Senior Industrial Designer

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. Lead the industrial design of the TeraWave User Terminal device, including form factor, surface design, materials, finishes, and CMF strategy .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $145,188 - $203,263 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in industrial design for consumer hardware, with a strong focus on 3D CAD tools, materials knowledge, and collaboration with engineering teams. Proven ability to manage the full product lifecycle from concept to production while ensuring alignment with brand identity and technical requirements.

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Industrial Design3D CAD ProficiencyProduct Lifecycle ManagementCollaboration With Engineering TeamsMaterials Knowledge

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Hard Skills

3D CAD ToolsAutodesk AliasFusion 360RhinoSolidWorksDigital SketchingHand RenderingInjection MoldingCNC MachiningDFM/DFA Principles

Soft Skills

CollaborationPresentation SkillsProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

CAD Surface ModelsPrototyping ToolsFinish Samples

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Industrial DesignMaster's Degree in Product Design

Industry Keywords

Consumer HardwareOutdoor ProductsRF-Sensitive EnclosuresIP-Rated EnclosuresBrand Identity

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the industrial design of the TeraWave User Terminal device, including form factor, surface design, materials, finishes, and CMF strategy
Develop design concepts, sketches, renderings, and 3D models
Collaborate with mechanical engineers on design feasibility, manufacturability, DFM, and structural integrity
Partner with electrical/RF engineers to preserve antenna performance, thermal management, and technical requirements
Create and maintain design specifications and CAD surface models for downstream engineering
Design enclosures, mounting mechanisms, cable management, ports, indicator lights, and branding elements
Build and evaluate physical prototypes and mockups to validate ergonomics, aesthetics, and usability
Work with vendors and suppliers on finish samples, tooling feasibility, and prototype builds
Ensure alignment with brand identity and product design language
Support design validation testing, including fit/finish, drop-test appearance, and weatherability of cosmetic surfaces
Present design concepts and rationale to leadership and cross-functional stakeholders for alignment and sign-off

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, or a related field
5+ years of experience in industrial design for consumer hardware products
Experience designing outdoor or semi-outdoor consumer hardware is a strong plus
Experience taking a product from concept through production (full product lifecycle)
Strong proficiency in 3D CAD/surfacing tools such as Autodesk Alias, Fusion 360, Rhino, and SolidWorks
Strong digital and hand sketching/rendering skills
Deep understanding of injection molding, CNC machining, sheet metal, and related manufacturing processes
Knowledge of materials and finishes suited for consumer electronics and outdoor-rated hardware
Familiarity with DFM/DFA principles
Ability to collaborate with mechanical engineering teams
Understanding of thermal, RF, and structural constraints as they relate to industrial design
Strong portfolio showcasing shipped consumer hardware products, required for application
Experience designing products with external antennas or RF-sensitive enclosures preferred
Experience with ruggedized or outdoor consumer products and IP-rated enclosures preferred
Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident/current Green Card holder, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum
Blue's Standard Background Check required for all positions

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance
Paid parental leave
Short- and long-term disability
401(k) with a company match of up to 5%
Education Support Program
Stock Options for all regular employees working at least 20 hours/week
Up to four (4) weeks of Paid Time Off per year based on weekly scheduled hours
Up to 14 company-paid holidays
Potential benefits and bonuses based on role type, job level, individual contributions, company results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion