Senior Industrial Designer

SMX Brands; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design firm in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Senior Product Designer. The role involves managing design proposals, creating functional prototypes, and producing hyper-realistic 3D renderings. The ideal candidate should hold a degree in Industrial Design and have 3-5 years of experience. Proficiency in Adobe tools and 3D software is essential. Benefits include annual bonuses, work-from-home flexibility, and a training budget.

Benefits

Annual bonus

Annual increment

WFH Flexibility

Training budget

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in a related field.
• Strong design portfolio showcasing creativity and technical skills.
• Willingness to learn and adapt.

Responsibilities

• Manage design proposals from inception through completion.
• Produce functional prototypes for various projects.
• Create hyper-realistic 3D renderings for presentations.
• Contribute to product selection and testing procedures.
• Lead projects independently and support team leads.

Skills

Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator

Proficiency in Photoshop

Proficiency in 3D Development

Strong computer skills

Hands-on skills in prototype development

Ability to handle multiple projects

Strong proficiency in English

Education

Diploma/Degree in Industrial Design or Product Design

Tools

Rhinoceros

KeyShot

Job description

Overview

The Senior Product Designer brings a wealth of specialized expertise and extensive experience to the domain of product design and development. With a focus on specific client portfolios or processes aligned with the job roles and expertise, active involvement in design proposals, product development, and realization is a key responsibility. The role spans from producing concept designs, contributing innovative ideas, and engaging in product selection to sketching, 2D and 3D development, rendering, and providing functional prototypes for evaluation purposes. Ensuring that product selections align with the intended direction, current trends, and innovation, the Senior Product Designer functions as a reliable support to both concept and technical teams, embodying the versatility of an all-rounder in the dynamic landscape of product design.

Responsibilities

• Take charge and execute multiple projects in design proposals from inception through completion.
• Play a pivotal role in product design and development, studying form and functionality through physical mockups, and producing functional prototypes.
• Provide compelling 3D renderings for presentations, creating hyper-realistic visualizations.
• Assume responsibility for the 3D development processes essential for manufacturing purposes.
• Contribute to product selection, evaluation, measurement, and testing procedures.
• Offer full support to both design proposal and technical design teams as needed.
• Infuse innovation into product ideas, concepts, and mechanics, constantly seeking new solutions and implementing improvement plans.
• Work across various client portfolios as part of career progression, showcasing versatility and adaptability.
• Lead individual projects within expertise, managing them to completion with or without superior supervision.
• Provide reliable support to team leads or art directors in daily operations and tasks.
• Maintain excellent individual Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) under the creative divisional KPI setting.

Skills, Experience & Qualification

• Qualifications: Diploma/Degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a related field or expertise in a specific industry and process.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Proficiency in 3D Development, with expertise in Rhinoceros & KeyShot considered advantageous.
• Demonstrated strong design portfolio showcasing creativity and technical skills.
• Hands‑on skills in prototype development or model making.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency in English.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously with a strong willingness to learn.

Benefits

• Annual bonus
• Annual increment
• WFH Flexibility
• Training budget