Mid-level Industrial Designer at Material Bank

New York, New York, United States

Material Bank Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Design, Technology, Fashion, Beauty, Consumer GoodsIndustries

Requirements

  • Passion for design with impeccable taste and a keen sense of aesthetics
  • Ability to translate brand values into captivating narratives, products, and experiences
  • Familiarity across multiple stages of physical product design and development (e.g., blue-sky ideation to design for manufacturing)
  • Experience in one or more categories: tech hardware & digital experiences, home appliances & decor, beauty/skincare/fragrance packaging, spatial environments, luxury goods, food & beverage, 360° brand application
  • Eternally curious, pushing limits of skills, researching new tools/techniques, and sharing self-improvement with the team
  • Finger on the pulse of trends in design, technology, arts, and culture
  • Strategic thinking, visionary storytelling, exceptional ideation through sketching, 3D modeling, rendering, physical prototyping
  • Understanding of manufacturing processes and materials
  • Ability to contribute to projects with moderate self-sufficiency, taking guidance from Senior Designers and Directors
  • Professionalism, courtesy, clarity, and efficiency in direct client contact (presentations, calls, messages)
  • Highly creative and strategic thinker and maker

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to the full design process: strategic thinking, inspiration-gathering, ideation, 3D modeling, physical prototyping, visual rendering, design for manufacturing, presentation crafting
  • Take on a variety of projects—sometimes simultaneously—from quick sprints to large, complex initiatives
  • Work with Senior Designers and Design Directors to understand & translate priorities and help define the creative vision
  • Mentor younger designers through example and direct guidance
  • Quickly surface project questions, challenges, or ambiguities to senior staff or Project Managers
  • Continuously improve hard and soft skills, surfacing interesting developments

Skills

Industrial Design
Product Development
Ideation
Design for Manufacturing
Tech Hardware
Physical Product Design
Aesthetics
Brand Strategy

Material Bank

Digital marketplace for building materials

About Material Bank

Material Bank operates a large online marketplace for building materials, catering to architects, designers, and construction professionals. Users can explore, sample, and order a variety of materials and products through the platform. The marketplace connects industry brands and manufacturers with professionals, generating revenue through partnerships and product listings. Material Bank enhances user experience with services like sample replenishment and project management tools. The company emphasizes integrity, clear communication, and sustainability, partnering with eco-friendly brands. Its goal is to simplify the material sourcing process for the architecture and design community by continuously expanding its offerings and improving its platform.

Miami, FloridaHeadquarters
2018Year Founded
$314.4MTotal Funding
SERIES_DCompany Stage
Consumer Software, Design, Consumer GoodsIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Disability Insurance
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
401(k) Retirement Plan
Flexible Work Hours
Hybrid Work Options

Risks

Increased competition from local distributors challenges Material Bank's market dominance.
European market expansion may face regulatory challenges and established local competitors.
Strategic shifts from new leadership could disrupt existing operations or partnerships.

Differentiation

Material Bank offers next-day delivery for samples ordered by midnight, enhancing convenience.
The platform integrates AI-driven search algorithms for improved material discovery and recommendations.
Material Bank collaborates with eco-friendly brands, emphasizing sustainability in its offerings.

Upsides

Expansion into Europe opens new markets and growth opportunities for Material Bank.
Integration of VR and AR tools enhances user experience and potentially increases conversion rates.
The mobile app caters to the growing demand for mobile solutions in the design industry.

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