Industrial Designer Salary in Chicago, IL

Career Area: Marketing Job Description: Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do - but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here - we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it. Job Summary: The candidate would be responsible for managing the development of creative concepts, working with all functions within the Creative group at Ironworks-developing and delivering compelling content that consistently meets business objectives while exceeding client expectations. The right person is also expected to confidently present compelling ideas to colleagues and clients internally, influencing decision-making, and promoting cross-functional collaboration within Ironworks. The candidate would be heavily involved in creative strategy, scoping, and brief writing as well as all stages of creative development, review, and approval-from concept to quality control to completion. If being a "doer," "creator," and "influencer" sounds like you and you have a killer portfolio that showcases your ability to deliver best-in-class creative solutions, then we want to hear from you! Manage creative projects from start to finish including concept, application, art direction, creative execution and delivery. What You Will Do: Develop effective environmental wayfinding strategies and designs. Conceptualize innovative spatially integrated brand experiences. Determine form and functionality for environmental features. Consult with architects on optimal locations and specifications for design elements. Determine creative direction for signage, displays, and other features. Leverage research insights on target audiences to inform aesthetic and experiential choices. Oversee and provide art direction through fabrication and installation. Partner with internal and external stakeholders to envision creative designs. Outline comprehensive design/build plans and detailed specifications. Travel to oversee quality execution per plans and creative vision. Lead creative presentations and pitches to clients. Oversee complete design lifecycles across multiple concurrent projects. Help establish proposals, estimates, and work with external vendors on cost efficiencies. Create informative and entertaining graphics, photographs, audio, video, and other visual elements for visual communication media within the field. Adhere to the company's brand voice. Act as a resource/contact for brand issues. Collaborate with marketing and creative teams to conceptualize projects, write briefs, obtain materials, finalize designs, and frequently communicate the status of all projects with clients and stakeholders. Be a valuable partner with the Strategy and Project Management teams to ensure that all work delivers on the creative brief Oversees the work of other designers and producers. Determine the overall style in which a message is communicated visually to its audience. What You Will Have: Customer Focus: Knowledge of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and ability to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions. Collaborating: Knowledge of collaborative techniques; ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner. Creativity: Knowledge of the approaches, tools, and techniques for promoting creative, original thinking and ability to apply it to a variety of business situations. Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors. Relationship Management: Knowledge of relationship management techniques; ability to establish and maintain healthy working relationships with clients, vendors, and peers. Vendor/Supplier Management: Knowledge of external provider management processes and ability to effectively manage the business relationship with external providers (e.g. vendors, service providers, contractors, consultants and suppliers). Promotion and Marketing Communications: Knowledge of different promotional and marketing communication techniques; ability to use different marketing channels and tools in combination to focus on how a business communicates a message to the market. Considerations For Top Candidates: Bachelor's degree or relevant design experience. Expert in brand development and integration of corporate brand voice and messaging. Expert with Adobe Creative Cloud and MS Office Suite tools. Outstanding portfolio demonstrating originality and innovation. Excellent communication, presentation, and coordination skills. Detail and quality focused with ability to multitask seamlessly. Passionate about team collaboration and autonomous creative direction. What You Will Get: Working with a Fortune 100 leader, you can build your career on a global scale and take advantage of development opportunities with emerging technologies. We've created an inclusive environment for you to explore your passions, make an impact and do the work that really matters. Join Us. Additional Information: This position is open for remote for the right candidate. #LI #BI About Caterpillar Caterpillar Inc. is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we've been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed. You will leverage exceptional creative talent and project leadership to develop captivating experiences. If this aligns with your skills, apply now! Summary Pay Range: $95,640.00 - $143,520.00 Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar. Benefits: Annual incentive bonus plan* Medical, dental, and vision coverage Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.) 401k savings plan Health savings account (HSA) Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) Disability benefits Life Insurance Parental leave Healthy Lifestyle Programs Employee Assistance Programs Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts Tuition Reimbursement Career Development *Subject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelines . Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers. Posting Dates: June 14, 2024 - June 21, 2024 Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen. EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply. Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community .

