Product Designer

Umbra•Scarborough, ON

16d•Onsite

About The Position

Umbra is seeking a Product Designer to contribute to the development of innovative, manufacturable products across a range of categories. This role focuses on supporting product design projects from concept through production, contributing ideas, and delivering strong execution aligned with Umbra's design vision and business goals. You will work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with cross-functional teams and external vendors to bring products to market. This role is ideal for a designer with strong creative thinking, technical skills, and design judgment.

Requirements

Efficient & Adaptable - Able to manage multiple projects and shifting priorities while maintaining quality
Team Player - Strong communication, collaboration, and listening skills
Experience using AI tools to support workflows and design tasks
Working knowledge of SolidWorks (Onshape is a plus)
Ability to create and edit 2D graphics for products and presentations
Ability to contribute original design ideas
Model-making or shop mock-up experience
Understanding of production process (molding, casting, fabrication)
Experience working with materials such as plastics, metals, ceramics, and textiles)
Portfolio should demonstrate Experience contributing to products from concept to production (or production-ready outcomes)
Portfolio should demonstrate Strong design process, including ideation, iteration, and problem-solving
Portfolio should demonstrate Clear articulation of your contributions within each project
Portfolio should demonstrate High-quality execution in CAD, form development, and presentation
Portfolio should include at least one example showing how you used AI tools, clearly explaining: Which AI tool(s) were used, How the tool was applied within the workflow, What problem it helped solve or how it improved efficiency, quality, or output
4-8+ years of experience in product / industrial design
Experience contributing to projects across multiple stages of development
Experience working with manufacturers, vendors, and cross-functional teams
Degree in Industrial Design or a related field
Entrepreneurial, proactive, and solution-oriented mindset
Comfortable taking direction and contributing to team success
Time management
Attention to detail
Ability to communicate design related intent clearly

Nice To Haves

Onshape is a plus
Model-making or shop mock-up experience
Understanding of production process (molding, casting, fabrication)
Experience working with materials such as plastics, metals, ceramics, and textiles)

Responsibilities

Contribute to product design projects from concept to production
Support concept development and explore product ideas aligned with Umbra's brand
Develop design solutions across form, function, materials, and user experience
Translate requirements into manufacturable design outcomes
Collaborate with engineering, sourcing, marketing, and vendors
Prepare production-ready 2D/3D files and documentation
Ensure designs are feasible and aligned with manufacturing constraints
Participate in design reviews and contribute team feedback
Collaborate with designers as needed