Industrial Designer II

Humanscale Corporation•New York, NY

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

Humanscale is seeking a talented and creative Industrial Designer II to join their team. This role is ideal for individuals with a minimum of 3 years of experience in industrial design. The designer will collaborate closely with senior designers and engineers to develop innovative, functional, and aesthetically appealing products that meet market needs and user expectations. The company emphasizes sustainability, with 70% of its products certified as having a Net Positive impact on the environment. Humanscale has been a leader in performance and simplicity in the industry for over 40 years with its award-winning office products including seating, sit/stand desks, technology, and lighting.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Design from an accredited institution
3-6 years of experience in product development
Excellent understanding of complex 3-dimensional forms
Strong understanding of mechanisms, materials, manufacturing processes, and ergonomics
Good understanding of graphic design, and an ability to create simple layouts that complement Humanscale’s aesthetic
Comfortable building mock-ups/prototypes and reiterating as necessary
Comfortable with basic power tools
Strong sketching and prototyping skills
Ability to communicate design concepts clearly and effectively
Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical audiences through various media, including: Clear and concise language, Well-developed drawing skills, Digital image manipulation
Innate drive to master new problems thoroughly and quickly
Well-developed research capabilities to perform in-depth qualitative research, including: Reviewing existing research, Planning research goals, Performing qualitative interviews and co-creative design research, Analyzing research observations
Ability to synthesize large amounts of information and distill it down to key findings
Passion for innovation, creativity, and user-centered design
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
Ability to do repetitive bending and stretching
Must be comfortable working with power tools
Proficiency in SolidWorks and/or Rhino
Proficiency in KeyShot or equivalent 3D rendering software
Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop
Proficiency in Figma to create and organize project boards

Nice To Haves

Experience with Alias or equivalent surfacing tools is a plus

Responsibilities

Acquire and maintain an in-depth understanding of the technical and functional requirements of a given product
Perform in-depth qualitative research, including reviewing existing research, planning research goals, performing qualitative interviews and co-creative design research, as well as analyzing research observations
Synthesize large amounts of information, distill it down to key findings and argue a point of view persuasively and memorably by leveraging a variety of media, reporting key findings to the Industrial Design Manager
Assist in the conceptualization, design, and development of new products from ideation to production
Develop 3D models, sketches and prototypes using CAD software and hand-drawing techniques
Interface with design engineers to ensure conceptual work has solid engineering underpinnings
Engage in brainstorm sessions and produce meaningful ideas and concepts
Assist in the creation of presentations and documentation to communicate design ideas to stakeholders
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineers, marketing, and product management, to ensure designs are feasible and aligned with business goals
Stay updated on industry trends, materials, and manufacturing techniques to apply to design projects
Contribute to the continuous improvement of design processes and standards
Participate in an overall positive and professional group dynamic
Maintain a courteous, professional, and positive interaction with all other Humanscale departments