Product Designer
Ferndale, MI - USA
Job Summary
At Superfeet wereDesigned for movement. Built to change lives. Thats not just our mission its the energy we bring to everything we do.
As Product Designer you will lead product design for Superfeet product concepts line extensions and new product development. This is anindividual contributor role (no current direct reports) and the primary internal design resource guiding internal efforts and external contractors/partners as needed. You will partner closely with the product team and other key internal stakeholders to translate consumer insight biomechanical intent brand strategy and commercial objectives into innovative manufacturable solutionsowning design intent from concept through commercialization in support of Superfeets mission to keep athletes everywhere moving.
- Own industrial design for assigned categories/projects from concept through production aligning consumer/athlete needs biomechanical intent brand strategy and business goals.
- Push the boundaries of design language form function and materials while maintaining performance goals and developing manufacturability
- Turn briefs research and market insight into clear concepts and product architecture that balance performance comfort durability aesthetics manufacturability and cost.
- Communicate design intent through sketches CAD renderings prototypes product specifications and presentations to drive fast aligned decisions.
- Partner cross-functionally (across Product Management Product Development Engineering Marketing Operations) to iterate concepts/samples and deliver launch-ready solutions.
- Support DFM cost and technical reviewsmaking smart tradeoffs without losing core design intent.
- Manage external design/visualization partners as needed; contribute to innovation workstreams; model Superfeet values and build trusted relationships.
- Strong design fundamentals and proficiency in sketching prototyping 3D CAD (Rhino preferred) rendering Adobe Creative Suite and technical communication.
- Ability to translate athlete and consumer insights and performance requirements into compelling manufacturable product concepts and design direction.
- Strong functional problem-solving skills including product architecture and line-building with the ability to clearly articulate design decisions and rationale.
- Knowledge of color materials finishes manufacturing processes construction prototyping tooling and production considerations.
- Ability to provide color material and finish direction and contribute to broader product and material strategies.
- Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to effectively collaborate across engineering development vendors and manufacturing partners.
- Strong organization and project management skills including the ability to align teams manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes.
- Passion for innovation sport and movement sustainable design and creating products that positively impact peoples lives.
Your Qualifications:
- People enjoy working with you
- You have aBachelors degree in Industrial/Product Design (or related)
- 5 years designing and developing physical consumer products (sporting goods/footwear/performance preferred).
- Proven experience owning products from initial concept through production.
- Demonstrated experience partnering effectively with engineering product development vendors and manufacturing teams.
- Portfolio demonstrating functional problem-solving product architecture and line-building and thoughtful design rationalenot aesthetics alone.
- Experience working with materials finishes manufacturing methods prototyping tooling and production processes.
Compensation: $85000.00 - $95000.00 per year paid bi-weekly Company & SMART Bonus opportunities
Location: Ferndale WA 98248 WA (Open to hybrid with in-person time spent in Ferndale)
Why JoinSuperfeet Worldwide
AtSuperfeet were fueled by performance innovation and a mission to help athletes move betterfrom the ground upultimately making a positive impact in their lives. As a leader in the insole industry we craft high-quality performance-driven insoles that support movement at every level from everyday activity to elite competitors.
We believe our employees are essential to that mission. We foster an inclusive collaborative environment that encourages growth sparks innovation and challenges the status quo every step of the way.
We take care of our team with the same commitment we bring to every product we make: we go all in. That means 100% employer-paid medical dental vision life insurance and EAP premiums so you can focus on what moves you. We build in time to recharge with paid holidays vacation sick leave and volunteer days to give back to your community. Looking ahead Weve got you covered with employer-matched 401(k) options (traditional or ROTH) and a $1000 annual donation to the charity of your choice. And to keep you performing at your beston and off the fieldyou and your family will receive free Superfeet insoles.
As part of our standard hiring process for new employees employment with Superfeet will be contingent upon the successful completion of a drug screen and background check. Candidates must be 18 years or older to apply.
All applicants and employees will enjoy equality of opportunity and fair treatment without regard to race color age religion pregnancy sex sexual orientation disability gender identity gender expression national origin genetic information veteran status marital status or prior protected activity.
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About Company
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