Job Description

Position Responsibilities:

• Lead the design process for up-fitted vehicles, including sketching, prototyping, and 3D modeling.

• Work closely with engineers and product managers to ensure designs are feasible and cost-effective.

• Generate high-res, photo-realistic renders for sketch underlays, design reviews, and marketing content.  

• Bring innovative design solutions to the table, enhancing both the functionality and aesthetics of our up-fitted vehicles. Stay ahead of industry trends and incorporate new design technologies and materials.

• Manage multiple design projects simultaneously, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget. Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, manufacturing, and sales.

• Work directly with clients to understand their needs and translate them into compelling design solutions. Present design concepts and prototypes to clients and stakeholders.

• Collaborate with team members, providing guidance and feedback. Mentor junior designers and contribute to their professional growth.

Specific Knowledge, Skills, or Abilities:

• Advanced 3D skills and modeling experience (Alias and SolidWorks preferred). 

• Knowledge of a variety of manufacturing constraints (vacuum forming, injection molding, etc.).

• Experience with Photoshop or equivalent software preferred. 

• Ability to clearly communicate design concepts through digital and in-person presentations.

• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.

• Diligent, hardworking, and detail oriented.

Competencies:

• Customer Mindset: Exceptional customer experience is the primary focus while performing job duties. Quality is a top priority.

• Adaptability & Innovation: Proactively and willingly adapts to changing business needs and conditions and presents creative and fresh ideas on how to solve problems, gain efficiencies and improve quality.

• Relationship Building: Builds constructive working relationships characterized by a high level of inclusion, cooperation and mutual respect.  

• Accountability: Takes personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work and strives to exceed requirements.

• Decision Making and Judgment: Makes timely, informed decisions that take into account the facts, goals, constraints and risks.

• Talent Development (Self and Others): Displays an ongoing commitment to learning and self-improvement; making an effort to acquire new knowledge or skills associated with job responsibilities. Willingness to work with others and coach/teach in an effort to develop and support other employees’ development.

Position Qualifications:

Education:

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

- At least 5 years of experience in industrial design, with a focus on automotive or heavy machinery.

- Proficiency in design software such as Alias, SolidWorks, Rhino, VRed or similar.

- Strong portfolio showcasing innovative designs and successful projects.

- Excellent communication and presentation skills.

- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing demands.

- Experience in project management and cross-functional collaboration.

Experience: 

5+ years of Industrial Design experience required

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Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

Office or production/manufacturing environment depending on assignment. 

May be required to lift 20 lbs. on occasion. 

May be required to walk, stand, sit, bend and/or lift for long periods of time. 

May require vision abilities to validate and enter data on computer.   

Required to be able to visually perceive differences in color. 

Disclaimer:  This list does not represent all physical demands.  Descriptions are representative of those that must be met by employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.  Reasonable