Industrial Designer I

Associate Industrial Designer

Were seeking anAssociate Industrial Designerto help shape the next generation of productsfrom early concept through production readiness. Youll collaborate with end users engineers marketing and manufacturing to translate insights into compelling manufacturable designs that balancefunction form ergonomics and cost. This is a hands-on role that spansresearch sketching 3D modeling prototyping rendering/animation and design reviews. New grads with strong portfolios are welcome.

What Youll Do

• Concept & Development
  • Conceive and develop innovative product concepts that improve how customers work.
  • Create sketches storyboards and refined CAD to communicate design intent.
  • Build and iterate3D modelsandphysical prototypesto evaluate form fit and usability.
• Research & Validation
  • SupportVoice of Customer (VoC)research; document user needs workflows and opportunities.
  • Participate in user testing; incorporate feedback to improve usability ergonomics and aesthetics.
  • Research materials manufacturing processes and market trends.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Partner with engineering marketing and manufacturing to ensure design feasibility and cost-effectiveness.
  • Recommend and documentcolors materials finishes (CMF)and textures aligned to brand and use case.
  • Present concepts and progress indesign reviewsto gain alignment and buy-in.
• Execution & Documentation
  • Produce detailed CAD and visual assets (renderings/animations) for reviews and marketing as needed.
  • Prepare design specifications drawings and documentation that support fabrication and assembly.
  • Maintain organized records of iterations specs and timelines; ensure compliance with safety quality and regulatory standards.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors degreein Industrial Design.
• Proficiency in CADRhino preferred; others acceptable.
• Adobe Creative SuiteIllustrator Photoshop.
• Strong portfolioshowing process (research concepts prototypes) sketching 3D surfacing and final outcomes.
• Basic understanding ofmanufacturing processesand materials.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to collaborate in a fast-paced team.

Preferred Qualifications

• 13 yearsof relevant experience (internships/co-ops count). Strong new grads considered.
• Experience withrapid prototypingtools and techniques (3D printing shop tools).
• Knowledge ofergonomics/human factorsanddesign for manufacturing/assembly (DFMA) a plus.
• Rendering/animationexperience (KeyShot preferred)
• Comfort in Windows environments;Microsoft 365/OfficeAdobe CC.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks stay organized and deliver on deadlines.

Core Skills

• Sensitivity to form proportion and detailwith excellent conceptual sketching.
• Excellent 3D surfacing/modeling(Rhino preferred).
• Clear thoughtfulvisual and verbal storytellingin presentations.
• Team-minded open to feedback and capable of givingconstructive critique.

Portfolio Requirement

Please submit a portfolio demonstrating your design process and outcomes (research sketches CAD prototypes and final visuals). Include aPDF ( 10 MB)or alinkto an online portfolio.