Interior Designer II

Creator. Collaborator. Changemaker.
If these words describe you and you’re looking for a workplace culture where you can unleash your imagination and make an impact, look no further.

A&E Design is seeking an Interior Designer with 3–5 years of experience who is ready to stretch their creativity, elevate design, and contribute to projects that make a difference. Based in Billings, Montana, you’ll be joining a team of over 80 diversely talented professionals committed to client satisfaction, quality design, and improving the world around us. If you’re ready to grow your design career and work alongside experienced professionals who will support and challenge you, we invite you to apply!

A day in the life of an Interior Designer.

• Work as part of an interdisciplinary team to develop compelling interior design solutions tailored to client goals and vision
• Produce design presentations, finish boards, space plans, FF&E packages, and construction documentation
• Participate in design charrettes, user group meetings, and product research
• Manage finish and furniture selections, ensuring cohesive, code-compliant, and sustainable solutions
• Coordinate with internal team members, consultants, contractors, and vendors across project phases
• Assist with construction administration activities including submittal review, punch lists, and site visits
• Support project schedules, budgets, and deliverables under the guidance of senior designers and project architects
• Communicate design intent clearly with internal teams and external partners
• Contribute to a culture of learning, collaboration, and curiosity
   

Your skill set.

• 3–5 years of interior design experience in a professional setting
• Bachelor’s degree in interior design or related field
• NCIDQ certification or active pursuit of certification preferred
• LEED AP preferred
• Knowledge of furniture, finishes, materials, color selections, and specifications
• Graphics and visualization skills to effectively communicate design ideas
• A strong design sensibility with the ability to translate ideas into thoughtful, functional, and beautiful interiors
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, and Bluebeam
• Ability to prepare interior construction documents and finish/furniture specifications with accuracy and attention to detail
• Experience collaborating with architects, consultants, and clients throughout the design process
• Confident communicator, both visually and verbally, with a knack for storytelling through design
• Positive, curious, and nimble – excited by problem-solving and pushing creative boundaries
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident, or possess a valid work visa to legally work in the U.S.
   

You simply won’t find a group of individuals more talented, dedicated, or fun than the movers-and-shakers at A&E Design. We are proud of our dynamic workplace culture and minimal turnover over the last 50 years since our firm was established. That’s why we’re always looking for new ways to reward our staff for their hard work and dedication.  

Some of the perks of working at A&E Design include:  

Competitive salary package with full benefits 

Annual bonuses 

Generous paid personal leave 

401K and Roth with profit sharing 

Group health, dental, vision, and disability insurance cost shared at 75% (us)/25% (you) $50,000 of group life insurance 

Basic long-term care insurance 

Health savings account 

Employee wellness program 

Opportunities for advancement 

A kickass culture with frequent staff excursions and events, like an annual trip to Chico Hot Springs, happy hours, and holiday parties Create impact.   

A&E Design is an integrated design firm with four offices in Montana (Billings, Missoula, Bozeman, and Kalispell). We are a passionate, energetic team devoted to the design industries as well as the communities we serve. Our philosophy and holistic process challenges convention, blending architecture, interior design, construction administration, historic preservation, and graphic design into a comprehensive package for a wide range of project types.  

This unique approach has earned us some prestigious recognition. As one of the fastest-growing firms in the AEC industry, A&E Design has won five Hot Firm Awards and four consecutive Best Firm to Work For Awards from Zweig Group. We continue to heat up the competition by adding top-tier designers of all disciplines and creating truly impactful experiences. Join our team—we can’t wait to see what we create together in 2025, and beyond.   

X marks the spot.   

They don’t call Montana the “Treasure State” for nothing. Under the big sky is a veritable trove of breathtaking views, historical landmarks, and outdoor activities. Each A&E Design location offers staff easy access to nearby mountain ranges for skiing and hiking, battlefields and sites from the travels of Lewis and Clark, dinosaur digs, rivers and waterfalls, and so much more. There is truly something for everyone in the last best place. If you don’t have the map to find what you’re looking for, just ask a friendly local to point you in the right direction.