Industrial Design Co-op

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdingswhich is backed by Berkshire Hathawayyoull be doing things that matter leading at every level and winning a better way. Were committed to making a positive impact on the world providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities and fostering a culture where everyones empowered to be their best.

About The Job

Though you may not know us by name youve most likely enjoyed meals and refreshments supported by our industry-leading brand portfolio. For decades weve designed and manufactured foodservice equipment for some of the worlds biggest most recognized consumer brands. We are driven to innovate with a clear purpose in mind: revolutionize the future of foodservice.

We are seeking a motivated and curious Industrial Design Co-op to join our team for the summer. This role is ideal for a student passionate about user-centered design hands-on prototyping and exploring how Industrial Design impacts the Foodservice Equipment industry.

As a co-op you will focus on relevant problems and challenges faced by our customers and drive those insights and ideas into viable solutions. Youll conduct self-guided research lead user testing and generate concepts to inform the best design solution . At the end of the term you will prepare and deliver a presentation to our senior management showcasing your work insights and recommendations. Its a great opportunity to engage on real world design and development with the Design team and the broader organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Self-guided research: Explore user needs workflow challenges competitive products industry trends and ergonomic considerations in the foodservice equipment space.

• Concept ideation & visualization: Produce sketches storyboards and conceptual explorations. Participate in brainstorming sessions and create visuals for internal reviews.

• User testing & validation: With the guidance of the Design team plan and conducting user testing sessions. Capture observations compile findings and translate insights into actionable next steps.

• Prototype support: Engage with the Model Shop to build models and low- to mid-fidelity prototypes to evaluate usability and communicate design intent.

• Cross-functional collaboration: Work with designers engineers product managers and marketing partners throughout the development process.

• Documentation & communication: Prepare research summaries testing documentation and design materials for team reviews.

• End-of-summer senior leadership presentation: Present a comprehensive overview of your work including research concepts testing insights and design recommendations.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelors degree in Industrial Design or a related field.

• Strong sketching ideation and communication skills.

• Comfortable with hands-on prototyping and model making.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.

• Interest in foodservice equipment human-centered design and UI design is a plus.

Proficiency with the following tools:

• SolidWorks

• Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop Illustrator InDesign etc.)

• Figma

• KeyShot

Work Environment

• This is an onsite role in Carol Stream IL with an expectation of 34 days per week in the studio.

• Work may involve time in test kitchens prototype shops or user-testing environments.

What Youll Gain

• Experience contributing to real product development efforts.

• Exposure to cross-functional teamwork with engineering product and marketing.

• Opportunities to build portfolio-ready research ideation and prototype work.

• Understanding of user-centered design in a real-world fast-paced industry.

• Direct visibility with a final presentation to senior leadership.

• Mentorship from experienced industrial designers and engineers.

About Marmon Holdings

Marmon Holdings Inc. a Berkshire Hathaway company comprises 11 groups and more than 100 autonomous businesses with total annual revenue of $10 billion. Marmons 28000-plus team members are celebrating the companys 70th anniversary in 2023 and helping write the next chapter of Marmons story.

Pay Range:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical dental vision 401k matching and more!

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process please email your request to and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.