Senior Industrial Designer Job at Apptronik in Austin

We're seeking an Industrial Designer to help shape the future of robotics. We're looking for individuals with a multidisciplinary skillset, who are passionate about working at the forefront of an entirely new industry. As an integral part of a growing design team, you'll collaborate with departments from across the organization to set a precedent for what a humanoid robot should be, who it should serve and execute on a collective vision.

Responsibilities:

• Concept generation and ideation through 2D or 3D sketching, modeling and rendering.
• Developing concepts into refined CAD design data.
• Collaborate with engineering departments to iterate on and validate design concepts, offer creative solutions to complex problems and add refinement to tightly constrained structural components.
• Take a considered and strategic approach to design by working with departments across the organization to understand and develop product and user requirements.
• Create 3D printed prototypes of concepts for evaluation, critique and further development.
• Produce high-quality renders that aid in decision-making, as well as expressing your vision to the team and wider business.

Skills and Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, or equivalent field of study.
• 7+ years of Industrial/Product Design experience, ideally within the manufacturing or robotics industry
• Proven experience in industrial design with a strong portfolio showcasing tasteful, innovative and user-centric designs.
• Excellent concept generation and ideation skills.
• Proficiency in CAD software such as Fusion, Alias, Solidworks or equivalent.
• Strong 3D rendering skills (in tools such as Keyshot, Blender, Unreal Engine or equivalent) in order to visualize and communicate design proposals.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and their implications on design.

Nice to Have:

• Experience working alongside engineers on complex electromechanical products.
• A self-starter with experience working in fast-paced startup environments.
• Experience working in the robotics industry.

Perks:

• Competitive salary with benefits.
• Highly motivating equity incentive package.
• Optional hybrid work schedule (i.e. work from home in some capacity).
• Flexible working hours policy.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Open paid time off (PTO).
• 401K plan.