Associate Industrial Designer

About the role

Milwaukee Tool’s Industrial Design team is continuing to grow and is looking for a dynamic Associate Industrial Designer to join its in-house design team. Our product line is continually expanding; come join a growing creative team that is building a portfolio of advanced products.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with designers and cross-functional teams (engineering, marketing, manufacturing) to support the development of new product concepts.
• Create sketches, 3D models, prototypes, and renderings to visualize ideas.
• Participate in user research, competitive analysis, and trend forecasting to inform design direction.
• Support the refinement of designs based on feedback, testing, and engineering requirements.
• Assist with documentation for production, including CAD drawings, CMF specifications, and technical handoffs.
• Maintain organized design files and contribute to design libraries and material resources.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial design or equivalent from an accredited university.
• Strong conceptual thinking, sketching, and ideation skills.
• A portfolio that demonstrates your start-to-finish process, creativity, and technical skills (please provide a link to your website or sample portfolio with your application).
• Experience with 3D design software such as Blender, SolidWorks, Fusion 360, or Rhino is a strong advantage, though not a strict requirement.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and familiarity with rendering tools like KeyShot or Blender is highly valued.
• Basic understanding of materials, manufacturing processes, and ergonomics.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• A team player with curiosity, initiative, and a desire to grow in a fast-paced environment.
• Open to domestic and international travel as needed.