Roles and ResponsibilitiesRead, understand and absorb materials on user needs, mental models, working contexts business and technical requirementsSupport the creation of visualizations that summarize key insights related to user and customer needs and behaviorsSupport participatory design activities (e.g. paper prototype co-creation, card sorting) to understand and validate assumptions about user needs and behaviorsSupport the creation of concepts that respond to the captured validated requirementsCreate annotated prototypes or wireframes of user interface designs that visually and textually communicate the behavior of the software applicationCreate visual designs in Figma and liaise with engineering teams in sprints to see designs through to implementationSupport effective documentation and communication of design - via wireframes, mockups, prototypes, user stories in Rally and ConfluenceReview development and provide feedback to Engineering team as requested. Required QualificationsBachelor's Degree in a relevant design discipline (Interaction Design, UX/UI Design, Industrial Design, Visual Communications or related field) and/or equivalent work experience2-3 years of documented professional work in user experience design Experience with end-to-end development of digital products and solutionsExperience collaborating with diverse and cross-functional teams in a dynamic and global environmentDesired CharacteristicsDemonstrated facility with Agile / Lean UX methodologiesHealthcare industry experience Attention to detail - can create pixel perfect assetsSkilled in standard design & wireframing tools (Figma, Adobe CC), hand drawing and visual communication, time-based and interactive prototyping tools (Figma, Axure)Ability to use generative techniques (sketching, brainstorming, etc.) to establish a variety of possible design scenarios

About UsClayco is a full-service, turnkey real estate development, master planning, architecture, engineering, and construction firm that safely delivers clients across North America the highest quality solutions on time, on budget, and above and beyond expectations. With $5.8 billion in revenue for 2023, Clayco specializes in the "art and science of building," providing fast track, efficient solutions for industrial, commercial, institutional, and residential related building projects.The Role We Want You For Clayco is currently seeking a Construction Administrator will provide project document coordination and recording throughout the Bid, Design, and Construction and Closeout process. Keep in contact with the design team, project management, peer reviewers and subcontractors to determine document flow and responsibility to maintain Clayco procedural standards while customizing and improving on these standards as required by each project.Project specific point person for construction documents including drawings, sketches, specs, contracts and change orders, etc. Logging these documents and distributing to the Project Team. Will be responsible for typically 2 to 6 projects at a time.Requirements:Maintain Electronic Project Files and multiple websites such as PMWeb, PlanGrid, Internal Drive, Building Connected, etc., with current project documents for team use.Type, assemble, organize, file, distribute, etc., Project Meeting Minutes, Bid Packages, Submittal Packages, Drawings, Contracts, Change Orders, etc.Be familiar with RFI's and CSI codeCreate and maintain Distribution Lists.Enter new companies and update company information as necessary.Set up new users in PMWeb, link to projects, assign security.Issue new PMWeb users welcome email package.Assist PM/PE with early records in PMWeb to track buyout and Pre Construction Meetings.Manage workflow customizations for each project as requiredAssist in format and content of project specific reports as requested.Follow up with Subcontractors, Designers, and Suppliers for submittals, executed contracts and change orders, etc.Request, assemble and submit the closeout documents to the owner and to archive.Maintain organized and detailed project record electronic filing of documents and email correspondence.Job Specifications:Experience in the construction industryTwo-year degree in business administration or related associates degree preferred.Excellent computer skills, including document management system, Word, Excel, and Outlook... and willingness to regularly update skillsExcellent communication skills, both oral and written.Excellent listening skills with attention to detail.Excellent and efficient quality of work.Able to be flexible with work hoursWhy Clayco?Best Places to Work - St. Louis Business Journal, Los Angeles Business Journal, Phoenix Business Journal.ENR - Top Midwest Contractors (#1), Top Design-Build Contractors (#4), Top 400 Contractors (#20), ENR - Top Green Builders (#5).

