Entry Level Hardware User Experience Designer 2026

IBM • Poughkeepsie, NY

79d • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Hardware User Experience Designer, you will be engaging with the rest of the Industrial Design team and all parties involved in the definition and development of a hardware product (product management, mechanical development, testing, ...), collect data, share insights, and transform challenges into actionable items to improve products and experiences.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• BFA in Industrial Design or Human Factors / Ergonomics
• Knowledge of Hardware UX Design practices and principles
• Familiarity with field research such as ethnographies, interviews, etc.
• Experience conducting usability studies to inform design
• Proficiency in collecting and organizing data and presenting insights
• Interest in design thinking facilitation and methodologies

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree
• Experience with research/survey tools to collect both qualitative and quantitative data points
• Knowledge of enterprise IT hardware
• Familiarity with CAD and 3D render tools

Responsibilities

• Engage with the Industrial Design team and other stakeholders in product development.
• Collect data and share insights to inform design decisions.
• Transform challenges into actionable items to improve products and user experiences.

Benefits

• Healthcare benefits including medical & prescription drug coverage, dental, vision, and mental health & well being
• Financial programs such as 401(k), cash balance pension plan, the IBM Employee Stock Purchase Plan, financial counseling, life insurance, short & long- term disability coverage, and opportunities for performance based salary incentive programs
• Generous paid time off including 12 holidays, minimum 56 hours sick time, 120 hours vacation, 12 weeks parental bonding leave in accordance with IBM Policy, and other Paid Care Leave programs
• Training and educational resources on our personalized, AI-driven learning platform where IBMers can grow skills and obtain industry-recognized certifications to achieve their career goals
• Diverse and inclusive employee resource groups, giving & volunteer opportunities, and discounts on retail products, services & experiences

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees