Director of Industrial Design

Brunswick Corp.•Fond Du Lac, WI

48d

About The Position

As the Director of Industrial Design, you will lead multidisciplinary teams to set the vision and strategy for Industrial Design (ID) and User Experience/User Interface (UX/UI) across Mercury Marine products. This role establishes design excellence, drives innovation, and embeds Design Thinking and UX/UI best practices throughout. In this role you will partner with stakeholders to deliver world-class marine products that embody the brand's values and deliver exceptional user experiences, ensuring alignment with business objectives and brand identity. At Brunswick, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver.

Requirements

Master's degree in Industrial Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or related field preferred.
10+ years in industrial design and UX/UI, with progressive technical and leadership experience.
5+ years in a leadership role, preferably in marine or consumer products.
Deep expertise in industrial design, product aesthetics, ergonomics, user experience, and user interface design.
Strong project management and organizational skills; able to guide multiple complex projects simultaneously.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to influence at all levels.
Analytical mindset focused on data-driven decision making and risk management.
Ability to foster a culture of safety, inclusion, and high performance.

Responsibilities

Define and communicate the long-term design vision for Mercury Marine products, aligned with business objectives and brand identity.
Direct market research, user studies, and trend analysis to inform design decisions and identify new opportunities.
Guide design direction for the product portfolio, ensuring consistency in brand language and experience.
Champion Design Thinking and UX/UI methodologies, fostering creativity and innovation.
Manage, inspire, and grow a team of industrial and UX designers, setting clear goals and providing mentorship.
Organize resources to meet objectives and deliver high-quality products.
Lead succession planning and career development initiatives/plans.
Establish and evolve best-in-class design processes, methods, and tools, embracing new technologies like AI.
Collaborate with teams across Product Development, Marketing, and other functional teams to guide the ID/UX aspect of product development from concept to execution.
Integrate Design Thinking and UX/UI into product development processes.
Advocate for design decisions to senior management and stakeholders.
Work with engineering and suppliers to ensure designs are innovative, feasible, and cost-effective.
Oversee relationships with external partners to support new business opportunities.
Direct the complete design process from ideation through prototyping, user testing, and implementation.
Oversee user experience (UX) for physical and digital touchpoints, ensuring seamless and visually compelling interactions.
Manage budgets and resources, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.
Uphold quality standards for Fit, Form, and Function, and provide actionable insights on production deviations.