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Industrial Designer

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Hybrid
Somerville, MA
Mid level
Hybrid
Somerville, MA
Mid level
The Industrial Designer will design and prototype new products, collaborating with engineers and teams to ensure user-focused functionality and aesthetics.
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To reinvent an industry, you have to build the best team. Join Formlabs if you want to bring ground-breaking professional 3D printers to the desktop of every designer, engineer, researcher, and artist in the world.

The Industrial Design team enables accessible and productive experiences for our users and communicates the brand's values through beautiful, functional products. As part of our team, you’ll collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of designers, engineers, and scientists to significantly impact a rapidly emerging class of products. If you are passionate about delivering great user experiences and have the skills to contribute, we want you to join our team as an Industrial Designer.

Sharing a portfolio/website that reflects your work or projects is required.

The Job:

  • Design new products from idea to production
  • Develop design concepts, with clear and compelling visual communication
  • Prototype continuously, from quick mockups to refined cosmetic models
  • Test designs with users, translate results back into the design process
  • Help define and refine the hardware user experience, from unboxing to maintenance
  • Create high quality CAD to communicate design intent
  • Collaborate closely with Product, UI Design, Engineering, Manufacturing to develop well-balanced solutions
  • Assist with cosmetic specification and validation

You:

  • Can share a portfolio of relevant design work
  • Hold a university degree in Industrial Design (related design or engineering degrees considered)
  • Have professional design experience
  • Demonstrate capability in aesthetic decision making and an eye for detail
  • Good presentation and storytelling skills
  • Able to communicate quickly and effectively with hand sketches
  • Highly capable in 3D CAD, Keyshot, and Adobe CC
  • Comfortable prototyping using a variety of methods
  • Experience solving problems with engineering and manufacturability constraints

Our Perks & Benefits:

  • Robust equity program to build future wealth through RSUs
  • Comprehensive healthcare coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision)
  • Low cost fund options in our 401K and access to advisors 
  • Generous paid Parental Leave (up to 16 weeks)
  • Tenure-based paid Sabbatical Leave (up to 6 weeks)
  • Flexible Out of Office Plan – Take time when you need it
  • Ample on-site parking & pre-tax commuter benefits
  • Healthy on-site lunches, snacks, beverages, & treats
  • Regular sponsored professional development opportunities
  • Many opt-in culture events across our diverse community
  • And of course… unlimited 3D prints

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company.  We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.  

Even if you don't check every box, but see yourself contributing, please apply. Help us build an inclusive community that will change the face of 3D printing.

Top Skills

3D Cad
Adobe Cc
Keyshot
HQ

Formlabs Somerville, Massachusetts, USA Office

Formlabs spun out of MIT in 2011 and never went too far. We're located in Somerville, MA just past Union Square, but steps away from Cambridge. There are plenty of cafes, restaurants, and other city conveniences within walking distance.

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