Industrial Designer

Job Title: Industrial Designer

Job Description

The industrial designer will be responsible for creating 3D designs from concept in SolidWorks. The role involves designing components that enhance product functionality and aesthetic appeal while ensuring cost-effectiveness and manufacturability. The designer will work on various parts/components like work bulkheads, tool safes, RV parts, and will also convert existing sheet metal parts into plastic parts. This position requires the ability to take a concept idea, design from scratch, and bring those designs to life.
Responsibilities

• Develop concepts, assemblies, fittings, and fasteners.
• Use point cloud data and reverse engineering techniques to create accurate 3D models.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing and Marketing teams to innovate future designs.
• Translate concepts into detailed drawings and specifications.
• Manage expectations across departments, ensuring designs meet goals and customer expectations.
• Operate 3D scanners, printers, and other prototyping equipment to bring designs to life.
• Meet project deadlines with minimal design direction, ensuring timely and high-quality deliverables.

Essential Skills

• Industrial design experience.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks.
• Experience designing from concept.
• Familiarity with prototyping equipment (3D printers, 3D scanners, CNC machines).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with Visualize.
• Thermoforming experience.
• Experience in tool design or manufacturing assembly.

Work Environment

The company manufactures durable and reliable thermoformed products primarily for the RV industry but is diversifying into other sectors such as industrial, aerospace, work trucks, and boats.
The industrial designer will work under the Engineering Manager as part of a team of 7 engineers, collaborating closely with a sales team of 7 people.
The role involves spending 80-85% of the time designing.
The typical work week is 40 hours, from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM.
Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $31.25 - $40.86/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:


• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Edwardsburg,MI.
Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 2025.
About Actalent


Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.


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