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A&B Studio

Product Design Roles (with Industrial Design Focus)

A&B Studio, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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KEY INFORMATION

Title: Product Designer

Experience level: 3-6 years

Salary: $70,000 - $95,000

Work structure: Hybrid (3 days in office)

Contract Type: Full-time

Languages: English

Sponsorship: Not accepted

Portfolios & CV's: A compelling digital portfolio showcasing your industrial design process from concept to final product. Include sketches, 3D renders, physical prototypes, and evidence of problem-solving and user-centered design. Highlight projects for consumer goods, home goods, or electronics.

Product Designer

Are you a passionate Product Designer with a knack for bringing innovative physical products to life? Join our dynamic design team at a leading

consumer goods and home appliances

company. As a Product Designer, you will be instrumental in conceptualizing, designing, and developing new products that blend aesthetics, functionality, and user appeal. This role is highly creative, requiring a strong sense of form, material, and manufacturing processes, and you'll see your designs impact everyday consumer experiences. You will primarily work on a range of household products and small appliances.

Overall Summary:

The Product Designer will be responsible for the end-to-end design process of physical products, from initial ideation and sketching to 3D modeling, prototyping, and preparing designs for manufacturing. This is a highly creative role that involves deep dives into user research, market trends, and technical feasibility. Your day-to-day work will include brainstorming new product concepts, creating detailed design specifications, collaborating with engineering and marketing teams, conducting design reviews, and ensuring designs meet brand standards and consumer needs. You will not have direct management responsibilities.

What skills are an essential must have?

Proficiency in

3D CAD software

(e.g., SolidWorks, Rhino, Fusion 360), rendering software (e.g., Keyshot, V-Ray),

Adobe Creative Suite

(Photoshop, Illustrator), strong sketching and ideation skills, understanding of manufacturing processes (injection molding, stamping, etc.), and excellent problem-solving abilities.

Background of Company:

Our company is a well-established leader in the

consumer goods and home appliances sector , known for producing high-quality, innovative, and user-friendly products that enhance daily living. We have a broad portfolio spanning kitchenware, cleaning tools, and small home electronics. Our design team, a collaborative group of 10-15 industrial designers, thrives on creativity and technical excellence. We foster a culture of innovation, rigorous testing, and a deep commitment to quality craftsmanship. Our ethos is to create intuitive and durable products that simplify and enrich the lives of our consumers.

Perks/Benefits of the Company: A competitive salary package and attractive performance-based incentives. Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans, ensuring your well-being. Extensive professional development opportunities, including advanced software training and industry conferences. Generous paid time off and flexible leave policies to support work-life balance. Employee discounts on our wide range of products.