Keurig Dr Pepper is looking for a UX/UI designer who will contribute to defining digital products and experiences that will form the future of the Keurig brand. This individual will bring empathy, creativity, and strategic skills in service of solving complex business challenges and user needs. The team is positioned within the Design & Innovation organization, where we collaborate with other highly skilled designers to bring the holistic vision for the Keurig customer journey to life. In this role, you will support the creation of end-to-end designs that span across multiple user touch points, including brewer interfaces, mobile app, and our e-commerce site. You will work closely with other UX designers, software developers, researchers, marketing, and product management to deliver outstanding customer experiences. Responsibilities Include: Handle the UX/interaction design needs of projects assigned - everything from low fidelity wireframes to high fidelity product, including high fidelity UI. Create project deliverables such as storyboards, flowcharts, wireframes, prototypes, and pixel-perfect designs and relevant specifications. Create compelling presentations and leverage visual storytelling for sharing design work. Leverage and contribute to a design system. Support user research, competitive analysis, and usability testing. Work with cross-functional personnel such as design researchers, industrial designers, product, and software developers to create great product experiences. Provide implementation support to technical teams. Deliver work on-time and on-budget Ensure high performance results of your team by:Fostering a culture of trust and wellbeing that prioritizes the team and values employee contributionsDriving a shared vision with clear goals and accountability, supported by regular conversations to maximize talentEmbracing diverse perspectives to foster innovation, learning from both successes and failuresEstablishing a safe environment where team members are motivated, heard, and aligned with clear expectationsRequirements:• Bachelor's or Master's degree in design, HCI/D, or related fields.• Strong conceptual thinking and problem solving demonstrated in portfolio case studies • Attention to detail and passion for designing within complex systems • Excellent written and spoken communication with ability to defend design choices with clear rationale. • A focus on collaboration and achieving team and business goals • Strong organizational and time management skills to manage multiple projects at a time • A strong sense of empathy to understand and design for multiple user personas • 4+ years of experience as a UX or digital product designer working on consumer-facing software applications on more than one platform (e.g., Web, IoT, iOS, Android). • Proven ability to partner with UX designers, UX researchers, software developers and QA to ensure user needs are met and designs are implemented correctly. • Exceptional portfolio, demonstrating design executed with a high level of refinement. • Experience working in an Agile environment using software management tools (e.g., Confluence, Jira, etc.) • Demonstrated proficiency with user interface design patterns and standard User Centered Design methods. • Mastery of standard design tools such as Figma, Sketch or Adobe Creative Suite and a willingness to learn new tools. • Excellent visual design skills, including a strong understanding of typography, color theory, composition, and creating branded experiences. • Ability to contribute to projects at multiple stages of development Keurig Dr Pepper (NASDAQ: KDP) is a modern beverage company with a bold vision built to deliver growth and opportunity. We operate with a differentiated business model and world-class brand portfolio, powered by a talented and engaged team that is anchored in our values. We work with big, exciting beverage brands and the #1 single-serve coffee brewing system in North America at KDP, and we have fun doing it! Together, we have built a leading beverage company in North America offering hot and cold beverages together at scale. Whatever your area of expertise, at KDP you can be a part of a team that's proud of its brands, partnerships, innovation, and growth. Will you join us? We strive to be an employer of choice, providing a culture and opportunities that empower our team of ~28,000 employees to grow and develop. We offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being. We also provide employee programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development, while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at work.Keurig Dr Pepper is an equal opportunity employer and affirmatively seeks diversity in its workforce. Keurig Dr Pepper recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability or association with a person with a disability, medical condition, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

McDonald's is proud to be one of the most recognized brands in the world, with restaurants in over 100 countries that serve 70 million customers daily.We continue to operate from a position of strength. Our updated growth strategy is focused on staying ahead of what our customers want and realizing further growth potential. Our relentless ambition is why McDonald's remains one of the world's leading corporations after almost 70 years. Joining McDonald's means thinking big and preparing for a career that can have influence around the world.At McDonald's, we see every day as a chance to create positive impact. We lead through our values centered on inclusivity, service, integrity, community and family. From support of Ronald McDonald House Charities to our Youth Opportunity project and sustainability initiatives, our values keep us dedicated to using our scale for good: good for our customers, people, industry