Junior Industrial Designer Job at Design Observer, Sugar Land, TX

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  • Design Observer
  • Sugar Land, TX

Job Description

About The Role

As a Jr. Industrial Designer, you will play a crucial role in supporting the design and development of innovative products that meet both functional and aesthetic requirements. You will collaborate closely with senior designers, engineers, and production teams to translate concepts into detailed design solutions that are manufacturable and cost-effective. Your work will contribute to enhancing product usability, sustainability, and market appeal, ensuring alignment with company standards and customer expectations. This role requires a balance of creativity and technical knowledge to iterate designs based on feedback and testing results. Ultimately, your contributions will help drive the successful launch of new products that strengthen the company’s competitive position in the market.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, or a related field.

Proficiency in CAD software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or Rhino.

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and/or Procreate.

Basic understanding of manufacturing processes and materials.

Strong portfolio demonstrating design skills and creativity.

Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with rapid prototyping techniques and tools.

Knowledge of sustainable design principles and eco-friendly materials.

Familiarity with graphic design software such as Adobe Creative Suite, KeyShot

and other 3d software.

Internship or prior work experience in a manufacturing or product design setting.

Understanding of ergonomic principles and human factors in design.

Responsibilities

Assist in creating detailed 3D models, sketches, and prototypes of product designs

using CAD software.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, marketing, and manufacturing to refine product concepts and ensure feasibility.

Conduct research on materials, manufacturing processes, and market trends to inform design decisions.

Support the preparation of presentations and documentation for design reviews

and project updates.

Participate in user testing and incorporate feedback to improve product functionality

and aesthetics.

Maintain organized records of design iterations, specifications, and project timelines.

Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards throughout

the design process.

Other duties based on business needs.

Skills

The required skills such as proficiency in CAD software are essential for creating precise and manufacturable product designs on a daily basis. Strong communication and collaboration skills enable you to effectively work with engineers and other stakeholders to refine concepts and resolve design challenges. Research skills help you stay informed about the latest materials and manufacturing techniques, which you apply to improve product quality and innovation. Strong sketching and conceptual skills that support design research are required to support exciting outcomes. Overall, these skills combine to support the end-to-end design process, from initial concept through to production readiness.

**On site only**

Job Tags

Work experience placement, Internship,

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