Industrial Designer: Concept-to-Build & Prototyping

Mawg Design; Toronto; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mawg Design in Toronto seeks an Industrial Designer to translate concepts into precise 3D models, drawings, and technical documentation. You will balance aesthetics with production feasibility, and collaborate with production teams to ensure build-ready designs.

The role emphasizes hands-on prototyping, documentation standards, and close coordination with fabricators to meet timelines and budgets, while maintaining high-quality finishes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Industrial Design, Product Design, or a related discipline.
• 3–5 years of experience in a design-for-production environment such as fabrication, exhibit, or experiential design.
• Advanced proficiency in Fusion 360, SketchUp, Rhino 3D, or similar 3D modeling software.
• Strong understanding of materials, finishes, and fabrication techniques, including wood, metal, acrylic, and composite materials.
• Ability to produce clear and accurate technical drawings suitable for fabrication and installation.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing processes and shop workflows.
• Solid understanding of tolerances, structural support, and fastener types relevant to temporary and permanent installations.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• A collaborative mindset and strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Transform creative concepts into accurate, production-ready designs with detailed 3D models and shop drawings.
• Develop and maintain clear, consistent design documentation aligned with quality standards.
• Collaborate with project managers, fabricators, and production teams to align design intent with manufacturing capabilities, timelines, and budgets.
• Support development and testing of prototypes to validate design intent and functionality.
• Produce visuals, renderings, and mockups to communicate design intent internally and externally.

Education

Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Industrial Design or related discipline

Tools

Fusion 360

SketchUp

Rhino 3D

SolidWorks

Vray rendering

Job description

Mawg Design in Toronto seeks an Industrial Designer to translate concepts into precise 3D models, drawings, and technical documentation. You will balance aesthetics with production feasibility, and collaborate with production teams to ensure build-ready designs.

The role emphasizes hands-on prototyping, documentation standards, and close coordination with fabricators to meet timelines and budgets, while maintaining high-quality finishes.