Industrial Designer
Eight Sleep · San Francisco, CA · 17 mo ago
EngineeringFull-time
About the role
We are looking to hire an Industrial Designer that has a deep passion for problem-solving paired with a strong aesthetic sensibility. Your expertise spans materials, finishes, and manufacturing processes, and you bring a keen interest in both hard-goods and soft-goods design.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with a small, highly experienced design team (ex-Apple) to conceptualize and design innovative sleep technology products.
- Support all stages of the design process, including user research, ideation, prototyping, and refinement.
- Translate user needs, technical requirements, and brand aesthetics into beautiful, functional product designs.
- Create compelling visual presentations, detailed CAD models, and prototypes that communicate design intent.
- Contribute to the development of a cohesive design language for Eight Sleep’s products.
Requirements
- Experience: 0–5 years of professional experience in industrial design, with a strong portfolio showcasing innovative product designs.
- Education: Bachelor Degree in Industrial design or equivalent.
- Skills: High Proficiency in 3D CAD tools (e.g., Alias, Rhino, SolidWorks or Fusion 360). Expertise in rendering software (e.g., KeyShot, Blender, or equivalent). Expertise in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop. Strong sketching, ideation, and visualization abilities. Hands-on experience with physical and digital prototyping tools and techniques. Knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes, prototyping and production techniques.
Qualifications
- A keen eye for aesthetics and detail, paired with a strong sense of functionality.
- Ability to work quickly and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Comfort working in ambiguity and handling multiple projects simultaneously.
- Strong communication skills to present and justify design decisions.
- Passion for human-centered design and a drive to create meaningful products.
- Hardgoods & Softgoods experience and interest is a plus.
Benefits
- Immediate responsibility and accelerated career growth.
- Equitable Compensation And Continuous Equity Investment.
- Your Own Pod - And Other Great Benefits.
Pay
Competitive salary and benefits package.
Schedule
Flexible schedule to accommodate the needs of a fast-paced startup environment.