Architectural Product Designer

Acoufelt; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Opportunities for professional growth

Health and dental benefits

Retirement benefits

Job summary

A leading architectural solutions firm located in Auburn Hills is seeking an Architectural Product Designer. The role entails designing innovative products that align with brand identity and architectural goals, utilizing Rhino for 3D modeling. Candidates should have 3–5 years of experience in product design, possess strong visual communication skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively across teams. The position offers competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in product design, industrial design, or a related creative field.
• Strong proficiency in Rhino 3D modeling.
• Understanding of architectural products and physical space integration.
• Ability to translate concepts into viable product designs and communicate visually.

Responsibilities

• Design innovative products that align with brand identity.
• Gather inspiration from diverse industries and design trends.
• Develop accurate, detailed 3D models in Rhino.
• Develop accurate, detailed 3D models in Rhino for prototyping and production.
• Ensure designs meet aesthetic, functional, and manufacturability requirements.
• Maintain CAD standards and organized file management.

Skills

3–5 years of experience in product design

Proficiency in Rhino 3D modeling

Strong visual communication skills

Excellent collaboration skills

Visual communication

Cross‑functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Sustainability awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Design

Tools

Rhino 3D

Rendering tools

Job description

Overview

Welcome to Acoufelt, LLC. Acoufelt specializes in delivering high-quality soft architectural acoustics solutions tailored to the unique needs of our clients. We work with contractors, ceiling sub-contractors, designers, and architects to provide products that enhance and transform interior workspaces. Our portfolio includes a range of premium soft architectural materials and products designed for commercial projects.

Role

This role will focus on creating innovative product concepts that are both visually compelling and technically feasible, with a strong understanding of how Acoufelt’s products integrate into architectural finishes and physical spaces. The Architectural Product Designer will draw inspiration from diverse industries, customer feedback, and internal collaboration while bringing their own creativity and design sensibility to the process. You will use Rhino to develop accurate, detailed 3D models that will serve as the foundation for our Product Design Engineers to turn concepts into physical products.

Responsibilities

• Design innovative products that align with Acoufelt’s brand identity, performance standards, and architectural integration goals.
• Gather and interpret inspiration from diverse industries, current design trends, and market research.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including sales, marketing, and engineering, to incorporate customer feedback and business needs into designs.
• Develop accurate, detailed 3D models in Rhino to be used by Product Design Engineers for prototyping and production.
• Ensure designs meet aesthetic, functional, and manufacturability requirements.
• Work within established CAD standards and file management systems to maintain organized and accessible design data.
• Present design concepts through visuals, renderings, and presentations for internal review and external stakeholder engagement.
• Partner with Product Design Engineers during prototype reviews to refine designs based on testing and feedback.
• Stay informed on material innovations, sustainability trends, and manufacturing technologies relevant to Acoufelt’s products.

Required Abilities

• 3–5 years of experience in product design, industrial design, or a related creative field.
• Strong proficiency in Rhino 3D modeling; experience with rendering tools a plus.
• Understanding of architectural products and how they integrate into physical spaces.
• Demonstrated creativity and ability to translate conceptual ideas into viable product designs.
• Strong visual communication skills, including sketching, rendering, and presentation creation.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes and material selection for architectural or building products.
• Excellent collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills, particularly in file management.
• Knowledge of sustainability principles and their application to product design a plus.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, Architecture, or a related field required.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Opportunities for professional growth within a dynamic and growing company.
• Health, dental, and retirement benefits.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.