Product Designer (Acoustics)

UPLIFT Desk•Austin, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At UPLIFT Desk, we’re not just building ergonomic workstations—we’re shaping how people work and live. As the ecommerce industry leader in height-adjustable desks, we’ve grown by delivering innovative, customer-focused solutions that promote health, productivity, and well-being. Our success is rooted in our core values: Customer Obsession, Innovation, Accountability, and Results Oriented. UPLIFT Desk is seeking an Acoustics Product Designer to lead the design and development of our acoustic product line. This role is responsible for creating functional, manufacturable, and visually cohesive sound-absorbing solutions that enhance modern workspaces. You will own the full design lifecycle from concept through production, combining strong industrial design expertise with a deep understanding of acoustic performance, materials, and manufacturability. Portfolio required with application.

Requirements

5+ years of product design experience, with a focus on acoustic products or similar categories
Strong proficiency in SolidWorks and visualization tools (KeyShot, Adobe Creative Suite)
Solid understanding of acoustic principles, including sound absorption and diffusion
Experience designing for manufacturing, including materials, cost, and scalability considerations
Portfolio demonstrating strong design thinking, material exploration, and execution

Nice To Haves

Experience designing modular systems or workspace products
Knowledge of sustainable or recycled materials (e.g., PET felt, acoustic composites)
Experience working with global manufacturers or suppliers
Familiarity with installation systems or hardware design
Awareness of workplace or interior design trends
Experience with acoustic panels, architectural systems, or furniture preferred

Responsibilities

Lead the design and development of acoustic products from concept through production
Define and evolve the design language of the acoustic product line
Create 3D models, prototypes, and production-ready designs
Research and test materials for acoustic performance, durability, and cost
Design modular and user-friendly installation systems
Ensure products meet structural, manufacturing, and cost requirements
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering and sourcing
Identify and evaluate manufacturing partners
Monitor market trends and competitor products to inform and evolve product strategy
Deliver production-ready CAD and engineering documentation

Benefits

A merit-based environment that rewards growth and accomplishment regardless of seniority
Generous paid time off
4% 401K company matching with instant vesting (after one year)
Excellent group health insurance available to employees and dependents, including domestic partners (medical plan, 2 dental plans, and a vision plan to choose from)
Flexible spending account (FSA) for health care and child care costs
Company-paid & Supplementary Life Insurance; Long-term & Short-term disability
Free UPLIFT Desk (after one year)
50% discount on all UPLIFT products
Free healthy (and not so healthy) snacks and drinks
On-the-job training and skills development
A supportive and engaging work culture that promotes healthy living