Senior Industrial Designer

Grizzly Industrial Inc • Bellingham, WA

2h • $43 - $48

About The Position

Grizzly Industrial, Inc. is hiring a creative and innovative Senior Industrial Designer with a refined sense of style and aesthetic finesse. The role leads product design from concept through production, combining user research, mechanical orientation, and a deep understanding of manufacturing processes. The designer will manage multiple projects simultaneously and collaborate with cross-functional teams to bring products to life. Applicants should use their application to showcase storytelling abilities and provide a strong portfolio of previous design work.

Grizzly Industrial, Inc., founded in 1983, is a major U.S. provider of woodworking and metalworking machinery, tools, and related accessories. The company serves industrial production users as well as smaller cabinet and machine shops, and sells through a strong internet and catalog presence. Its culture emphasizes professionalism, collaboration, organization, respect, ethics, integrity, teamwork, high standards, ownership, and results in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Design or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in a corporate or agency setting.
• Expertise in SolidWorks, KeyShot, Adobe Suite, and Microsoft 365.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and documentation.
• Experience with qualitative and quantitative research methods.
• Keen sense of style and ability to create visually appealing designs.
• Ability to create compelling presentations and effectively communicate design concepts.
• Strong interpersonal skills for working effectively with cross-functional teams and building strong working relationships.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing project requirements and work environments.
• Skill in creating compelling narratives to communicate design concepts and the story behind the designs.
• A strong portfolio showcasing previous design work is required to apply.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design process from concept to production, ensuring designs meet user needs and manufacturing requirements.
• Conduct qualitative and quantitative user research to inform design decisions and improve product usability.
• Collaborate with engineers and manufacturing teams on design for manufacturing, ensuring designs are feasible and cost-effective to produce.
• Manage multiple design projects simultaneously and ensure timely delivery and adherence to project goals.
• Create and test prototypes to validate design concepts and make necessary adjustments.
• Develop presentations that communicate design concepts and tell the story behind the designs.
• Work with cross-functional teams, including marketing, engineering, and production, to bring designs to life.
• Prepare detailed design documentation and specifications for manufacturing.

What This Job Offers

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