Industrial Designer

If you are a Industrial Designer professional looking for an opportunity to grow your career Emerson Tool Company has an exciting opportunity to join our Engineering team in St. Louis this role you will contribute to the creation of innovative market-relevant product designs within a collaborative cross-functional environment. You will partner closely with engineering marketing and global R&D teams to develop compelling product concepts that balance form function and user needs while supporting Emersons commitment to innovation integrity collaboration and inclusion.

Emerson Tool Company proudly manufactures Ridgid Wet/Dry Vacs ProTeam Commercial Products and related accessories.

This position may be filled at either the Industrial Designer or Senior Industrial Designer level depending on the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate. Candidates do not need to determine which level they are applying for. We encourage qualified candidates across the experience range to apply and the appropriate level will be considered during the selection process.

In This Role Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Create new product concept themes that enhance visual appeal and market differentiation while thoughtfully integrating mechanical and electrical innovations that address both met and unmet user needs
• Collaborate as part of a global R&D and Technology team to conceptualize new products features and commercial strategies
• Participate in market research activities interpret insights and translate data into highly desirable Human-centric product designs
• Ensure consistency in product design language across styling trade dress graphics and packaging
• Stay current with industrial design trends and apply insights to help keep the product portfolio competitive and relevant
• Develop and manage industrial design concepts appearance models and prototypes for new products
• Participate in external industrial design research initiatives including collaborative university studio projects

Who You Are
You build partnerships and work collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. You experiment to discover new solutions and learn quickly when facing new situations. You communicate effectively by providing timely relevant information and adjusting your approach to suit the audience and message. You plan and prioritize work by translating broader goals into clear actions that align with organizational objectives.

For This Role You Will Need:

• Bachelors degree in Industrial Design or equivalent BS or BA
• 2 years of experience designing high volume durable consumer products preferably appliances and/or tools with a knowledge of manufacturing and molding
• Demonstrated skills in industrial design including concept development visual storytelling and design execution
• Experience or foundational knowledge in designing high-volume durable consumer products with exposure to manufacturing and molding processes
• Strong conceptual sketching rendering and visualization skills using both manual techniques and digital tools
• Experience with 3D modeling in a CAD environment
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing with cross-functional partners and leaders at all levels
• Strong visual presentation and storytelling skills
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite
• Proficiency with KeyShot
• A portfolio or work samples that demonstrate design thinking creativity and technical capability
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship
• Domestic and international travel

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• 5 years of experience designing high volume durable consumer products
• Experience developing or contributing to a cohesive visual brand language
• A creative Human-centric approach to problem solving
• Interest in hands-on do-it-yourself projects or prototyping activities
• Experience using 3D CAD software (Siemens NX SolidWorks Shapr3D Rhino)
• Proficient in Adobe Photoshop Illustrator InDesign and Microsoft Office programs
• Ability to create physical prototypes and mockups. Experience with 3D printing and soft/sewn goods is a plus
• Knowledge of a Phase Gate system and preparing presentations
• Knowledge of plastic manufacturing processes and techniques

Our Culture and Commitment To You:

At Emerson we recognize that our people are our greatest strength. We are committed to creating an environment where employees feel valued supported and empowered to do their best work.

We offer competitive and flexible benefits designed to support your physical mental financial and social well-being including medical dental and vision coverage an Employee Assistance Program 401(k) tuition reimbursement employee resource groups recognition programs and more. Our commitment to work-life balance includes flexible time off paid parental leave vacation and company holidays.

At Emerson we foster a culture of respect inclusion and collaboration where diverse experiences and perspectives drive innovation and business success. We believe that an inclusive workplace encourages the exchange of ideas strengthens decision-making and helps us create better solutions for our customers and communities.

We are equally committed to professional development and lifelong learning. Our comprehensive development programs support growth at every career stage through onboarding technical and leadership training mentorship coaching project-based learning and on-the-job experiences that help employees achieve their full potential.