Industrial Designer (Permanent In-Store Display)

Capmont; West Allis (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Quad in West Allis, WI seeks an experienced Industrial Designer to take 3D renderings from concept to production for permanent in-store displays, focusing on cost‑effective, manufacturable solutions.

The role requires deep knowledge of sheet metal, plastics, wood fabrication, and collaboration with production teams; proficiency in SolidWorks and 3D Studio Max is expected.

Hybrid work from our West Allis office and portfolio submission are required as part of the application process.

Qualifications

• Requires 10–15+ years in POP display engineering.
• Portfolio must demonstrate permanent-material concepts.

Responsibilities

• Translate 3D renderings into technical drawings with BOMs.
• Ensure manufacturability, durability, and cost‑effectiveness of permanent fixtures.
• Lead material selection and optimization for metal, wood, plastic, and acrylic parts.
• Oversee prototyping, testing, and first‑off sample evaluation.
• Create detailed assembly instructions and technical documentation.

Skills

SolidWorks

Fusion 360

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Permanent materials

Multi-deadline management

Team collaboration

Adobe Creative Suite

MS Office

Education

AS/BS/BFA in Industrial Design or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Fusion 360

Job description

Industrial Designer (Permanent In-Store Display)

Location: West Allis, Wisconsin

General Purpose Of Job

The Industrial Designer is responsible for taking 3D renderings from concept to production, specializing in permanent, semi‑permanent display solutions. They ensure that designs are high‑quality, engineered to be cost‑competitive, and technically sound for retail environments, working closely with production teams. This role requires deep knowledge of sheet metal, wire forming, plastics (vacuum forming/injection molding), and wood fabrication.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Design & Engineering: Translate 3D renderings into actionable technical drawings, ensuring structural integrity and manufacturability for permanent fixtures (metal, wood, acrylic, injection‑molded plastic) for both domestic and overseas manufacturing, with a full detailed bill of materials.
• Material Optimization: Select and optimize materials based on customer requirements, durability, and cost‑effectiveness.
• Prototyping & Quality Control: Work with the production team to produce, review, and test prototypes, evaluating first‑off samples.
• Documentation: Create detailed assembly instructions and technical documentation for final production displays.
• Collaboration: Work with Account Managers and production to ensure designs meet customer expectations, timelines, and budgetary constraints.
• Technology Application: Utilize 3D software (SolidWorks, 3D Studio Max) to create renderings and technical packages.

Job Requirements

Education

• A.S., B.S., or BFA in Industrial Design or Mechanical Engineering – or equivalent industry experience. Recent and ongoing continued education with SolidWorks updates.

Experience

• 10–15+ years of experience in POP display engineering, specifically with permanent displays (steel, injection molding, or millwork).
• Portfolio demonstrates POP‑driven concepts utilizing permanent materials.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Experience utilizing 3D software (SolidWorks and/or Fusion).
• Excellent critical thinking skills.
• Strong problem‑solving skills.
• Knowledge of permanent materials.
• Ability to juggle multiple deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Familiar with Adobe Creative Suite.
• Fluency in MS Office.

Hybrid Work Environment

This position follows a hybrid work model. Required in‑office days will be based out of our West Allis, WI office.

Portfolio

Please attach a portfolio which demonstrates POP‑driven concepts utilizing permanent materials to your application.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings
• Paid time off and holidays
• Additional benefits

Quad is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a place of belonging – a space where employees do not need to sacrifice who they are to exist and grow in our workplace. Quad does not discriminate on any unlawful basis including race, religion, color, national origin, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Quad also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.

Drug‑Free Workplace.