Industrial Design Intern

Generac Power Systems; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Generac Power Systems is seeking an Industrial Design Co-Op to support graphic and industrial design needs across product development, innovation, and marketing. You will produce high-quality deliverables, including renderings, prototypes, and 3-D models, while adhering to project timelines and budgets.

The role offers exposure to design processes within a global organization and opportunities to work on multiple projects across teams, developing communication and creative skills in a hands-on

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in a degree-seeking program (Bachelor's level) in Industrial Design or related field.
• Prefer exposure to CAD software and design tools such as SolidWorks/CREO, Adobe CreativeSuite and Procreate.

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 ensuring brand and product guidelines are met.

Skills

Communication

Creativity

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's in Industrial Design or related field

Tools

SolidWorks/CREO

Adobe CreativeSuite

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,brighterand more productive. We are united by our efforts to inspire change for a better world;impactour 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 studentparticipatesin projects to support graphic and industrial design needs of project teams throughout the Generac organization working on product development,innovationand marketing. Design outputs could include computer or hand drawn renderings,illustrations,physical prototypes, 3-Dmodelsand other forms of samples. This professional will gain valuable experience producinghigh qualitydeliverables under project timelines and budgets with multiple projects.

Essential Duties andResponsibilities:

• 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 VBLdocumentation.
• 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-seekingBachelor’slevel program in Industrial Design or related field

Preferred Qualifications:

• Exposure to SolidWorks, CREO, or equivalent CAD software, Adobe CreativeSuiteand 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 bothteambased 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 employeeis regularly required totalk andhear;and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employeeis regularly required tostand and walk. Onoccasionthe incumbent maybe requiredto stoop,bendor reach above the shoulders.The employee must occasionallylift upto 25 pounds.Specific conditions of this job includeare typical of frequentand continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, closevisionand ability to adjust focus.Occasionaltravel.

“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.”