.50 - $47/hr

Transportation Design Engineer (Entry to Mid-Level) (Vancouver, WA) About DJ&A DJ&A is a ... Non-exempt employees (prior to professional licensure): overtime paid at 1.5x hourly rate for hours ...

Millerknoll

Design Specialist - Tigard

Tigard, OR · Hybrid

Competitive hourly base with uncapped commission on shipped items * Performance-based bonus plan ... As a Design Specialist, you'll blend your design sensibility with consultative selling skills to ...

Azad, Inc

CAD Technician 2

Vancouver, WA · On-site

Join AZAD Technology Partners as a CAD Technician an d provide quality design, layout, and ... The hourly pay rate for this position (which includes a health and welfare fringe benefit of $5.09 ...

DOWL

CAD Drafter 5

Vancouver, WA · On-site

$35.26 - $52.89/hr

The hourly range for this position is $35.26 - $52.89. In addition to base salary, employees may be ... Summary The CAD Drafter 5 is responsible for performing high level drafting services using CAD ...

DOWL

CAD Drafter 5

Vancouver, WA · On-site

$35.26 - $52.89/hr

The hourly range for this position is $35.26 - $52.89. In addition to base salary, employees may be ... Summary The CAD Drafter 5 is responsible for performing high level drafting services using CAD ...

Aquent

Store Design 3

Beaverton, OR · On-site

$43.80 - $48.67/hr

Temporary Salary: $43.80-48.67 Hourly up to $50/hr Start Date: Sep 21, 2026 Aquent is proud to ... Design with clear ideation, meticulously considering color, texture, spacing, scale, and ...

Panthalassa

Brand Design Lead

Portland, OR

You'll help us create our design language, rooted in simplicity, clarity, and rational thought. It's no-frills and utilitarian. Quality comes from deleting rather than adding. As our lead, you'll ...

3D Systems

Mechanical Design Engineer

Wilsonville, OR · Hybrid

$78K - $106K/yr

Description What We Are Looking For We are seeking a Senior design engineer with a strong background in systems engineering. The role will be working on the Multi-jet printer technology for the 3D ...

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Panthalassa

Brand Design Lead

Portland, OR · On-site

You'll help us create our design language, rooted in simplicity, clarity, and rational thought. It's no-frills and utilitarian. Quality comes from deleting rather than adding. As our lead, you'll ...

Panthalassa

Brand Design Lead

Portland, OR

You'll help us create our design language, rooted in simplicity, clarity, and rational thought. It's no-frills and utilitarian. Quality comes from deleting rather than adding. As our lead, you'll ...

3D Systems

Mechanical Design Engineer

Wilsonville, OR · Hybrid

$78K - $106K/yr

Description What We Are Looking For We are seeking a Senior design engineer with a strong background in systems engineering. The role will be working on the Multi-jet printer technology for the 3D ...

New

3D Systems

Mechanical Design Engineer

Tualatin, OR · Hybrid

$79K - $107K/yr

Description What We Are Looking For We are seeking a Senior design engineer with a strong background in systems engineering. The role will be working on the Multi-jet printer technology for the 3D ...

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Teledyne

Mechanical Design Engineer

Wilsonville, OR

$78K - $106K/yr

These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas ...

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How much do hourly design jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for hourly design in Portland, OR is $29.68, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.22 and $33.65 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Hourly Design vs Freelance Designer?

AspectHourly DesignFreelance Designer
CredentialsTypically requires design certifications or a portfolioOften requires a strong portfolio, with or without formal credentials
Work EnvironmentUsually works for a company or agency, with set hoursWorks independently, setting own hours and clients
Employer/Industry UsageCommon in agencies, corporate in-house teamsPrevalent among independent professionals across industries
Search/Comparison IntentOften compared for hourly rates and job structureCompared for project scope and independence

Hourly Design involves working for an employer or agency with set hours and pay based on time. Freelance Designer works independently, managing own clients and projects, often with flexible hours. Both roles require design skills, but differ in work setup and client management.

What are the most commonly searched types of Design jobs in Portland, OR? The most popular types of Design jobs in Portland, OR are:
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Infographic showing various Hourly Design job openings in Portland, OR as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, and 20% Part Time. Highlights an 80% In-person, and 20% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $61,742 per year, or $29.7 per hour.

Design Specialist - Tigard

MillerKnoll

Tigard, OR • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 8 days ago

MillerKnoll rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 59 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

7th of 51 rated furniture manufacturers

Job description

Why join us?
At Design Within Reach, home comes first. We believe in creating and sourcing pieces that move with you and are meant to be enjoyed over a lifetime - from home to home, generation to generation. For us, that means exceptionally crafted, built-to-last, and beautifully designed furnishings.
Our purpose is design for the good of humankind. It's the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of Design Within Reach means being a part of something larger than your work team, or even your brand. We are redefining modern for the 21st century. And our success allows Design Within Reach to support causes that align with our values, so we can build a more sustainable, equitable, and beautiful future for everyone.
Are you a creative professional with a passion for interior design and a proven track record in sales? Do you thrive in a client-facing environment where you can bring iconic modern design to life? If so, our Design Within Reach store is looking for you.
What We Offer:
  • Competitive hourly base with uncapped commission on shipped items
  • Performance-based bonus plan
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid vacation, holidays, and parental leave
  • Commuter benefit up to /$150/month
  • 401(k) with 4% company match
  • Generous employee discounts
  • Ongoing professional development opportunities

Store Hours: Open daily, Sunday through Saturday (weekend and holiday availability required)
About the Role:
As a Design Specialist, you'll blend your design sensibility with consultative selling skills to deliver exceptional client experiences. You'll represent legendary designers like Charles and Ray Eames and brands such as Herman Miller and Knoll, while building lasting relationships with clients and the local design community. You'll report directly to the General Manager and play a key role in driving the store's success.
What You'll Do:
  • Drive sales by delivering personalized design consultations and solutions that meet client needs
  • Build and maintain relationships with clients, trade professionals, and the local design community
  • Meet and exceed sales performance goals, consistently achieving key performance indicators (KPIs) including revenue targets, conversion rates, and client retention metrics
  • Leverage your design expertise to guide clients through product selection, space planning, and styling
  • Manage the full client lifecycle using CRM tools and outreach strategies to exceed sales goals
  • Maintain visual merchandising standards and contribute to the overall aesthetic of the store
  • Stay current on product knowledge, design trends, and industry developments through training and self-study
  • Conduct in-home consultations and attend off-site meetings with trade clients as needed

What We're Looking for:
  • A design-savvy sales professional with a passion for modern interiors
  • Experienced in retail sales, design consulting, or customer success (preferred)
  • Background in interior design, architecture, or related field (preferred)
  • Skilled in client needs assessment, problem-solving, and relationship building
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office, and design tools (e.g., SketchUp, AutoCAD, or similar)
  • Able to lift 20+ lbs and work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Who We Hire?
Simply put, we hire qualified applicants representing a wide range of backgrounds and abilities. Design Within Reach is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veterans from every branch of military service, and more. Here, you can bring your whole self to work. We're committed to equal opportunity employment, including veterans and people with disabilities.
This organization participates in E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification. In general, MillerKnoll positions are closed within 45 days and are open for applications for a minimum of 5 days. We encourage our prospective candidates to submit their application(s) expediently so as not to miss out on our opportunities. We frequently post new opportunities and encourage prospective candidates to check back often for new postings.
MillerKnoll complies with applicable disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact MillerKnoll Talent Acquisition at careers_help@millerknoll.com.

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