Sr Industrial Designer

Job Description

Position Responsibilities:

• Lead the design process for up-fitted vehicles, including sketching, prototyping, and 3D modeling.
• Work closely with engineers and product managers to ensure designs are feasible and cost-effective.
• Generate high-res, photo-realistic renders for sketch underlays, design reviews, and marketing content.
• Bring innovative design solutions to the table, enhancing both the functionality and aesthetics of our up-fitted vehicles. Stay ahead of industry trends and incorporate new design technologies and materials.
• Manage multiple design projects simultaneously, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget. Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, manufacturing, and sales.
• Work directly with clients to understand their needs and translate them into compelling design solutions. Present design concepts and prototypes to clients and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with team members, providing guidance and feedback. Mentor junior designers and contribute to their professional growth.

Specific Knowledge, Skills, or Abilities:

• Advanced 3D skills and surface modeling experience (Alias preferred).
• Knowledge of a variety of manufacturing constraints (vacuum forming, injection molding, etc.).
• Experience with Photoshop or equivalent software preferred.
• Ability to clearly communicate design concepts through digital and in-person presentations.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Diligent, hardworking, and detail oriented.

Competencies:

• Customer Mindset: Exceptional customer experience is the primary focus while performing job duties. Quality is a top priority.
• Adaptability & Innovation: Proactively and willingly adapts to changing business needs and conditions and presents creative and fresh ideas on how to solve problems, gain efficiencies and improve quality.
• Relationship Building: Builds constructive working relationships characterized by a high level of inclusion, cooperation and mutual respect.
• Accountability: Takes personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work and strives to exceed requirements.
• Decision Making and Judgment: Makes timely, informed decisions that take into account the facts, goals, constraints and risks.
• Talent Development (Self and Others): Displays an ongoing commitment to learning and self-improvement; making an effort to acquire new knowledge or skills associated with job responsibilities. Willingness to work with others and coach/teach in an effort to develop and support other employees’ development.

Position Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in industrial design, with a focus on automotive or heavy machinery.
• Proficiency in design software such as Alias, SolidWorks, Rhino, VRed or similar.
• Strong portfolio showcasing innovative designs and successful projects.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing demands.
• Experience in project management and cross-functional collaboration.

Experience:

• 5+ years of Industrial Design experience required

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Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

• Office or production/manufacturing environment depending on assignment.
• May be required to lift 20 lbs. on occasion.
• May be required to walk, stand, sit, bend and/or lift for long periods of time.
• May require vision abilities to validate and enter data on computer.
• Required to be able to visually perceive differences in color.

Disclaimer:

This list does not represent all physical demands. Descriptions are representative of those that must be met by employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.