and planet. We also offer a broad range ofoutstanding benefits including a sabbatical program, tuition assistance and flexible work arrangements.We are enjoying the flexibility of a hybrid work model, in which employees spend part of their week connecting with co-workers in our state-of-the-art headquarters.Located in the booming West Loop of downtown Chicago, it's set up to be a global hub that cultivates collaboration:Take a class at Hamburger UniversitySample future items in our Test KitchenUtilize the latest technology to connect with your team around the globeWe are an equal opportunity employer committed to the diversity of our crew members, staff, operators, and suppliers. We promote an inclusive work environment that creates feel-good moments for everyone.Job DescriptionThe McDonalds Global Design team is a key part of the Customer Experience team (MCX), which provides user-centered experiences that deliver a cohesive and meaningful experience for customers and crew members around the world.The position requires demonstrable expertise in solutions with strong design work, UX research, design sensibility, and articulate storytelling. This is a hands-on role focused on both product discovery and design objectives. The position involves participating in the entire design lifecycle - conducting user research, translating research data into actionable user flows, customer journey maps, service blueprints, wireframes, and concept testing. The Director, Experience Design will be a key partner to Product Management and Technology leadership to set strategy.Responsibilities:Your attention to detail is renowned, your design and research skills impeccable, and you love putting structure around difficult problems. You thrive on being hands-on and immersive. You look for opportunities to improve the way things work. Your superpower is the ability to make connections across various products to establish a seamless customer experience across all channels.Be an excellent leader giving guidance to design simple, engaging, and intuitive experiences in both web and native/hybrid ecosystems thinking through the physical aspect of an Omnichannel experienceBe the catalyst to push innovative design concepts based on a deep understanding of user needs and business objectives; willingness to try new innovative approaches and iterateUnderstand technical, business, and time limitations, and lead a team that designs within these constraintsLead throughout the entire design process by developing experience principles and service journeys that infuse empathy and creativity that will also inspire and serve as guidance for all other disciplines to deliver towardsLeverage user research and usability tests and ensure the findings are incorporated into design decisionsFacilitate regular design reviews and coach others on how to rationalize and articulate design workObtain buy-in from stakeholders, explaining how design solutions addresses the identify problem/ user needLead complex, multidisciplinary projects from start to finishBalance near term execution and far-term strategic investigations by being a forward looking, innovative thinker that will define north star (ideal) experiencesCommunicate the value of design within a design and business context, and identify the critical design trade-offs to deliver value-add solutionsLead discussions around design principles, standards, and experience guard rails to ensure a cohesive and purposeful end to end digital experience-and create the mechanisms to scale this understanding and adherence (I.e. training designers and operationalizing processes) out to the broader UX team.A solid grasp of user-centered design (UCD), human computer interaction, planning and conducting user research, user testing, rapid prototyping, heuristic analysis, usability and accessibility concernsPart of a multi-disciplinary discovery squad, you will be working to uncover opportunities for product development, identifying, quantifying the value and validating potential solutions with customersQualificationsA Bachelor's degree preferred in a related field (HCI, UX Design, Product Design)10+ years of hands-on experience in digital design (browser + app at minimum)Proficient Figma and research platformsExpertise across all facets of human-centered design and user experience, spanning UX strategy, experience/interaction design, user research, prototyping, and visual designExperience translating qualitative and quantitative data into design decisionsExperience with designing experiences for consumer applications and/or enterprise experiencesSolid understanding of experience design principles and best practicesFlexibility and openness to feedback from cross-functional team membersStrong prioritization, planning and time management skillsAttention to detail and follow throughExcellent verbal and written communication skills; superior at relationship-buildingAbility to think fast and slow and know when to do eachPortfolio or equivalent asset containing examples of digital design solutions and your thought process, success and failures, getting to the outcomeExperience mentoring designersWell versed in facilitation techniques that enable groups to build clarity and alignmentProven ability to lead indirectly and influence without reporting linesUnderstanding of accessibility standardsPreferred:Understanding and knowledge of mobile human interface guidelines (Apple's HIG and Google's Material Design), current possibilities and limitations of hardware and operating systemsMaster's degree in Human Factors, Interaction Design, Industrial Design, Graphic Design, or related technical fieldAdditional InformationMcDonald's is an equal opportunity employer committed to the diversity of our workforce. We promote an inclusive work environment that creates feel-good moments for everyone. McDonald's provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities as part of the application or hiring process or to perform the essential functions of their job. If you need assistance accessing or reading this job posting or otherwise feel you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact [email protected]. 