Industrial Designer

About the Division

Spectrum Brands' Home & Personal Care (HPC) Appliances business participates on a global basis in small electric appliances, shave/groom appliances, and beauty appliances. Our well-known brands include George Foreman®, Black+Decker®, Farberware®, Breadman®, Juiceman®, Russell Hobbs®, and Remington®. Our products appeal to consumer trends for healthy eating, stay-at-home cooking, and creating today's new hairstyles. We distinguish our product offerings by employing forward-thinking, innovative technologies matched with a strong understanding of consumer needs to bring high-quality, superior products that delight the end user to market.

About the Role

As an Industrial Designer, you will play a supporting role in shaping the future of our product lines and contributing to our mission of enhancing everyday living. You’ll assist in developing the next generation of small kitchen, garment, and personal care appliances for some of the most recognized brands in the world, including Black+Decker, Remington, Russell Hobbs, PowerXL, George Foreman, and Emeril Lagasse. Our Home and Personal Care division is at the forefront of innovation, designing and manufacturing cutting-edge appliances that make life easier and more enjoyable for our customers.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to create innovative and aesthetically pleasing appliances that meet user needs, market demands, and brand strategies. Your creativity and design skills will drive the success of our products in the competitive home appliance market.

Responsibilities

• Support design and development of innovative, user-friendly, and aesthetically appealing small appliances, considering user experience, functionality, and manufacturing constraints.
• Create and present concept sketches, mood boards, and renderings to communicate design ideas effectively.
• Use industry-standard software (SolidWorks or Fusion360) to create 3D models and detailed CAD drawings for prototypes and production.
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to select appropriate materials and manufacturing processes, ensuring cost-effective and efficient production.
• Participate in the development of prototypes to test and refine designs, making necessary adjustments based on feedback.
• Conduct user research, usability testing, and incorporate user feedback to improve product design and functionality.
• Stay updated on industry trends, competitor products, and consumer preferences to drive design innovation.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including marketers, project managers, and engineers in multiple time zones to ensure successful product development and launch.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Design (BA or BS).
• A portfolio demonstrating the ability to transform user insights into great product solutions.
• Strong sketching and visualization skills.
• Proficiency in design software such as SolidWorks or Fusion360, Keyshot, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Experience with consumer products (a plus).
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and materials.
• Knowledge of ergonomics, human factors, and user-centered design principles.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and collaborate across departments.
• Creative thinker with a passion for innovation and problem-solving.

Schedule

This is a hybrid role which allows for work from home on Monday and Friday. In-office work is Tuesday through Thursday.

Work Environment

Working conditions are normal for an office environment.