Industrial Designer Jobs in California

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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Senior Product Designer, Global Jordan, Kids Footwear

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 6 hours ago

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR We are looking for an amazing Senior Footwear Designer for the Jordan Streetwear Kids Footwear Product Design Team....

TicketManager

Product Designer

but not required Insanely curious and data-driven Familiarity with responsive design and designing for mobile-first environments Proven UI design skill with a strong portfolio Experience in creating wireframes...

Staff Product Designer

  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 hours ago

Our designers come from a diverse set of skills and background - design systems, visual, interaction, content, and product design....

Product Designer

  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 3 hours ago

Product Designer Our Vision WindBorne Systems is building a planetary nervous system. Atmospheric data is the biggest missing piece to improving modern forecasts - we fuse data from our...

UX Product Designer - San Jose (Onsite Role)

  • San Jose, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 8 hours ago

Solid understanding of user-centered design principles, interaction design, and responsive design. Experience in conducting user research and usability testing....

Principal Product Designer

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 13 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 13 hours ago

Design Leadership & Mentorship Act as a coach and mentor within the Product Design organization, elevating design quality, processes, and team impact....

Technical Designer

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 18 hours ago

At SKIMS, were setting new standards in the fashion industry with our innovative and inclusive approach to design. We are looking for a highly skilled Technical Designer to join our team and bring...

Prototype Engineer (5 Axis Mill & Lathe)

  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • 22 hours ago

Create a safe and clean work environment Forklift and Rigging Qualifications 5+ years experience in aerospace or similar precision machining industry Strong background in CAD and CAM - NX preferred, Solidworks...

Principal Product Designer, Yahoo Search

  • Moffett Field, CA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Moffett Field, CA
  • 22 hours ago

design experience or related field....

Senior Product Designer

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 23 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 23 hours ago

You will report to our Product Design Lead....

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Senior Product Designer, Partner WorkspacesNew

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago

New Senior Product Designer, Partner Workspaces San Francisco, United States Who Are We? Postman is the world's leading API platform, used by more than 35 million developers and 500,000...

Staff Product Designer, Retail

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago

You will report to the Head of New Verticals Design on our Consumer team in our Product Design organization....

Senior Associate Level Product Designer - eData.xd

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago

design by: Working with researchers to understand customer needs and define opportunities through usability and empathy studies Creating process and user flows, wireframes, journey maps and interaction...

Industrial Design Engineer 3

  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 1 day ago

Maxonic maintains a close and long-term relationship with our direct client. In support of their needs, we are looking for a Industrial Design Engineer 3. Job Description: Job Title: Industrial...

Technical Designer for Interior Design Firm

  • Pasadena, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Pasadena, CA
  • 1 day ago

We are a small interior design company located just outside of Pasadena looking to hire a technical designer for an independent contractor position. This is a flexible position with the...

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Salary for Industrial Designer Jobs in California

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

Highest Education Level

Industrial Designers in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
50.9%
Master's Degree
24.3%
Associate's Degree
13.4%
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 in California
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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