Senior Industrial Designer
Senior Industrial Designer
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POSITION SUMMARY:
White River Marine Group is the largest marine manufacturer in North America. Our nine unique brands of recreational marine products include fiberglass and aluminum fishing boats pontoon boats sport boats offshore fishing boats utility boats and kayaks. WRMG is looking for a creative Senior Industrial Designer to join our New Product Development Group. You will have a critical role in all phases of design development from the initial research and concept generation through production release. You will coordinate with other design personnel collaborate with engineering counterparts and be connected with multiple internal and external partners to explore develop and execute well crafted innovative design solutions relevant to each product brand and consumer.
You will be responsible for leading the aesthetic and ergonomic development of world class marine products. Including; exterior styling interior layout console and seating design as well as user interface color/materials and product graphics. You will use the creative process to identify consumer unmet needs and develop market differentiating products that emotionally connect with consumers. Developing concepts that showcase a high level of both 2D and 3D visual communication. The ideal candidate is a highly creative selfmotivated individual that is passionate about the details and works well in a collaborative environment.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Lead design projects from concept to production release in collaboration with other disciplines while following the product development process.
- Utilize competitive analysis consumer and trend research to identify product opportunities
- Possess entrepreneurial drive to propose innovative design solutions
- Efficiently communicate ideas and generate design proposals through ideation sketches refined 2D renderings Keyshot renderings Power Point Presentations.
- Maintain brand identity though appropriate form and material applications.
- Ensure that design concepts convey differentiated aesthetics consumer benefits have best in class craftsmanship excellent ergonomics and innovative solutions.
- Develop 3D digital theme surface models
- Create mockups to study ergonomics packaging form and function
- Help define and work within the project scope and timing
- Must be able to work on multiple projects simultaneously and manage time effectively to meet project deadlines
- Design within cost targets and manufacturing capabilities. Have the ability to intelligently challenge when appropriate
- Work closely with engineering CAD team to establish product packaging criteria and guide production surface development
- Collaborate with manufacturing outside suppliers sales and marketing at various phases of development
- Prepare presentations for Phase Gate reviews
EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum Degree Required: Bachelors Degree
- Preferred Degree: Bachelors Degree in Industrial (Product) or Transportation Design
- Certificate(s) or License(s): N/A
- Years of experience: 710
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITY:
- A minimum of 7 years experience in the design of marine recreational transportation or consumer products
- Professionally developed design and presentation skills including conceptual sketches product renderings 3D CAD and graphic design
- Proficient in manual and digital sketching
- Fluent in Adobe creative suite (Photoshop Illustrator InDesign) and Microsoft Office programs.
- Experience using 3D CAD software (CATIA Alias Blender)
- Experience leading design activity through the development process.
- Ability to create physical prototypes and mockups. Experience with 3D printing and soft/sewn goods is a plus.
- Proactive in identifying owning and solving problems.
- Ability to adapt to shifting priorities and manage time appropriately.
- Experience collaborating in the corporate environment.
- Basic knowledge ofcomposite aluminum rotomolded / formed thermoplastic and soft good manufacturing techniques.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
- Occasional travel to local manufacturing facilities regional trade shows and supplier partners
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Regularly: Computer Work walking sitting standing
Occasionally: Lifting up to 50 lbs.
INDEPENDENT JUDGEMENT:
Performs duties within scope of general company policies procedures and objectives. Analyzes problems and performs needs assessments. Uses judgment in adapting broad guidelines to achieve desired result. Regular exercise of independent judgment within accepted practices. Makes recommendations that affect policies procedures and practices.
Full Time Benefits Summary:
Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise our restaurants worldclass resorts and conservation attractions!
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Account
- Voluntary benefits
- 401k Retirement Savings
- Paid holidays
- Paid vacation
- Paid sick time
- Bass Pro Cares Fund
- And more!
Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race color creed religion sex pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity age national origin ancestry citizenship status disability veteran status genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal state or local law.
Reasonable Accommodations
Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process please visit your nearest location or contact us at
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
