Product designer - home goods / furniture

Position Overview

We are seeking a creative and detail-oriented Product Designer to join our client's team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing innovative and functional products that enhance user experience and meet market needs. This role requires a passion for product design, strong technical skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

This is a remote or hybrid role that will be 6 months, 40 hours/week. Ideally, this candidate will be located in Arizona, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, Ohio, North Carolina or Texas.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop SKU-level designs from conception through final sample approval - that fit into the line plan to drive financial growth and profit, fit into seasonal concepts and big ideas, assortment strategies, price point (cost engineer) and overall creative direction
• Research and develop into seasonal and global trends, themes and styling and/or product form, function and manufacturing processes. Pre-develop new materials, shapes and finishes as requested for Concept Presentations.
• Work collaboratively with teams and communicate effectively through the design life-cycle, from sketch and CAD through to final sample approvals.
• Create innovative product designs from concept to final production using Rhino and other design software.
• Ensure designs comply with industry standards and are feasible for manufacturing.
• Manage and ensure each project's adherence to master calendar deadlines, utilizing strong organizational and scheduling skills.

Qualifications

• BFA or MA in Industrial Design, Furniture Design or any related design field.
• 3+ years experience in design/drafting and specifying furniture, lighting or home decor products in a fast-paced environment. Upholstery experience a plus.
• Proficiency in Rhino and other design software.
• Experience in furniture design, CAD design, or 3D design is a plus.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

In this position, you may have access to client or customer systems, confidential and/or proprietary information or data. This position is onsite and requires you to work closely with other individuals in a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

Creative Circle's Freelance Employee benefits package includes eligibility for Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) medical plan, dental/vision/term life package, discount prescription program, critical illness, accident, tele-behavioral health, and 401(k) plan. Sick leave is provided to Candidates whose assignment [work location](_postings.govdocs.com -23 EDeoO8rKMTHH24E&d=DwMF-g&c=0eTCB0nNi4K2jeP4BAvnzcTY3bBUzv8iW-Zx9Sm4vP0&r=i4pXjBcjGNJYUo-kETIN7vFPxgZX5xxYqH-mhElUdC4&m=77conARkWbDuO2y4J8LQ5QUa jad9lUkSwkcNtwz2oCGG3X1qzaI0Hej01o-ncv6&s=b23QfGDGPlVcn2bJqiFYbor6H498nvvDbQd0IPhRi68&e=){target="_blank" rel="noopener"} is in a state or city subject to sick leave laws. A Minimum Value (MV) PPO medical plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and paid holiday eligibility are based on length and dates of service.

Looking forward to receiving your resume through our website and going over the position with you. Clicking apply is the best way to apply, but you may also: Email your resume in Word to: [email protected] Please do NOT change the email subject line in any way. You must keep the JobID: : TW7-1873022 -- in the email subject line for your application to be considered. * Trevor Wood - Lead Recruiter For Creative Circle to represent you for this opportunity, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need of employer sponsorship for a non-immigrant vi