Industrial Designer

Thorens Talents; Montréal-Est; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Thorens Talents is seeking an Industrial Designer for a client in Montréal. You will lead research, planning and concept development, prepare client presentations and support prototype development, transforming client needs into manufacturable solutions aligned with cost, material, timeline, and production constraints.

You will collaborate with clients, suppliers and internal teams to validate concepts, develop 3D models and drawings, and coordinate prototyping while maintaining structured

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a similar industrial design role, ideally in manufacturing.
• SolidWorks proficiency with intermediate Adobe Creative Suite knowledge.
• Experience designing furniture, layouts, or custom wood/metal products is an asset.
• Training in industrial design or related field (DEP/DEC) is required.
• Bilingual in French and English, both spoken and written.

Responsibilities

• Analyze needs, constraints, and information to plan design stages and deliverables.
• Develop creative, functional, and manufacturable concepts considering materials, finishes, costs, and objectives.
• Prepare 3D models, 2D drawings, renderings, sketches, and technical documents for design, estimating, and manufacturing.
• Collaborate with clients, suppliers, and internal teams to validate concepts and ensure technical feasibility.
• Coordinate prototype development from design to validation while monitoring timelines and materials.
• Propose design improvements to optimize costs, materials, and manufacturing methods.
• Coordinate with engineering and production teams to resolve issues and ensure quality standards.
• Maintain structured project documentation and track risks, changes, and impacts on costs/timelines.

Skills

SolidWorks

Adobe Creative Suite

Bilingual French-English

Education

Industrial design or related field (DEP/DEC)

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.

INFORMATIONS CONTRACTUELLES

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.