Industrial Designer Jobs

An Industrial Designer in the manufacturing engineering industry plays a crucial role in the creation and development of new products. They are responsible for developing concepts and designs for manufactured products, such as automobiles, home appliances, and toys. Their work involves extensive research on product use, ergonomics, materials, marketing and production methods to create functional, innovative, and aesthetically pleasing products. They collaborate closely with engineers, market researchers, and other professionals to ensure the feasibility and marketability of the designs.

To be successful in this role, an Industrial Designer should have a strong understanding of CAD (Computer-Aided Design) software, excellent sketching abilities, and a keen eye for detail. Knowledge in industrial materials and manufacturing processes is also important. They should possess strong problem-solving skills and be able to work collaboratively with engineers and other professionals. A Bachelor's degree in Industrial Design, Engineering, or a related field is usually required, and a portfolio of design work is often essential when applying for positions. Certifications from recognized institutions such as the Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA) could also be beneficial. Individuals aspiring to become Industrial Designers may start their careers as Design Assistants or Junior Designers, or they might have roles in related fields such as Mechanical Engineering or Product Development.

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GEIGER

Model Maker

  • GEIGER
  • Hildebran, NC
  • 9 days ago
  • GEIGER
  • Hildebran, NC
  • 9 days ago

Why join us? If you're looking for a fulfilling manufacturing career, you've come to the right place. At Geiger, we're searching for dedicated manufacturing talent to support our business growth....

Staff Product Designer

  • AZ
  • 6 hours ago
  • AZ
  • 6 hours ago

.- Build and develop user flows, wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs to communicate solutions to cross-functional partners.- Create and execute A/B tests to drive experimentation and iteration...

Remote Work

GenAI Principal Product Designer , Yahoo Finance

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 6 hours ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 6 hours ago

Ability to lead user experience design, including usability principles, user research methodology, testing techniques (A/B, Multi-Variant), design theory, and interaction design....

Senior Product Designer

  • Washington, DC
  • 6 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 6 hours ago

. + Advocate user-centered design perspectives for your areas of focus that are informed by business needs and technical feasibility. + Provide consistency in approach, and integrity in usability and...

Looking For_______UX Product Designer (W2 Position)

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 6 hours ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 6 hours ago

design 3 years of experience as a UX practitioner with a background in user experience design, interaction design or similar Experience working closely with developers from inception through implementation...

Senior Product Designer

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 6 hours ago

Senior WMD Subject Matter Expert CACI Today Top Secret/SCI Unspecified Polygraph Charlottesville, VA (ON-SITE/OFFICE) Senior WMD Subject Matter Expert Job Category: Engineering Time Type: Full...

Product Designer

  • Washington, DC
  • 7 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 7 hours ago

. + Conduct user research and usability testing to inform and refine designs. + Support both short- and long-term design strategies across the product lifecycle. + Provide design reviews and mentor...

UI UX Product Designer

  • TX
  • 7 hours ago
  • TX
  • 7 hours ago

Are you looking to help transform a company and an industry? As a Stewart employee, you'll be joining a company that is committed to helping you own, develop, and nurture your career while growing...

Senior Product Designer

  • Salem, MA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Salem, MA
  • 7 hours ago

Advocate user-centered design perspectives for your areas of focus that are informed by business needs and technical feasibility....

Product Designer, Promotions

  • New York, NY
  • 7 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 7 hours ago

engineers, researchers, and senior designers to create intuitive and engaging features that enhance the overall customer experience.- Participate in user research and data analysis, translating insights...

Remote Work

Sr./Staff Product Designer - AI Platform [31321]

  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 7 hours ago

You have strong visual and interaction design skills and a deep knowledge of best practices....

Junior Product Designer

  • Tempe, AZ
  • 7 hours ago
  • Tempe, AZ
  • 7 hours ago

principles to business and user problems.- 1 year of experience contributing to user research and supporting design projects.- 1 year of experience using tools like Figma effectively.- 1 year of experience...

Structural Designer

  • Lockport, LA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Lockport, LA
  • 7 hours ago

Structural Designer Lockport, LA 70374 Posted: 04/11/2025 Industry: Engineering & Design Job Number: 44952757 JOB DESCRIPTION CTR Group is seeking a Structural Designer local to the Lockport, LA...

Industrial Designer, Grocery Industrial Design Engineering

  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 hours ago

Industrial Design Implementation Engineering (IDIE) is seeking an experienced Sr. Architectural Designer to join the Design Engineering team. Our team works on pilot building projects for Whole...

Sr. Product Designer

  • San Mateo, CA
  • 7 hours ago
  • San Mateo, CA
  • 7 hours ago

At WisdomAI, we're focused on simplifying how businesses leverage their data for decision making. We're building a platform that allows individuals to ask questions from their business data in...

Industrial Designer Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Industrial Biotechnology and Industrial Fermentation
Learn how to design and construct sustainable manufacturing networks based on industrial biotechnology in order to support the transition from a fossil-based to a bio-based and circular economy....
Industrial Biotechnology
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Salary for Industrial Designer Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireManufacturingEngineers research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Industrial Designers offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
50.9%
Master's Degree
24.5%
Associate's Degree
13.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
5.1%
High School or GED
3.6%
Doctorate Degree
1.8%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Industrial Designers
2-4 years
42.3%
Less than 1 year
29.5%
6-8 years
11.2%
4-6 years
6.7%
8-10 years
4.3%
None
3.4%
10+ years
2.6%



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