Position Summary: Industrial Designer I supports all Snap-on Business Units to design products aligned with product development goals. The primary function of the role is to lead the design of products with the guidance of an Industrial Design Manager and Product Managers, while also interfacing with customers to gather insights using the established stage-gate Innovation process.
This associate supports product design, ergonomic development and branding consistency across all brands within Snap-on.
KEY TASKS Lead the design of products from inception through commercialization, working with various Business Units and Snap-on partners Regularly interface with end-users to develop customer insights and, ultimately, new product ideas Execute on objectives and project plans in line with Business Unit goals and customer needs Contribute to guiding product branding, ergonomic development and usability across all Snap-on Brands Consistently review project plans, schedules, progress, expenditures and priorities to ensure goals are being met Regularly interface with Engineering, Marketing, and Product Management teams REQUIREMENTS Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Design 0-2 years of professional experience A design portfolio must be submitted for consideration ATTRIBUTES People Related Excellent oral and written communication skills Flexible and able to work within cross-functional teams Cursory knowledge of ethnographic research practices Technical 3D modeling proficiency; Solidworks or Fusion360 preferred 2D sketching/rendering proficiency; Adobe Suite: Photoshop and Illustrator preferred 3D rendering proficiency; Keyshot preferred Demonstrates a basic knowledge of UI/UX development Foundational knowledge of engineering and manufacturing practices Other Free-hand sketching Digital sketching/rendering Innovative/creative minded Hands-on prototyping skills Time management Adaptable to change Some travel required ACCOUNTABILITIES Design quality Adherence to Visual Brand Language Manufacturability Product innovation Project schedules
