Industrial Designer (Indefinite US Work Authorization Required)

Crown Equipment • New Bremen, OH

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About The Position

Crown Equipment Corporation is seeking a talented Industrial Designer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the research, conceptualization, and development of a superior user experience for the company's products. This involves assisting a lead designer and collaborating with other designers and disciplines. The role includes conducting research to discover and analyze user insights and product requirements, conceptualizing innovative products, creating 3D CAD models, and supporting engineering and manufacturing processes. The position requires working fully onsite.

Requirements

• Bachelor degree in Industrial Design.
• 2 years of Industrial Design work experience.
• Good 2D sketching/visual communication, written communication, verbal communication, and interpersonal skills.
• 3D modeling and CAD skills.
• Good analytical research, creative problem solving and Design skills.
• Ability to acquire lift truck license.
• Reliable transportation to travel locally between company locations during scheduled workday.
• Work samples must exhibit strong industrial design skills -- Include portfolio link with application.

Nice To Haves

• 4 or more years of Industrial Design work experience strongly preferred.
• Intuitive and highly creative thinking with ability to apply insights in practical product terms.
• Foundational knowledge of Human Factors.
• Good knowledge of Materials and Processes.
• Work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team environment with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the research, conceptualization, and development of a superior user experience for the company's products.
• Discover, analyze and synthesize user insights and product requirements that lead to innovative, differentiated products and experiences.
• Perform research and/or testing, including on-site data collection in customer facilities via observing, interviewing, and recording.
• Compile and present results to team members and management.
• Attend trade shows and professional events to keep current with trends.
• Conceptualize new and innovative products and experiences, including creating aspects of form, aesthetics and physical/psychological interfaces.
• Create sketches, renderings and models as necessary to convey design intent and resolve basic usability.
• Determine material, construction, mechanisms, shape, color, surface finish and manufacturing processes in cooperation with Engineering and Manufacturing.
• Create 3-dimensional CAD models of appearance parts.
• Validate surface geometry with rapid prototype samples.
• Review CAD files, engineering drawings, tooling, prototypes and production parts to ensure that design intent is maintained.
• Communicate design intent and appearance quality standards with engineering and manufacturing.
• Assist with project documentation, product photography, training/assisting other designers/students, and performing other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health/Dental/Vision/Prescription Drug Plan.
• Flexible Benefits Plan.
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan.
• Life and Disability Benefits.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Paid Holidays.
• Paid Vacation.
• Tuition Reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees