Senior Industrial Designer

Job Description: Senior Industrial Designer/Product Designer

Company: Oizom Instruments Pvt Ltd

Location: Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India

Job Summary:

Oizom Instruments Pvt Ltd, a leader in environmental monitoring solutions, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced
Senior Industrial Designer/Product Designer

to join our innovative R&D team. This pivotal role requires a visionary designer with a deep understanding of design engineering principles, exceptional project management capabilities, and proven leadership skills. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the transformation of concepts into tangible, market-ready products, ensuring design excellence, manufacturability, and user-centricity across the entire product development lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design Leadership & Vision:
• Lead the industrial design process from concept generation to final product realization for complex hardware and IoT devices.
• Define and champion design aesthetics, user experience, and brand language for all new products.
• Collaborate closely with R&D, engineering, marketing, and manufacturing teams to ensure design intent is maintained throughout the development process.
• Design Engineering & Prototyping:
• Possess a comprehensive understanding of various manufacturing processes (e.g., injection molding, sheet metal fabrication, machining, 3D printing) and material properties, ensuring designs are optimized for production, cost, and reliability.
• Translate design concepts into detailed CAD models (3D and 2D), ensuring adherence to engineering specifications and DFM/DFA (Design for Manufacturability/Assembly) principles.
• Oversee rapid prototyping efforts, conduct design validation, and iterate based on testing and feedback.
• Project Management & Execution:
• Take ownership of entire design projects, including scope definition, resource allocation, budget adherence, and timeline management.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, tracking progress and proactively identifying and mitigating risks.
• Present design concepts, progress updates, and final solutions to stakeholders, effectively communicating design rationale and technical details.
• Team & Timeline Management:
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of junior designers and collaborate effectively with cross-functional engineering teams.
• Manage project timelines rigorously, ensuring on-time delivery of design milestones and alignment with overall product roadmaps.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performance design environment.
• Innovation & Problem Solving:
• Identify opportunities for innovation in product design, user interaction, and manufacturing processes.
• Proactively solve complex design challenges, balancing aesthetic appeal with functional requirements and technical constraints.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitor products to drive continuous improvement in design.
• Stakeholder Communication:
• Effectively communicate design concepts, technical specifications, and project statuses to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in industrial design or product design, with a strong portfolio showcasing successful product launches in the hardware/electronics domain.
• Expert proficiency in industry-standard CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Fusion 360, Rhino, KeyShot).
• Demonstrable experience in the full product development lifecycle, from ideation to mass production.
• Proven track record of managing multiple design projects concurrently and meeting deadlines.

Qualities with Leadership & Depth Knowledge:

• Visionary Leader:

Ability to articulate a compelling design vision and inspire others to achieve it.
- Strategic Thinker:

Possesses a holistic view of product development, understanding how design impacts engineering, manufacturing, marketing, and the end-user experience.
- Exceptional Communicator:

Articulates complex design ideas clearly and persuasively, both verbally and visually.
- Problem Solver Extraordinaire:

Approaches challenges with a creative and analytical mindset, developing innovative and practical solutions.
- Detail-Oriented & Perfectionist:

Pays meticulous attention to detail in all aspects of design and execution.
- Empathetic & User-Centric:

Deep understanding of user needs and behaviors, consistently designing with the end-user in mind.
- Proactive & Self-Driven:

Takes initiative, anticipates needs, and drives projects forward with minimal supervision.
- Collaborative Team Player:

Works effectively in a multidisciplinary environment, fostering strong relationships and promoting cross-functional synergy.
- Adaptable & Resilient:

Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, embracing change and overcoming obstacles.
- In-depth Design Engineering Knowledge:

Beyond aesthetics, a profound understanding of mechanics, materials, CMF (Color, Material, Finish), and manufacturing processes is crucial to transform abstract ideas into production-ready designs.
- Project Ownership & Accountability:

Demonstrates a strong sense of responsibility for project success, from concept to launch.

If you are a passionate and experienced Senior Industrial Designer/Product Designer ready to make a significant impact on innovative products, we encourage you to apply and join the Oizom team