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Vishal | 224-507-1278

Title: Senior Industrial Designer

Location: Charlotte, NC

Duration: 4 Months

Description:

Hours: 30 hours per week (hybrid)

All candidates submitted must provide a link to their portfolio for the hiring team to review.

Travel: Minor travel (domestic and international)

Position Overview:

Client Optical Communications is seeking an experienced and talented Industrial Designer / Design Engineer to join a global design team. You will collaborate with mechanical engineers, manufacturing experts, product line managers, and other stakeholders to deliver high-quality, market-ready designs that uphold our brand's integrity, meet customer needs and adhere to our technical standards.

You will be supporting the design efforts for a wide range of products including connectors, adaptors, testing devices, fiber housings, wireless terminals, splice cassettes, as well as the accompanying tools, accessories, and packaging.

Qualifications: - Degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, or a related field - 5+ years of product development experience

How you will make a difference: - Assist in the conceptualization and iterative development of innovative fiber optic hardware solutions for all market segments. - Create 3D models and prototypes that demonstrate functionality and/or appearance. - Enjoy being hands-on and getting into the field to look for insights. - Participate in brainstorming sessions and design reviews to contribute ideas and feedback to the global design team. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align design intent with project objectives and business goals throughout the project. - Prepare detailed design documentation and presentation materials. - Train, educate and advise on industry best practices for Visual Language, Design Thinking and UX/UI. - Execute packaging and label graphics that align with current standards.

Skills for your success: - Strong communication skills - designers must have the ability to clearly communicate design intent through written, drawn, and verbal direction to a diverse audience. - Proficiency in CAD software (experience with CREO is preferred). - Often approach problems from many different angles and challenge the status quo. - Good to strong digital sketching and visual communication skills. - Expert level proficiency in KeyShot and Adobe Creative Cloud. - Solid understanding of materials, manufacturing processes, and engineering principles. - High personal standard for detail and craftsmanship. - Dynamic in collaborative environments with the ability to deliver constructive feedback diplomatically. - Naturally curious and inquisitive about how and why things work with a willingness to try and fail at something new. - Able to execute within an established visual brand language across a broad portfolio. - Effective organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines. - Natural interest in sustainability, AI, generative design, and cutting-edge design tools. - Familiar with DFM/A. - Advanced understanding of human factors and ergonomics. - Additional experience or training in UX is a plus.

Work Environment: - Office conditions with regular computer and phone usage. - Light physical effort equal to frequent lifting or moving of lightweight materials. - Infrequent visits to manufacturing facilities, labs, and in the field, where personal protective equipment or PPE is required.