Junior Industrial Designer

POSITION SUMMARY:

At White River Marine Group the Junior Industrial Designer plays a key role in shaping the future of our marine products by contributing to the design and development of innovative trend-forward boats and accessories. This position supports both new product introductions and model year updates by executing creative concepts refining components and conducting ongoing trend research within and beyond the marine industry.

Working under general supervision the Junior Designer operates with a high level of initiative and provides day-to-day support across cross-functional teams including Engineering Manufacturing Marketing and Sales. The role also provides guidance to entry-level team members and may coordinate activities in upholstery design graphics layout and FRP/Aluminum styling. This is an ideal opportunity for a detail-oriented creative thinker who is passionate about product innovation and craftsmanship.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Support new product development efforts through weekly involvement in 3D modeling sketching and prototyping of boats and key components.
• Assist in the conceptualization and refinement of advanced design ideas for both new models and model year updates.
• Conduct ongoing research into consumer trends competitor offerings and design influences inside and outside the marine industry.
• Develop and prototype interior and exterior elements including motor boxes consoles seating upholstery flooring and gel coat graphics.
• Provide support on special projects contributing to the design of accessories such as gauges lighting and trailer components.
• Create and maintain visual content for digital sales tools such as product configurators and presentations.
• Collaborate with Sales and Marketing to assist with graphics logos line art and basic photo editing as needed.
• Produce mockups and study models to test form function and ergonomic layout.
• Coordinate and assist with activities involving lower-level design support roles especially in upholstery and graphic design areas.
• Participate in design reviews to ensure alignment with brand standards manufacturing feasibility and cost targets.
• ALL OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum Degree Required: Bachelors Degree
• Preferred Degree: Bachelors Degree in Industrial Design Product Design Transportation Design or a related field.
• Years of experience: Previous internship or co-op experience in a product development or design environment is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITY:

• Strong foundation in concept sketching digital rendering and 3D CAD modeling (Rhino CATIA or equivalent).
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite particularly Photoshop and Illustrator.
• Familiarity with materials and processes including composites aluminum roto-molding and soft goods.
• Experience or interest in upholstery and graphics design especially in a marine or automotive context.
• Ability to develop visual communication tools for use in marketing sales or digital product interfaces.
• Exposure to prototyping and mock-up building including 3D printing.
• Excellent time management and communication skills; comfortable managing multiple priorities.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Capable of mentoring and coordinating tasks for junior-level design support staff.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• Occasional travel to local manufacturing facilities regional shows and supplier partners.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Regularly walks sits stands and does computer work.

Occasionally lifts up to 50 lbs.

INDEPENDENT JUDGEMENT:

Performs tasks and duties under direct supervision using well-defined policies and procedures. Work is reviewed by supervisor. Limited opportunity exists for exercising independent judgment and decision making.

Full Time Benefits Summary:
Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise our restaurants world-class 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

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