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Job Title: Design Lead - Digital Platforms (Full-time | Hybrid/Remote)Location: Grand Rapids, MI / RemoteAbout Nextpoint DesignNextpoint Design is a digital product design agency based in Grand Rapids, MI. We specialize in customer experience, embedded UI, and mobile and web app design. Our mission is to transform business goals into compelling user experiences. We offer a wide range of services including customer experience playbooks, digital prototyping, UX/UI design, product mapping, product discovery, graphic design, interaction design, front-end development support, and market and user research. Whether you need screen layouts, user research, or a complete product envisioned, we are here to guide you closer to your overall vision and goals.Nextpoint Design is at the forefront of creating innovative digital experiences. Our commitment is to design products that meet the current market demands and anticipate our client's future needs. Our team is a blend of creative thinkers, strategists, and designers dedicated to pushing boundaries in embedded product screens, online platforms, web apps, and mobile apps.Role DescriptionThis is a full-time role as a Design Lead. The Design Lead will oversee the day-to-day tasks associated with digital product design projects. This includes conducting user research, creating wireframes and prototypes, collaborating with clients and stakeholders, and providing design guidance and direction. The Design Lead will also ensure the delivery of high-quality design solutions that meet the client's objectives and align with industry best practices. This role focuses on bringing a strategic, consultative design perspective to our client work, building our client's vision, leading and mentoring design teams, and managing client relationships and expectations in partnership with account leaders.This role is located in Grand Rapids, MI, and has flexibility for remote work.What you'll accomplish in this role:Client Work (75-80%)- Establish and articulate design and research strategies that support our client's business objectives, honor the end user, and achieve desired outcomes.- Oversee execution of those strategies and provide creative direction for other designers on the team, offering mentorship, coaching, and critique to ensure delivery of high-quality design and research.- Serve as a trusted partner to our clients by thinking broadly and holistically, guiding them through complexity, setting clear and reasonable expectations, and delivering on commitments on time and within budget.- Remain flexible and adaptable as the client and team need to evolve; gracefully unblock when the team encounters adversity.- Recognize, negotiate, and balance competing business, technical, and user needs.- Facilitate effective design reviews; provide clear and direct feedback to support individual development and project delivery while inviting feedback yourself.- Create and advise on new processes to increase project team efficiency and effectiveness.- Commit to learning about, producing, and coaching others on accessible, inclusive design solutions.- Share ownership and responsibility for the overall project and client success.Business Development (5-10%)- Speak confidently about Nextpoint Design's capabilities and impact on client outcomes.- Act as a key contributor in the sales process, including participation in client meetings, proposals, estimates, and presentations.- Identify, advise, and help shape new opportunities within existing client engagements.Design Leadership (15-10%)- Serve as a trusted thought leader with our clients, within the design practice, and across Nextpoint Design.- Mentor others within the practice by identifying strengths and using coaching and feedback to encourage the development of their technical and consulting skills.- Partner with team members to establish and uphold quality standards, processes, and tools.- Foster trust through active listening, considering ideas and proposals from individual contributors, and championing others' ideas.- Enthusiastically pursue personal and professional growth opportunities, emphasizing leadership and consulting skills and technical skill development.- Model professional behaviors and set a positive, productive tone for the team.Our Team CultureOur team culture is paramount. We support each other in professional and personal growth, fostering a respectful and inclusive environment. Continuous learning is encouraged, and we share knowledge to enhance our collective strength. We strive to be the best team for our clients, contributing to mutual success.We value intense work as much as downtime, offering flexible schedules, short days, long weekends, and observing major holidays. The Nextpoint team is passionate about creativity, design, food, coffee, music, and adventures, sharing moments of joy and relaxation. Participation in these moments is welcome but optional.Our Clients' needs are our priority. We approach their goals with empathy and tact, guiding them with our expertise. We aim to be an impactful part of their team and provide unwavering support.Remote Work and CommunicationRemote work is available upon approval if your location provides privacy and confidentiality. Effective communication during work hours is essential, and we use Nextpoint Design's Project Management tools to monitor time and effort. In-person work is preferred on occasion when possible.ResourcesNextpoint Design covers expenses for business essentials and provides resources such as desk space, monitors, and tools for in-studio use. Remote situations sometimes warrant other covered expenses depending on the situation. Each month, a technology stipend is provided to cover costs for devices you may use for personal and professional use, such as laptops and phones.Health and WellnessNextpoint Design provides a health and wellness stipend that you can use as you see fit. This stipend helps cover your chosen health plan and other wellness expenses.Non-Disclosure AgreementSigning a non-disclosure agreement is mandatory, ensuring privacy and security for all client-related work.Qualifications- Humility and a strong desire to help others succeed.- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in interaction design, interface design, industrial design, human-computer interaction, human-centered design, graphic design, or UX.- Minimum of 8 years of experience working as a service designer, visual designer, or digital product designer (or similar), with at least 2 years in a consulting or agency setting.- Deep expertise in at least one domain, with the ability to understand and speak to the broader design scope as a practice.- Expertise in human-centered design methodologies and systems thinking.- A strong portfolio of research, digital product design, or service design work that tells a compelling story about your process and ability to solve challenging problems.- Exceptional communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills; must be able to communicate confidently and effectively with people at all levels of the organization.- Strong attention to detail and the ability to quickly move between tasks and areas of focus without losing momentum.- Proven success navigating conflict and offering (and accepting) constructive feedback.- Confident decision-making skills and the ability to discern when others need to be consulted.- Commitment to establishing and following processes that delight our clients, honor our people and support our business goals.- Expert ability to facilitate collaboration between teams to meet goals.- A self-directed working style with an ownership and accountability mindset.- Awareness of relevant industry trends and best practices.- Deep curiosity and the willingness to try, learn, and iterate.SalaryYour salary will be competitive and commensurate with your expertise and ability to contribute to Nextpoint Design's success. Salaries are based on local salary averages of like positions.Why Join Us?At Nextpoint Design, creativity and innovation are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a collaborative environment that encourages initiative and creativity. Join us to design the future together!How to ApplyPlease submit your portfolio or examples showcasing your digital product design work to [email protected]. A link to your website, a shared presentation, or an online portfolio is preferred. Highlight specific projects and your role in them, especially those related to embedded product screens, online platforms, web apps, or mobile apps. If we see potential opportunities for you, we will schedule an interview.

Job Location: ChicagoWant to make an impact?Ferrara is on a mission to become the Global Leader in Sugar Confections through exciting new product innovation across our portfolio of iconic brands. The Senior Industrial Designer will support new product development within Ferrara's sugar confections portfolio by leveraging their skillset across the full design process from early-stage innovation through detailed design for production. **Please share a .pdf portfolio or website link. Applications without portfolios will not be considered**Ways you will make a difference Support in planning, facilitation and concept generation for Ideation sessions to fill our future product pipeline. Bring concepts to life through hand sketches, 3D CAD, renderings and prototypes. You'll also work closely with the Food Scientists on our Rapid Prototyping team to bring concepts to life through edible prototypes. Design new candies for our Seasonal product portfolio bringing delight to customers through fun, beautiful shapes for our Valentine's Day, Easter, Halloween and Holiday lines. Design new candies for our everyday product lines, bringing our iconic Brands (SweeTarts, Trolli, Nerds, FunDip, Brach's and more!) to life through new shapes, colors, textures, eating experiences and formats. Stay up to date on the latest trends in our industry and broader cultural trends to inspire and inform ground-breaking work. Coach more junior designers and add to the positive culture of our Industrial Design team. Collaborate with cross-functional partners from Brand Marketing, R&D, Process Engineering and Project Management to bring products to market. Skills that will make you successful A love of food, candy and all the experiences and culture surrounding them Excellent sketch visualization (paper + digital), 3D CAD (Solidworks required, Blender is a plus) and rendering skills (Keyshot required, Blender is a plus) Experience running 3D prints A nuanced understanding of Brand and an ability to translate Brand into physical product An affinity for storytelling through compelling imagery + well-structured presentations Strong ability to understand the consumer + translate their needs into tangible solutions An "always learning" mindset and an affinity for learning new tools, software and processes A professional attitude to receiving and incorporating feedback Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to manage your time and meet agreed upon deadlines Ability to travel up to 10% (visiting factories for trials) Experiences that will support your success BA or BFA in Industrial Design 6+ years of prior experience designing and launching products A strong portfolio