Industrial Designer Jobs in Virginia

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

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 1 day 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...

Industrial Designer, Grocery Industrial Design Engineering

  • Arlington, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 3 days 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...

Structural Designer

  • Newport News, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Newport News, VA
  • 3 days ago

Description Leidos/Gibbs and Cox is seeking a Naval Structural Designer to join our organization in Newport News, VA. Gibbs & Cox, a wholly owned subsidiary of Leidos, is the largest independent...

Mechanical Designer IV - Pipe

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 3 days ago

REPORTS TO: Lead Designer SUPERVISES: CAD Drafters, Designer I-III DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES: + Responsible for 2D and 3D drawing development. + Checking drawings created by CAD Drafters and...

Mechanical Designer III - Pipe

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 3 days ago

REPORTS TO: Lead Designer SUPERVISES: CAD Drafters, Designer I-II DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES: + Responsible for 2D and 3D drawing development. + Checking drawings created by CAD Drafters and...

Senior Product Designer

  • Richmond, VA
  • 4 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 4 days 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...

Sr. Mechanical Designer

  • Staunton, VA
  • 9 days ago
  • Staunton, VA
  • 9 days ago

Gain knowledge of design and manufacturing practices, processes, and Daikin products. Demonstrate an understanding of legacy bill of material systems and product structuring logic....

Structural Designer

  • Arlington, VA
  • 10 days ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 10 days ago

Company Description Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. No sponsorship is available for this position. Syracuse, NY Binghamton, NY Arlington,...

Sr Product Designer - Commerce Content

  • Herndon, VA
  • 12 days ago
  • Herndon, VA
  • 12 days ago

User-Centered Design: Champion user-centric design principles and user experience research to ensure designs are grounded in real user needs and behavioral insights....

Professional Digital Product Designer

  • McLean, VA
  • 14 days ago
  • McLean, VA
  • 14 days ago

Participate in user research activities, such as usability testing, interviews, and surveys, to gather insights and refine design solutions....

Industrial Design Engineer, GES NA Ops Engineering

  • Arlington, VA
  • 14 days ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 14 days ago

Global Engineering Services (GES) NA Ops Engineering is searching for an innovative and solutions-oriented engineering project leader to lead initiative of developing and delivering next...

Principal Associate, Product Designer

  • McLean, VA
  • 15 days ago
  • McLean, VA
  • 15 days ago

At least 5 years of experience with design and prototyping tools, such as Figma....

Industrial Design Engineer

  • Arlington, VA
  • 16 days ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 16 days ago

Amazon created one of the most sophisticated supply chains in the world. From the introduction of Amazon Prime, to the use of advanced technology for package delivery, Amazon consistently drives...

Lead Product Designer

  • Richmond, VA
  • 16 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 16 days ago

design methods across the full UX lifecycle Great understanding of information hierarchy and design patterns: You should be able to produce quality designs (we use Figma) Used to working collaboratively...

Experienced Structural Designer -- Nuclear Support

  • Richmond, VA
  • 17 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 17 days ago

As a member of the structural design team, this position will offer you the opportunity to work with multi-disciplined engineering and design project teams in developing structural physical layout...

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Salary for Industrial Designer Jobs in Virginia

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

Highest Education Level

Industrial Designers in Virginia 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 in Virginia
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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