Cruver Design, LLC
Industrial Designer – Cruver Design, LLC
Company: Cruver Design, LLC Location: Elmhurst, IL Posted: Sep 29 Employment Type: 3–6 month contract (potential to transition to full-time)
About Cruver Design At Cruver Design, we partner with companies to create meaningful products that balance innovation, usability, and manufacturability. As a design consultancy, our work spans a wide range of industries, giving our team exposure to diverse challenges and opportunities to see ideas through from sketch to production. We value creativity grounded in problem‑solving, and we’re looking for a designer who thrives in a collaborative, hands‑on environment.
The Role We are seeking a mid‑level Industrial Designer (3–6 years of experience) to join our Chicagoland studio. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in design thinking, excellent visualization skills, and proven experience creating products that move successfully from concept to production. This is an in‑person position only.
Responsibilities
Generate product concepts through sketching, CAD modeling, and visualization
Build and refine 3D CAD models in SolidWorks for prototypes and production‑ready deliverables
Produce compelling renderings and visual presentations using KeyShot, Photoshop, Illustrator, and CorelDRAW
Participate in prototyping and hands‑on model‑making within the studio
Collaborate with clients and internal team members to translate insights into design solutions
Prepare technical drawings, presentations, and project documentation using Microsoft Office tools
Contribute to a fast‑paced consultancy culture where adaptability and curiosity are valued
Required Skills
3–6 years of professional experience in industrial design
Proficiency in SolidWorks, KeyShot, Photoshop, Illustrator, CorelDRAW, Microsoft Office
Strong portfolio demonstrating concept development, CAD competency, and finished product outcomes
Solid understanding of materials, manufacturing methods, and design for production
Excellent sketching, visualization, and communication skills
Preferred Attributes
Familiarity with CMF strategy and human factors/ergonomics
Comfort moving between quick‑turn conceptual work and detailed production development
Ability to juggle multiple projects and meet deadlines without sacrificing design quality
What We Offer
Competitive compensation based on experience
Exposure to a broad range of industries and product categories
Hands‑on studio environment with access to prototyping resources
Collaborative, creative team culture
How to Apply Please submit your resume and portfolio (PDF or web link) to
Toni.mountcastle@cruverdesignllc.com . Portfolios should demonstrate both creative problem‑solving and strong technical execution.
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Company: Cruver Design, LLC Location: Elmhurst, IL Posted: Sep 29 Employment Type: 3–6 month contract (potential to transition to full-time)
About Cruver Design At Cruver Design, we partner with companies to create meaningful products that balance innovation, usability, and manufacturability. As a design consultancy, our work spans a wide range of industries, giving our team exposure to diverse challenges and opportunities to see ideas through from sketch to production. We value creativity grounded in problem‑solving, and we’re looking for a designer who thrives in a collaborative, hands‑on environment.
The Role We are seeking a mid‑level Industrial Designer (3–6 years of experience) to join our Chicagoland studio. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in design thinking, excellent visualization skills, and proven experience creating products that move successfully from concept to production. This is an in‑person position only.
Responsibilities
Generate product concepts through sketching, CAD modeling, and visualization
Build and refine 3D CAD models in SolidWorks for prototypes and production‑ready deliverables
Produce compelling renderings and visual presentations using KeyShot, Photoshop, Illustrator, and CorelDRAW
Participate in prototyping and hands‑on model‑making within the studio
Collaborate with clients and internal team members to translate insights into design solutions
Prepare technical drawings, presentations, and project documentation using Microsoft Office tools
Contribute to a fast‑paced consultancy culture where adaptability and curiosity are valued
Required Skills
3–6 years of professional experience in industrial design
Proficiency in SolidWorks, KeyShot, Photoshop, Illustrator, CorelDRAW, Microsoft Office
Strong portfolio demonstrating concept development, CAD competency, and finished product outcomes
Solid understanding of materials, manufacturing methods, and design for production
Excellent sketching, visualization, and communication skills
Preferred Attributes
Familiarity with CMF strategy and human factors/ergonomics
Comfort moving between quick‑turn conceptual work and detailed production development
Ability to juggle multiple projects and meet deadlines without sacrificing design quality
What We Offer
Competitive compensation based on experience
Exposure to a broad range of industries and product categories
Hands‑on studio environment with access to prototyping resources
Collaborative, creative team culture
How to Apply Please submit your resume and portfolio (PDF or web link) to
Toni.mountcastle@cruverdesignllc.com . Portfolios should demonstrate both creative problem‑solving and strong technical execution.
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