Hand Tools Industrial Designer: Entry-Level Innovator

Techtronic Industries; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Milwaukee Tool is seeking an Associate Industrial Designer in the Hand Tools category to support our design team. This entry-level role offers mentorship to build core skills in ergonomics, usability, manufacturability, and aesthetics aligned with our bold brand language.

You will collaborate with engineers, researchers, and product managers to develop user-centered, brand-aligned design solutions, balancing practicality with craft as you grow in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Design from an accredited university.
• Portfolio demonstrating creativity, form development and problem-solving.
• Understanding of ergonomics, usability, and manufacturing fundamentals.
• Hands-on prototyping and testing to iterate ideas.
• Strong communication and collaboration with coachability.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Identifying unmet user needs and opportunities for disruptive innovation through research and observation.
• Generating product concepts through independent ideation and collaborative brainstorming.
• Refining the form and function of designs through sketching, 3D modeling, prototyping, and hands-on testing.
• Supporting Design for Manufacturing (DfM) by expanding knowledge of materials and processes.
• Communicating design intent through clear, compelling visuals and presentations.
• Documenting design solutions and manufacturing specifications for department and cross-functional use.
• Supporting projects through production to ensure exceptional design execution.

Skills

Portfolio

Ergonomics

Prototyping

Communication

Collaboration

Coachability

Project management

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Design

Job description

Milwaukee Tool is seeking an Associate Industrial Designer in the Hand Tools category to support our design team. This entry-level role offers mentorship to build core skills in ergonomics, usability, manufacturability, and aesthetics aligned with our bold brand language.

You will collaborate with engineers, researchers, and product managers to develop user-centered, brand-aligned design solutions, balancing practicality with craft as you grow in a fast-paced environment.