Mechanical Designer

Mechanical Designer

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Designer to join our team and help shape the next generation of innovative hardware products. This is a highly collaborative role where you will take concepts from initial sketches through production, partnering closely with engineering, product, and business stakeholders to create functional, manufacturable, and visually compelling solutions.

The ideal candidate combines exceptional design aesthetics with strong technical expertise in manufacturing, prototyping, and product development.

What You'll Do

• Lead industrial design efforts from concept development through production
• Create compelling product concepts through sketching, ideation, and visualization
• Develop detailed 3D CAD models and product specifications
• Produce high-quality renderings with realistic materials, textures, and lighting
• Define color, material, and finish (CMF) strategies across product lines
• Collaborate with product architects, mechanical engineers, and cross-functional teams to establish cohesive product form language
• Build and evaluate mockups, prototypes, and proof-of-concept models
• Incorporate manufacturing requirements and Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles into product development
• Participate in design reviews, critiques, and stakeholder presentations
• Work directly with suppliers, manufacturers, and external partners to support product realization
• Manage multiple design projects in a fast-paced environment

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, or a related discipline
• 7+ years of professional industrial or product design experience
• Strong portfolio demonstrating excellence in product design, visualization, prototyping, and production-ready solutions
• Expertise in one or more industry-standard modeling and rendering tools, including:
• SolidWorks
• Rhino
• NX
• KeyShot
• Cinema 4D (C4D)
• Deep understanding of materials, manufacturing processes, and Design for Manufacturability (DFM)
• Exceptional sketching, concept development, and visual communication skills
• Experience taking physical products from concept through production
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with engineering, marketing, and business teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience designing products within defense, aerospace, robotics, industrial equipment, or advanced hardware environments
• Understanding of military applications and ruggedized product development
• Experience working with sheet metal, plastics, machined components, and complex assemblies
• Familiarity with supplier management and manufacturing partnerships
• Hands-on prototype fabrication and testing experience

What We're Looking For

• A highly creative designer who can balance aesthetics, usability, and manufacturability
• A self-starter capable of driving projects independently
• A collaborative team player who thrives in a multidisciplinary environment
• Someone passionate about bringing innovative hardware products to life

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work onsite at company headquarters
• Must qualify as a U.S. Person due to access requirements associated with export-controlled information and facilities

Why Join Us?

You'll have the opportunity to work on challenging, real-world products that demand both creativity and technical excellence. You'll collaborate with talented teams, influence product direction, and help deliver innovative solutions from concept to reality.

Apply today by submitting your resume and portfolio showcasing your Mechanical design work and product development experience.