Product Development Specialist-Lighting (Retail Consumer Focused)

Dawnrise INC.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Dawnrise INC. is seeking a Product Designer to shape the future of our lighting collections. You will design consumer-focused lighting products for retail, balancing aesthetics with technical feasibility.

Collaborate with marketing, engineering, and manufacturing, develop sketches, 3D models, and prototypes, and stay ahead of trends in materials and sustainable design. This role also involves developing and managing PLM and catalog, ensuring brand consistency across major retailers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in product design.
• Strong understanding of retail market trends and consumer behavior.
• Experience with prototyping, material selection, and manufacturing processes.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Passion for blending creativity with data-driven design decisions.
• Mandarin and English speaking is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct consumer research to understand trends, preferences, and pain points in home lighting.
• Design innovative, aesthetically appealing, and functional lighting products for retail.
• Develop sketches, 3D models, and prototypes to visualize design concepts.
• Collaborate with marketing, engineering, and manufacturing teams to ensure product feasibility and brand consistency.
• Stay updated on industry trends, materials, and sustainable design practices.
• Work closely with major retailers to align designs with market demand and brand expectations.
• Test and refine designs based on consumer feedback and usability studies.
• Develop and manage PLM
• Manage product catalog

Skills

Consumer research

Brand alignment

Communication

Presentation

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Design

Tools

SolidWorks

Rhino

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

We are a fast-growing company specializing in innovative lighting solutions for major retailers. Our products combine functionality, aesthetics, and consumer-driven design to enhance living spaces. We are looking for a creative and research-drivenProduct Designerto join our team and help shape the future of our lighting collections.

Position Overview:

As aProduct Designer, you will be responsible for designing lighting products that resonate with consumers and perform well in retail environments. This role requires a balance of creativity, consumer research, and technical design expertise to create products that are not only visually appealing but also meet customer needs and market trends.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct consumer research to understand trends, preferences, and pain points in home lighting.
• Design innovative, aesthetically appealing, and functional lighting products for retail.
• Develop sketches, 3D models, and prototypes to visualize design concepts.
• Collaborate with marketing, engineering, and manufacturing teams to ensure product feasibility and brand consistency.
• Stay updated on industry trends, materials, and sustainable design practices.
• Work closely with major retailers to align designs with market demand and brand expectations.
• Test and refine designs based on consumer feedback and usability studies.
• Develop and manage PLM
• Manage product catalog

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in product design, preferably in consumer goods or lighting.
• Strong understanding of retail market trends and consumer behavior.
• Proficiency in design software (e.g., SolidWorks, Rhino, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite).
• Experience with prototyping, material selection, and manufacturing processes.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Passion for blending creativity with data-driven design decisions.
• Mandarin and English speaking is preferred.

Why Join Us?

• Work with a collaborative and innovative team shaping the future of retail lighting.
• Opportunity to bring fresh, consumer-driven designs to major retailers.
• Competitive salary, benefits, and career growth opportunities.