Industrial Design Manager

Godfrey; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Godfrey Marine is seeking a highly creative Industrial Designer Manager to join our Product Development team. You will lead exterior and interior designs for Godfrey Pontoons and Hurricane Boats, partnering with engineering to shape production-ready concepts.

You will manage concept development, conduct cross-functional collaboration with product management and supply chain, and guide prototypes and design storytelling for executive leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial design or related field.
• Strong aesthetic sense and artistic skill.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Understanding materials and manufacturing processes is a plus.
• Experience with upholstery and sewing knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead exterior and interior design development for boats.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, product management, and supply chain.
• Guide concept development and ensure production-ready designs.
• Create prototypes and mock-ups to validate concepts.
• Communicate design story to executive leadership.
• Host brainstorm sessions and drive design reviews.

Skills

Creative thinking

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Independent work

Cross-functional collaboration

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in industrial design or related field

Tools

Solidworks

Rhino

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Godfrey Marine is seeking a highly creative Industrial Designer Manager to join our Product Development team. You will work with our talented engineering group who are responsible for some of the most established and award-winning brands in recreational boating. You will help shape the future of Godfrey Pontoons and Hurricane Boats developing both the exterior and interior of our product. You will play a crucial role in concept development and work cross functionally to ensure production execution. Successful candidates will immerse themselves in the boating lifestyle, learn from the experiences of our customers and dealer network, embrace the passion boating enthusiasts have for our products, and deliver innovative design solutions that create meaningful and lasting connections on the water.

Requirements

• Ability to think creatively, strategically, and analytically. While maintaining the ability to work independently with minimal supervision and the willingness to work variable schedule to assure successful project completion
• Create compelling and innovative interior and exterior designs using 2D and 3D tools
• Ability to think three-dimensionally with a strong emphasis on proportions and a refined sense of form
• Competitive analysis, trend research and color and materials assistance. Ability to research and troubleshoot problems
• Create presentations and communicate design story to executive leadership
• Ability to work cross functionally with engineering, product management, and supply chain to ensure product completion on time
• Balance brand DNA, functionality and budget to create designs that meet budget and scope
• Host and contribute to brainstorm session workshops. Prototype and mock-up creation
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to research and troubleshoot problems
• Excellent problem-solving skills are a must
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Willingness to work variable schedule to assure successful project completion

Non-essential Job Functions

• Individuals may need to sit or stand as needed. May require walking primarily on a level surface throughout the day. Reaching above shoulder heights, below the waist or lifting as required to file documents or store materials throughout the workday. Proper lifting techniques required. May include lifting more than 25 pounds. Periodically required to climb ladders to gain access to the interior of boats.

Skills & Knowledge:

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial design or related field
• Strong aesthetic sense and artistic skill
• Excellent problem-solving skills are a must
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Understanding various materials and manufacturing processes for metal, aluminum, composite, and plastic materials is a plus
• Understanding of upholstery and sewing practices using foam, vinyl, and various substrate materials is a plus

Other Skills/Abilities

• Strong skills with 3D modeling, rendering and visual creation software platforms such as Solidworks, Rhino, Adobe Creative Suite, etc.
• Boating experience is not required, but a general knowledge and passion for creating recreational products is a must
• Willingness to implement AI into your design process
• Willingness to use power tools

This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Information on race, gender and national origin will only be used for statistical and recordkeeping purposes, and will not be used in making any employment decisions. All information provided will be kept separate from your expression of interest. Providing this information is strictly voluntary, and you will not be subjected to any adverse action or treatment if you choose not to provide this information. If you do not choose to answer these questions, we ask that you select "Decline to Identify" for each question. Thank you for your voluntary cooperation.