Industrial Designer 2 - OEM/Exhibits

Garmin Ltd.; Olathe (KS); Presencial; USD 65.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Garmin International seeks an Industrial Designer 2 – OEM / Exhibits for its U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area. You will lead conceptualization and development of new products, programs, and exhibit solutions.

You will collaborate across departments, manage schedules, and guide fabrication, prototypes and tradeshow activities, with travel as needed. A degree in industrial design and 4+ years of experience qualify you for this role.

Formación

• Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Design or related field with 4+ years of relevant experience.
• GPA 3.0+ (approximate expectation).
• Proficiency in SolidWorks, Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite and CorelDRAW.
• Ability to lead research, present data and explain exhibit trends.
• Design and develop physical mock-ups, models and exhibits.
• Experience with shop tasks and fabrication equipment.

Responsabilidades

• Collaborate with departments to define project scope, milestones, and design constraints.
• Develop innovative concepts and pragmatic design solutions.
• Manage schedules, deliverables, and client updates to leadership or clients.
• Incorporate feedback to refine designs and solutions.
• Lead material selection, planning, and cost estimates.
• Provide tradeshow leadership and travel to shows as needed.
• Guide production documents and value engineering.
• Stay current with prototyping and industry software.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Presentation skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Educación

Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Design

Herramientas

SolidWorks

Microsoft Office

Adobe Creative Suite

CorelDRAW Graphics Suite

Descripción del empleo

Overview

We are seeking a full-time Industrial Designer 2 – OEM / Exhibits at Garmin's U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area. In this role, you will be responsible for leading the conceptualization and development of new products, programs, and exhibit solutions.

Essential Functions

• Works collaboratively and professionally with other departments, stakeholders and clients to determine project schedule and scope, priorities, requirements, milestones, estimates, deliverables and design constraints
• Leverages design and fabrication experience to provide innovative concepts, compelling designs and pragmatic solutions
• Manages project schedules, action items, and coordinates with support staff to meet deadlines and presents design concepts, deliverables and project status updates to design leadership, segment leadership or external clients
• Accepts and acts on leadership/client feedback to refine/improve designs and solutions
• Guides selection of materials, executes project planning, and estimates project efforts
• Provides clear communication to suppliers, oversees the production of construction documents, contributes to the method of production and value engineering
• Provides tradeshow leadership at show site and meeting support as needed (travel required)
• Provides department support and leadership (shop, equipment, software, computer, etc.)
• Stays current on prototyping, presentation, computer graphics techniques, and industry software

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, Engineering or related fieldANDa minimum of 4 years relevant experienceORa minimum of 3 years work experience as a Garmin Industrial DesignerORan equivalent combination of education and experience
• Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)
• Demonstrated knowledge and proficiency in the following software: SolidWorks, Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite and CorelDRAW Graphics Suite
• Demonstrated ability to lead research efforts, present data, explain exhibit use and industry trends
• Able to design and develop physical mock-ups, models, and exhibits (samples/portfolio)
• Able to complete shop tasks, fabricate medium projects, and contribute to large projects
• Working knowledge of shop safety procedures, and experience working with shop equipment: Saws, milling machines, routers, jointers, drill press, sanders and hand tools
• Working knowledge and experience with a variety of materials such as model board, wood, metal, plastics, and similar materials

OTHER ATTRIBUTES PER AREA OF SPECIALIZATION:

Automotive OEM Designer:

• Automotive and/or related vehicle design experience (portfolio examples are required)
• Practiced contribution in the development of new products, vehicle concepts, and integrated systems
• Keeps current on design trends and technologies being integrated into the latest vehicles
• Able to research vehicle components as they relate to the scope of a project, execute purchase of components, materials, and other service provider needs
• Working understanding of automotive design, assembly, vehicle constraints, and design impacts as well as working knowledge of vehicle electrical systems
• Demonstrated knowledge and proficiency using Keyshot and Sketchbook Pro

Exhibit Designer:

• Environmental, display, and tradeshow design experience (portfolio examples are required)
• Ability to create specifications for exhibits that meet client and show requirements
• Keeps current on exhibit and display design trends and competitors’ designs
• Able to collaborate and develop material, textures and surface finishes options as needed
• Able to lead in the fabrication, crating, and logistical planning associated with assigned project
• Working knowledge of millwork construction methods and machinery (CNC experience preferred)
• Working understanding of low voltage lighting, sound, and electrical systems

Desired Qualifications

• Outstanding academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.5)

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.

This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits