Staffing - Design Engineer - Contract - TalentBurst, Inc.
Charlotte, NC
About the Job
Job Title: Industrial Designer
Location: Charlotte, NC (Hybrid)
Duration: 04+ Months
Job Description
***All candidates submitted must provide a link to their portfolio for the hiring team to review.
This is a hybrid role (Charlotte, NC), so they will be required to be on site at times.
Hours: 30 hours per week (hybrid)
Position Overview: Client is seeking an experienced and talented Industrial Designer / Design Engineer to join a global design team. You will collaborate with mechanical engineers, manufacturing experts, product line managers, and other stakeholders to deliver high-quality, market-ready designs that uphold our brand's integrity, meet customer needs and adhere to our technical standards. You will be supporting the design efforts for a wide range of products including connectors, adaptors, testing devices, fiber housings, wireless terminals, splice cassettes, as well as the accompanying tools, accessories, and packaging.
Qualifications:
- Degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, or a related field
- 1+ years of product development experience
How you will make a difference:
- Assist in the conceptualization and iterative development of innovative fiber optic hardware solutions for all market segments.
- Create 3D models and prototypes that demonstrate functionality and/or appearance.
- Enjoy being hands-on and getting into the field to look for insights.
- Participate in brainstorming sessions and design reviews to contribute ideas and feedback to the global design team.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align design intent with project objectives and business goals throughout the project.
- Prepare detailed design documentation and presentation materials.
- Train, educate and advise on industry best practices for Visual Language, Design Thinking and UX/UI.
- Execute packaging and label graphics that align with current standards.
Skills for your success:
Strong communication skills - designers must have the ability to clearly communicate design intent through written, drawn, and verbal direction to a diverse audience.
- Proficiency in CAD software (experience with CREO is preferred).
- Often approach problems from many different angles and challenge the status quo.
- Good to strong digital sketching and visual communication skills.
- Expert level proficiency in KeyShot and Adobe Creative Cloud.
- Solid understanding of materials, manufacturing processes, and engineering principles.
- High personal standard for detail and craftsmanship.
- Dynamic in collaborative environments with the ability to deliver constructive feedback diplomatically.
- Naturally curious and inquisitive about how and why things work with a willingness to try and fail at something new.
- Able to execute within an established visual brand language across a broad portfolio.
- Effective organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
- Natural interest in sustainability, AI, generative design, and cutting-edge design tools.
- Familiar with DFM/A.
- Advanced understanding of human factors and ergonomics.
- Additional experience or training in UX is a plus.
Work Environment:
- Office conditions with regular computer and phone usage.
- Light physical effort equal to frequent lifting or moving of lightweight materials.
- Infrequent visits to manufacturing facilities, labs, and in the field, where personal protective equipment or PPE is required.
#TB_EN
Location: Charlotte, NC (Hybrid)
Duration: 04+ Months
Job Description
***All candidates submitted must provide a link to their portfolio for the hiring team to review.
This is a hybrid role (Charlotte, NC), so they will be required to be on site at times.
Hours: 30 hours per week (hybrid)
Position Overview: Client is seeking an experienced and talented Industrial Designer / Design Engineer to join a global design team. You will collaborate with mechanical engineers, manufacturing experts, product line managers, and other stakeholders to deliver high-quality, market-ready designs that uphold our brand's integrity, meet customer needs and adhere to our technical standards. You will be supporting the design efforts for a wide range of products including connectors, adaptors, testing devices, fiber housings, wireless terminals, splice cassettes, as well as the accompanying tools, accessories, and packaging.
Qualifications:
- Degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, or a related field
- 1+ years of product development experience
How you will make a difference:
- Assist in the conceptualization and iterative development of innovative fiber optic hardware solutions for all market segments.
- Create 3D models and prototypes that demonstrate functionality and/or appearance.
- Enjoy being hands-on and getting into the field to look for insights.
- Participate in brainstorming sessions and design reviews to contribute ideas and feedback to the global design team.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align design intent with project objectives and business goals throughout the project.
- Prepare detailed design documentation and presentation materials.
- Train, educate and advise on industry best practices for Visual Language, Design Thinking and UX/UI.
- Execute packaging and label graphics that align with current standards.
Skills for your success:
Strong communication skills - designers must have the ability to clearly communicate design intent through written, drawn, and verbal direction to a diverse audience.
- Proficiency in CAD software (experience with CREO is preferred).
- Often approach problems from many different angles and challenge the status quo.
- Good to strong digital sketching and visual communication skills.
- Expert level proficiency in KeyShot and Adobe Creative Cloud.
- Solid understanding of materials, manufacturing processes, and engineering principles.
- High personal standard for detail and craftsmanship.
- Dynamic in collaborative environments with the ability to deliver constructive feedback diplomatically.
- Naturally curious and inquisitive about how and why things work with a willingness to try and fail at something new.
- Able to execute within an established visual brand language across a broad portfolio.
- Effective organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
- Natural interest in sustainability, AI, generative design, and cutting-edge design tools.
- Familiar with DFM/A.
- Advanced understanding of human factors and ergonomics.
- Additional experience or training in UX is a plus.
Work Environment:
- Office conditions with regular computer and phone usage.
- Light physical effort equal to frequent lifting or moving of lightweight materials.
- Infrequent visits to manufacturing facilities, labs, and in the field, where personal protective equipment or PPE is required.
#TB_EN
Source : TalentBurst, Inc.