Industrial Design Intern

Generac Power Systems Inc; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Generac Power Systems Inc. in Wisconsin is seeking an Industrial Design Co-Op student to support graphic and industrial design needs across product development, innovation and marketing.

You will contribute to concepts and production-ready assets under project timelines and budgets. The role involves creating renderings, 3-D models, prototypes and samples, collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams while learning SolidWorks/CREO and Adobe tools.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's level program in Industrial Design or a related field.
• Strong communication and creative problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in all phases of product development and translate concepts to production.
• Create and support VBL documentation and brand guidelines at product level.
• Collaborate with project teams on design outputs, including renderings and prototypes.

Skills

Communication

Creativity

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree enrollment in Industrial Design or related field

Tools

SolidWorks/CREO CAD

Adobe Creative Suite

Procreate

Job description

We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most. For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future. Ready to Power a Smarter World with us? At Generac, our people help make the world safer, brighter and more productive. We are united by our efforts to inspire change for a better world; impact our people and community; influence and achieve positive results; and innovate the industry. Our shared goals allow people with diverse backgrounds and points of view to work together, bringing our global customers peace of mind through reliable products and exceptional support. The Industrial Design Co-Op student participates in projects to support graphic and industrial design needs of project teams throughout the Generac organization working on product development, innovation and marketing. Design outputs could include computer or hand drawn renderings, illustrations, physical prototypes, 3-D models and other forms of samples. This professional will gain valuable experience producing high quality deliverables under project timelines and budgets with multiple projects.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in all phases of product development, translating innovation to concepts and working with project teams to bring concepts to production.
• Assist in the creation and implementation of VBL documentation.
• Execute against VBL and brand strategies at a product and category level while constantly ensuring brand and product guidelines are being met....

Less Minimal Qualifications:

• Current enrollment in a degree-seeking Bachelor's level program in Industrial Design or related field

Preferred Qualifications:

• Exposure to SolidWorks, CREO, or equivalent CAD software, Adobe Creative Suite and Procreate to develop various concepts that clearly and effectively communicate design intent.
• Excellent skills in communication and creativity. Problem solving skills are important as work is both team based and individual, depending on the specific project.
• Must work a minimum of 35 hours per week for the full term.

Physical demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Specific conditions of this job include are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.

“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”

We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most. For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future. Ready to Power a SmarterWorld with us? As one of the leaders and largest suppliers of power generation equipment and technology, the work we do touches millions of lives. Employees at Generac are encouraged to be innovative and are valued as an integral part of our global team. Our challenging goals develop knowledgeable employees dedicated to helping continue Generac’s success. Generac provides individuals the opportunity to work in a fast-paced agile work environment where their work makes a difference in people’s lives and their own.