Industrial Design Fellowship

Formlabs; Somerville (MA); On-site; USD 17,577 - 21,762; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Out of Office Plan

Salaried bi-weekly pay schedule

Catered on-site lunches (3x per week)

Unlimited 3D prints

Job summary

Formlabs is looking for an Industrial Design Fellow to join their team in Somerville, MA. This role focuses on shaping product design from concept to production, collaborating with engineers and designers to create innovative solutions.

Candidates should have a strong portfolio and a degree in Industrial Design, demonstrating an eye for detail and proficiency in CAD tools. The fellow will enjoy benefits including flexible time off and catered lunches, making this a unique opportunity to contribute to the future of 3D printing.

Qualifications

• Robust portfolio of relevant design work.
• Demonstrate fluency in aesthetic decision making.
• Able to communicate quickly and effectively with hand sketches.

Responsibilities

• Help design new products from idea to production.
• Develop design concepts with clear visual communication.
• Prototype continuously from quick mockups to refined models.

Skills

3D CAD

Keyshot

Adobe CC

Prototyping

Visual Communication

Education

Completed degree in Industrial Design or related design/engineering degrees

Job description

Do you want to change how the world creates?

At Formlabs, we’re building the tools that make it possible for anyone to bring their ideas to life, from cutting-edge products to life-saving medical devices. Our 3D printing technology powers innovation at more than 50,000 industry leaders worldwide, including Apple, Google, Tesla, New Balance, and NASA. Together, we’re helping everyone design, prototype, and manufacture faster than ever before.

We’re a team of hands-on builders, engineers, and innovators reinventing how the world makes physical things. If you’re ready to shape the future of fabrication, come build it with us.

Your Impact

The Industrial Design team enables accessible and productive experiences for our users and communicates the values of the brand through beautiful, functional hardware design. As part of our team, you’ll collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of designers, engineers, and scientists to make a significant impact on a rapidly-emerging class of products. If you are passionate about delivering great user experiences and have the skills to contribute, we want you to join our team as an Industrial Design Fellow.

Fellowship Details

Timeline: 6 months (September-February)
Commitment: Full‑time
Location: Onsite in Somerville, MA

Sharing a portfolio/website that reflects your work or projects is required for your application.

The Job

• Help design new products from idea to production
• Develop design concepts, with clear and compelling visual communication
• Prototype continuously, from quick mockups to refined cosmetic models
• Test designs with users, translate results back into the design process
• Help refine the hardware user experience, from unboxing to maintenance
• Create high quality CAD to communicate design intent
• Collaborate closely with Product, UI Design, Engineering, Manufacturing to develop well‑balanced solutions
• Assist with cosmetic specification and validation

You

• Have a robust portfolio of relevant design work
• Completed degree in Industrial Design (related design or engineering degrees considered)
• Demonstrate fluency in aesthetic decision making and an eye for detail"Able to communicate quickly and effectively with hand sketches
• Capable in 3D CAD, Keyshot, and Adobe CC
• Comfortable prototyping using a variety of methods
• Experience solving problems with engineering and manufacturability constraints

Fellowship Benefits & Perks

• Flexible Out of Office Plan – take time when you need it
• Salaried bi‑weekly pay schedule
• Ample on‑site parking & pre‑tax commuter benefits
• Catered on‑site lunches (3x per week), snacks, beverages, & treats
• Many opt‑in culture events across our diverse community
• And of course… unlimited 3D prints

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Even if you don't check every box, but see yourself contributing, please apply. Help us build an inclusive community that will change the face of 3D printing.

Compensation

Interns at Formlabs are paid on a bi‑weekly pay schedule. The pay range for this role will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, location and expected impact on the organization. This is a salaried role, so you will always be paid based on the assumed 40 hours per week as a full‑time intern. This position does not offer housing or relocation assistance.

$1,575 — $1,950 USD