Industrial Designer

Thorens - Executive Search Specialists; Montréal-Est; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Doist is seeking an Industrial Designer to transform client needs into manufacturable layout solutions for commercial, hospitality, and retail projects. You will research, plan, and develop concepts, support prototype development, and prepare compelling client presentations.

Based in a dynamic manufacturing environment, you will collaborate with clients, suppliers, and internal teams to validate concepts, ensuring feasibility, timing, and cost targets are met.

Qualifications

• Training in industrial design or a related field (DEP or DEC).
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar position, ideally in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong proficiency in SolidWorks and intermediate knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite.

Responsibilities

• Analyze needs and constraints to plan deliverables and design stages.
• Develop manufacturable concepts considering materials, finishes, costs, and objectives.
• Prepare 3D models, 2D drawings, renderings, sketches, and technical docs.

Skills

Creativity

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Autonomy

Team spirit

Multitasking

Decision making

Bilingual French/English

Education

Industrial design degree (DEP/DEC)

Tools

SolidWorks

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Our client is an innovative company specializing in the design, manufacturing, and installation of custom layout solutions for the commercial, hospitality, and retail sectors. Recognized for the quality of its work and creative spirit, the company offers a dynamic environment where ideas, collaboration, and self-improvement are valued.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Reporting to the management team, the Industrial Designer will be responsible for research, planning, and concept development, in addition to preparing client presentations and supporting prototype development. The person will help transform client needs into concrete, manufacturable solutions aligned with cost, material, timeline, and production constraints.

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Analyze needs, constraints, and available information in order to plan deliverables and design stages.
• Develop creative, functional, and manufacturing-ready concepts, taking into account materials, finishes, costs, and project objectives.
• Prepare the 3D models, 2D drawings, renderings, sketches, presentations, and technical documents required for design, estimating, and manufacturing.
• Collaborate with clients, suppliers, and internal teams to validate concepts, select appropriate solutions, and ensure technical feasibility.
• Coordinate prototype development, from initial design through validation, while monitoring timelines, materials, and modifications.
• Propose design improvements or alternative solutions to optimize costs, materials, and manufacturing methods without compromising project objectives.
• Coordinate with engineering and production teams, resolve technical issues, and ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Maintain structured project documentation, track risks, changes, and impacts on costs and timelines, and contribute to the continuous improvement of design practices.

Profil QUALIFICATIONS

Training in industrial design or a related field (DEP or DEC). Minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar position, ideally in a manufacturing environment. Strong proficiency in SolidWorks and intermediate knowledge of the Adobe Creative suite. Experience designing furniture, layouts, or custom wood and/or metal products is an asset. Good understanding of design, manufacturing, and installation processes. Bilingual in French and English, both spoken and written. Excellent communication and presentation skills. Creativity, a strong sense of innovation, and the ability to develop concrete and manufacturable solutions. Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities. Autonomy, proactivity, and ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment. Team spirit, sound judgment, and decision-making ability. Ability to present and defend concepts clearly and convincingly.

WORK CONDITIONS

Dynamic manufacturing environment focused on delivering custom projects. Close collaboration with design, engineering, production, and sales teams. Varied projects offering significant room for creativity and problem-solving. Work combining design, concept development, prototyping, and manufacturing support. Opportunity to contribute to the improvement of products, processes, and design practices. Regular interaction with clients and suppliers as part of project work.

Note : The masculine is used to lighten the text without prejudice to the feminine form.