Newell Brands
Principal Industrial Designer, Visualization
Newell Brands, Kalamazoo, Michigan, United States, 49006
Newell Brands is a leading $8.5B consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Graco®, Coleman®, Oster®, Rubbermaid® and Sharpie®, and 28,000 talented employees around the world. Our high-performance culture, unparalleled curiosity about the world around us, and talented people fuel our success. Our culture is enabled through our core values which guide all we do and how we win as One Newell. They are Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership & Leadership.
Summary: The Principal Industrial Designer with a focus on Concept and Product Visualization is a creative and versatile professional responsible for producing high-quality visual content across various digital media. This role leverages AI & traditional technologies to product and enhance the visualization of our product designs, improve efficiency, and create new workflows in the design process. The successful candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver AI-enhanced multimedia content that supports the company’s marketing and communication strategies. The ability to create industry leading visual assets is a foundational tenant to this role.
Responsibilities:
-Use 3D CAD and Generative AI tools to produce high-quality digital renderings and visualizations for products, concepts, and marketing materials, ensuring photorealistic quality and innovative designs.
-Create captivating visuals and animations that communicate design intent and product narrative.
-Design and produce animations for use in videos, websites, presentations, and other digital platforms, leveraging AI for faster production and advanced effects.
-Create interactive media elements, such as animated infographics, interactive presentations, and web animations, using AI to enhance user engagement and interactivity.
-Support AI-driven initiatives and help identify areas where AI can enhance Design processes.
-Research and recommend AI tools to integrate into Design workflows.
-Participate in training sessions on AI tools and continuously develop skills to leverage these tools effectively.
-Plan and share visual development workflow, identifying opportunities and gaps.
-Present to cross-functional leadership, sharing updates and best practices.
-Promote AI benefits within the design team, participating in workshops and presentations.
-Coach, teach and advocate for world class presentation technique across the business.
-Help position the company as an innovator in AI-driven design by showcasing successful AI projects.
Qualifications:
-Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Design or Visual Arts with 7+ years of relevant experience.
-7+ years of experience in Industrial Design and/or executing digital commercial assets for email, websites, and social media.
-Proven track record of producing high-quality multimedia content across various media platforms, with experience using AI tools preferred.
-Strong attention to detail and a keen eye for aesthetics and visual composition, with AI assisting in maintaining high standards.
3-D Design: Experience with 3D design and modeling software such as Blender, SolidWorks, Rhino, Unreal Engine and Keyshot with AI tools for 3D content creation.
-Skills in photography and photo editing, with AI for automated editing and enhancements.
-Proven ability to drive efficiency in design process and demonstrated evidence of operational awareness.
-Practical knowledge of Ai tools – Text to image, image to image, and image to 3D software
-Highly detail-oriented and passionate about design, with a solid understanding of industry trends and marketplace.
-Strong written, verbal, and visual communication skills. Strong presentation skills.
-Expertise in facilitating group discussions, managing group dynamics, and guiding teams toward actionable outcomes.
-Proactive and action oriented. Comfortable with ambiguity
-Pragmatic with excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
-Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to demonstrate passion for a brand, drive consensus, and foster creative collaboration.
-Team player with enthusiasm, working directly with both internal and external partners in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
-Appetite for learning and taking on new challenges.
-Hands-on understanding of front-end development and responsive design preferred.
-Able to travel at least once per quarter
-Ability to translate ideas using 3D modelling programs
_Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands, including Rubbermaid, Sharpie, Graco, Coleman, Rubbermaid Commercial Products, Yankee Candle, Paper Mate, FoodSaver, Dymo, EXPO, Elmer’s, Oster, NUK, Spontex and Campingaz. We are focused on delighting consumers by lighting up everyday moments. Newell Brands and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.
Summary: The Principal Industrial Designer with a focus on Concept and Product Visualization is a creative and versatile professional responsible for producing high-quality visual content across various digital media. This role leverages AI & traditional technologies to product and enhance the visualization of our product designs, improve efficiency, and create new workflows in the design process. The successful candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver AI-enhanced multimedia content that supports the company’s marketing and communication strategies. The ability to create industry leading visual assets is a foundational tenant to this role.
Responsibilities:
-Use 3D CAD and Generative AI tools to produce high-quality digital renderings and visualizations for products, concepts, and marketing materials, ensuring photorealistic quality and innovative designs.
-Create captivating visuals and animations that communicate design intent and product narrative.
-Design and produce animations for use in videos, websites, presentations, and other digital platforms, leveraging AI for faster production and advanced effects.
-Create interactive media elements, such as animated infographics, interactive presentations, and web animations, using AI to enhance user engagement and interactivity.
-Support AI-driven initiatives and help identify areas where AI can enhance Design processes.
-Research and recommend AI tools to integrate into Design workflows.
-Participate in training sessions on AI tools and continuously develop skills to leverage these tools effectively.
-Plan and share visual development workflow, identifying opportunities and gaps.
-Present to cross-functional leadership, sharing updates and best practices.
-Promote AI benefits within the design team, participating in workshops and presentations.
-Coach, teach and advocate for world class presentation technique across the business.
-Help position the company as an innovator in AI-driven design by showcasing successful AI projects.
Qualifications:
-Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Design or Visual Arts with 7+ years of relevant experience.
-7+ years of experience in Industrial Design and/or executing digital commercial assets for email, websites, and social media.
-Proven track record of producing high-quality multimedia content across various media platforms, with experience using AI tools preferred.
-Strong attention to detail and a keen eye for aesthetics and visual composition, with AI assisting in maintaining high standards.
3-D Design: Experience with 3D design and modeling software such as Blender, SolidWorks, Rhino, Unreal Engine and Keyshot with AI tools for 3D content creation.
-Skills in photography and photo editing, with AI for automated editing and enhancements.
-Proven ability to drive efficiency in design process and demonstrated evidence of operational awareness.
-Practical knowledge of Ai tools – Text to image, image to image, and image to 3D software
-Highly detail-oriented and passionate about design, with a solid understanding of industry trends and marketplace.
-Strong written, verbal, and visual communication skills. Strong presentation skills.
-Expertise in facilitating group discussions, managing group dynamics, and guiding teams toward actionable outcomes.
-Proactive and action oriented. Comfortable with ambiguity
-Pragmatic with excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
-Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to demonstrate passion for a brand, drive consensus, and foster creative collaboration.
-Team player with enthusiasm, working directly with both internal and external partners in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
-Appetite for learning and taking on new challenges.
-Hands-on understanding of front-end development and responsive design preferred.
-Able to travel at least once per quarter
-Ability to translate ideas using 3D modelling programs
_Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands, including Rubbermaid, Sharpie, Graco, Coleman, Rubbermaid Commercial Products, Yankee Candle, Paper Mate, FoodSaver, Dymo, EXPO, Elmer’s, Oster, NUK, Spontex and Campingaz. We are focused on delighting consumers by lighting up everyday moments. Newell Brands and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.