Staff Industrial Designer

Responsibilities

• Lead design efforts on front-end projects, from discovering new white space to solving specific user problems.
• Conduct field research using ethnographic methods to discover the "why" behind problems and identify opportunity areas.
• Translate research and design insights into visual models, frameworks, and design principles.
• Facilitate concept workshops using various brainstorming methodologies to drive creative product solutions.
• Envision new ideas across digital and physical tools, business strategies, and user experience journeys.
• Create prototype stimulus and communication tools, such as storyboards and system maps, to gather user feedback.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams including Engineering, Product Management, Machine Learning, and Marketing.
• Teach and coach others on human-centered design methods and innovation mindsets.

Requirements

• BS or BFA in Industrial Design, Visual, Experience, or Service Design.
• 2+ years of consultancy or corporate experience working in Design or Innovation teams.
• Proficiency in 2D and 3D design tools to create concepts.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Familiarity with generative AI visualization software.
• Strong understanding of User-Centered Design (UCD) and rapid prototyping/model making.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Design Thinking methods, processes, and execution.
• Knowledge of behavioral research practices and strategic problem-solving.
• Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders ranging from recent graduates to senior leaders.

About the Company

Milwaukee Tool, founded in 1924, is a global leader in delivering innovative solutions to the professional construction trades that increase productivity and safety. Known for world-leading cordless systems and modular storage, the company is dedicated to delivering a steady stream of advanced, trade-specific solutions.