Industrial Designer
Gensler - New York, New York, us, 10261Work at Gensler
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Overview
Your Role
As an Industrial Designer working within our Product Development practice, you will participate in the entire product design process - from visioning to conceptual design to design development to validation. Throughout this process, you will maintain a continuous dialogue with the Gensler design team and the manufacturer.
What You Will Do
Support the Product Development practice area in the firm's Northeast region by working with multiple teams inside and outside of Gensler to create new products for the built environment (including furniture, seating, wall systems, lighting, flooring, washroom equipment, and hardware)Research and evaluate the competitive landscapeFacilitate and participate in pre-design innovation sessionsMeet with Product Development and Design Directors for briefings and reviewsEvaluate the feasibility of design concepts relative to appearance, performance, safety, code compliance, installation ease, serviceability/maintenance, manufacturability, and cost/price objectivesPrepare sketches, illustrations, renderings, and CAD drawings using computer-aided design equipment and programsRecommend appropriate materials, finishes, and colorsPrepare client presentation documentsParticipate in client presentationsReview prototypes and mock-upsYour Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Design6-10 years of professional Industrial Design experience in relevant product categoriesExcellent written and verbal communication skills (must present ideas and information in a clear, concise, well-organized manner)Well-developed sketching, drawing, visualization, and rendering skillsExpertise in visualization and modeling software programs (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Rhino, Keyshot)Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite applications (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)3D printing and/or model-making experienceUnderstanding of ergonomics and wire managementKnowledge of manufacturing/assembly processes and molding techniquesComputational design experience a plusRevit proficiency a plusProject management experience a plusDemonstrated curiosity, creativity, energy, and enthusiasm a must
**The base salary range will be estimated between $80,000-$95,000 plus bonuses and benefits and contingent on relevant experience.
Life at Gensler
At Gensler, we are as committed to enjoying life as we are to delivering best-in-class design. From curated art exhibits to internal design competitions to "Well-being Week," our offices reflect our people's diverse interests.
We encourage every person at Gensler to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401k, profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice annual bonus opportunities. Our annual base salary range has been established based on local markets.
As part of the firm's commitment to licensure and professional development, Gensler offers reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees. In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes. We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future.