Industrial Designer I

Industrial Designer I

With over 100 years of excellence, Nautique Boat Company, a subsidiary of Correct Craft, is recognized globally for building the world's finest ski and wake boats. Since 1925, we've led the marine industry through innovation, superior craftsmanship, and a dedication to quality.

Beyond our boats, we're driven by purpose. Through Nautique Cares, we contribute to causes both locally and around the globe improving that performance, people, and philanthropy go hand-in-hand.

Summary: The Industrial Designer I creates visually compelling sketches, drawings, and renderings to communicate ideas for internal and external audiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Create visually compelling sketches, drawings, and renderings to communicate requests from internal and external audiences
• Work in 2D and 3D to guide the development of new products in various materials and processes
• Create technical internal documents such as manufacturing instructions, operating instructions, owner's manuals, and design/engineering guideline documents
• Manage display/library of current and potential materials and manufacturing processes
• Create artwork and creative direction for graphics, labels, and other 2D art
• Research and help select new Colors, Materials, and Finishes (CMF) for future products
• Performs similar or related duties as assigned.

Key Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in industrial design required.
• 1 year to 2 years of related design experience, either through paid professional experience or education-based design opportunities. 2 years to 3 years of design experience preferred.
• Requires knowledge of a recognized professional field and the ability to apply that knowledge to practical issues, analysis, and improvements.
• Requires knowledge of industrial design principles, visual communication, sketching, rendering, 2D and 3D design development, CAD modeling software, and Adobe Creative Suite products, specifically Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop. Also requires interest in parallel industries that inspire colors, materials, and finishes, such as art and fashion industries.
• Must be a licensed driver with a good driving record, subject to MVR.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing and data entry
• Occasional standing, walking, and reaching
• Ability to lift up to 10–15 pounds, if applicable
• Visual acuity to view screens and read documents