Industrial Designer

Britten • Traverse City, MI

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Britten Inc. is a world-class event fabricator, partnering with leading brands and agencies to design, engineer, and build high-impact environments that perform in the real world. For 40 years, we’ve combined world-class design thinking with advanced fabrication, printing, and manufacturing capabilities to deliver complex, large-scale experiences; from custom event builds and branded environments to immersive installations that bring campaigns to life. Headquartered in Traverse City, Michigan, Britten is built for execution at the highest level. We take on ambitious, complex work and deliver it from concept through fabrication and final deployment. Our reputation has been earned through a solution-driven mindset, a commitment to precision, and the ability to turn bold ideas into fully realized physical experiences. We are a team of builders, problem-solvers, and collaborators who thrive in fast-paced, high-expectation environments. We believe in craftsmanship, accountability, and doing whatever it takes—together—to deliver work that stands apart. At Britten, we don’t just build what’s been done before. We build what’s next. Learn more at www.britteninc.com

We are looking for a career-minded Industrial Designer to develop innovative designs to support our diverse product offerings. The Industrial Designer will work independently and as a member of the team, developing designs from concept to reality. Additionally, the Industrial Designer will provide design leadership to the organization and its subsidiaries. This position requires a detail-oriented and creative individual. The work involves adapting proven products to new projects and developing new solutions where needed. There is a focus on self-direction, freedom of ideas, and creative solutions. The Industrial Designer position will be rewarding to someone with an aptitude for creativity, leadership and a resourceful mindset. The right candidate will have a professional demeanor and make sound, well thought-out decisions to ensure internal and external client needs are met.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Design preferred or Bachelor's Degree in related engineering or design fields considered with appropriate experience
• Proficient using Rhino and Microsoft Office Products; proficiency in Inventor Pro strongly preferred
• Experience in other CAD software strongly considered
• Proficiency in CAM software and manufacturing processes (e.g., CNC programming and toolpath generation) strongly preferred
• Fabrication, manufacturing, assembly, and/or construction experience preferred
• Sees challenges as opportunities and enjoys discovering solutions to overcome them
• Strong attention to detail
• Positive and professional attitude
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Self-motivated with ability to work independently

Nice To Haves

• background in theatrical scenic design, exhibit design, or museum fabrication a plus, along with working knowledge of materials such as steel, wood, foam, and paint/finish systems

Responsibilities

• Consistently and efficiently developed innovative designs and processes to support the growth of the organization
• Provide design leadership to the organization and its subsidiaries
• Manages the design aspects of a project from start to finish
• Designs client solutions using all Britten product lines to support a wide range of clients, events, and complex projects
• Creates 2D and 3D CAD models and drawings to support the manufacture of products
• Masters Britten Inc software systems, processes and procedures quickly, and consistently shares ideas for improvement
• Continuously seeks out ways to increase the profitability of the organization
• Maintains a high level of respect and communication with internal and external clients
• Has an intimate knowledge of their projects throughout all stages of planning and production
• Utilizes current industry trends, materials, and technologies to provide the client with creative solutions
• Designs themed and branded environments, exhibits, and event activations for the Scenic division
• Produces fabrication-ready shop drawings that translate concept designs into buildable scenic elements
• Collaborates directly with the Scenic fabrication team to ensure designs are constructible and cost-effective
• Supports site surveys, installations, and on-site problem-solving at event and exhibit locations
• Align with and believe in the company core values: We Say Yes, We Hustle, We Think Bigger, We Keep Promises, We Build People Up
• Please note this job description is not designed to be exclusive or exhaustive and the post holder will be required to undertake such tasks as may reasonably be expected within the scope of the position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance coverage options
• 401K with employer match of contribution (Employer match equal to 50% of contributions to the plan, up to 6% of employee’s pay)
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (Full time employees)
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance-company provided
• Reimbursement for safety glasses and/or work boots (if position requires and qualifies)
• Company provided safety, skill development and/or leadership training opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level