Industrial Design Co-op - Summer 2027

Crown Equipment Corporation•New Bremen, OH

About The Position

Crown Equipment Corporation is seeking an Industrial Design Co-op to work under the guidance of Industrial Designers on conceptualizing and developing new products and solutions. The role supports research, conceptual design, design development, testing, documentation, and presentations. The co-op may also assist with product photography and design competitions, and perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Be enrolled in a bachelor's degree program in Industrial Design.
Good written communication, verbal communication, and interpersonal skills.
Analytical problem-solving and judgment.
Reliable transportation for local travel between company locations during the scheduled workday.
Legally authorized to work in the United States; sponsorship is not provided, and candidates who need current or future work authorization sponsorship are ineligible.

Responsibilities

Research and document user needs, product requirements, competitive products, and industry trends.
Conduct field research, including onsite observations, interviews, filming, and task analysis, and follow up after product introduction.
Conceptualize products and solutions, including their form, aesthetics, and physical and psychological interactions with users.
Create sketches, renderings, and models to communicate design intent.
Create layouts and test bucks to resolve basic user ergonomics.
Determine materials, construction, mechanisms, shape, color, surface finish, and manufacturing processes in cooperation with Engineering and Manufacturing.
Communicate design solutions to management and team members.
Create 3D CAD models of appearance parts and validate surface geometry with rapid prototype samples.
Collaborate with Engineering and Manufacturing to meet manufacturability requirements.
Assist with product graphics and field testing to determine whether user needs have been met.
Assist Design staff in preparing for meetings and presentations.
Support project leaders with project documentation.
Assist with product photography.
Create and submit entries for design competitions.
Perform other duties as assigned.