Senior Industrial Designer

Who We AreAs one of the fastest-growing on-the-go drinkware companies in America, we’ve got a reputation for doing great things. Our vision is simple - bring delight to eating and drinking.Delight is different to everyone. Whether it’s the perfect cup of coffee, or a water bottle that helps you crush your workout, our mission is to make it look great, function perfectly and cost less than you’d expect.Delivering on this promise takes extraordinary efforts and exceptional people. Our culture combines the scrappy spirit of a startup with the perks of a market leader.We believe the right way to design products starts and ends with two key ingredients: process + people. Process is the path that takes us from ideas to products that are on brand, on time and on budget. People are the secret sauce that adds ingenuity every step of the way.Together, we navigate each day with optimism, curiosity, a healthy sense of humor and a strong allergy to the word “no.” This desire for better, coupled with a deep understanding of consumers’ daily lives, gets us to meaningful delight.About the RoleAs a Senior Industrial Designer at Leapfrog, you will support the creation and development of innovative, user-centered products from concept to completion. This role is crucial for translating consumer insights into functional and aesthetically pleasing designs, collaborating closely with engineering and cross-functional teams to ensure product reliability and cost efficiency. By collaborating with other designers and staying ahead of industry trends, you will drive the integration of new technologies and maintain the company’s design standards, significantly impacting product quality and market success.What You’ll DoConvert broad consumer insights and research into innovative design solutionsEmploy user-centered design principles to create delightful, intuitive, and on-brand designsWork closely with Engineering to develop product specifications, validate prototypes, and ensure reliable performanceSee the successful implementation of major product designs through from concept sketching and presentation, to prototyping and visualization for sales meetings, to production documentation and support assets.Communicate design ideas effectively via sketches, renderings, handmade prototypes, and 3D modelsConduct brainstorming sessions and design reviews to enhance creativity and problem-solvingExploring new trends and technologies, integrating them into both product design and product design processesMaintain and oversee required industrial design documentation, ensuring timely updates and complianceProvide development timeline status and task assignments through project management systemWho You Are6+ years of consumer hardgoods design experience; 2+ years designing for mass retailers (Target, Walmart, Costco, Sam’s, Kroger, etc.) preferredAn Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator wizard with deep understanding of the toolsExpertise in Keyshot rendering, including experience with custom lighting set ups and manipulation of the material graphExpertise in 3D modeling (Fusion 360 preferred) and mechanical developmentStrong capability in sketching (analog and digital) and form developmentExperience conducting observational research within the context of design concept development projectsPassionate about technology and finding new ways to drive design innovation through use of techDetail oriented with the ability to drive projects from concept through implementation, managing feedback along the wayNuanced understanding of brand guidelines and proven capability to bring concepts from ideation to physical productExcellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with individuals and teams at all levels of the organizationAbility to embrace transparency and adapt to shifting priorities, while learning from each decision and maintaining focus on progressBenefits at Leapfrog15 days Paid Time Off your first year, and an additional day each year thereafter (up to 25 days), as well as company paid sick days, holidays and parental leave optionsMedical, dental, and vision insurance as well as commuter benefits and additional voluntary benefitsAnnual bonus payouts and up to a 5% 401k match for all eligible employeesSummer Fridays - from Memorial Day to Labor Day enjoy half days every FridayNote: Leapfrog is currently operating under a hybrid work model, and this position will report on site to our Lincoln Park office at least 2 days per week. Additional ad-hoc in office days may be required based on business needs. Please do not apply if you are not comfortable with a hybrid work model.Leapfrog Brands is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, training and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and make all employment decisions without regard to any protected status. Please note, we are unable to offer sponsorship or relocation for this position, and all new hires will be required to verify their employment eligibility through the DHS E-Verify program.