Industrial Designer

Company: MAT Holdings, Inc.
Location: Jackson
Posted on: August 5, 2022

Job Description:

Company DescriptionEstablished in 1984 as Midwest Air Technologies, Inc. (MAT Holdings, Inc.) is a $1.5 billion multi-national company with manufacturing operations, distribution centers and sourcing offices worldwide. The company's core businesses include the production, sales and service of products in the fencing and hardware, automotive and power equipment sectors. MAT is a family of companies and products offering countless opportunities enabled by our global presence in 12 countries and 14,000 employees.Job DescriptionIndustrial designers work with other professionals in designing ideas for clients and turning those ideas into new products. This key role will assist the Sales, Marketing and Engineering teams in the creation of conceptual designs for the development of new products and leading improvements to existing products. Ergonomics, Brand Identity, Aesthetics, Product Safety and Durability are all major considerations for new products.Principle Responsibilities

• Create 3D models from concept to production with materials which may include:
  • Sheet metal
  • Weldments
  • Die castings
  • Powdered metal parts
  • Injection molded parts
  • Final product assemblies using PTC CREO CAD software.
  • Create and maintain an archive for models, renderings and brand guidelines for various customers.
  • Develop renderings and presentations for internal and external customer meetings.
  • Recommend product improvements and cost reduction opportunities.
  • Work with internal teams and external suppliers to present new designs and accept feedback to reach final design status for tooling release.
  • Transfer CAD and electronic files to vendors in the most usable format i.e. (.stp, .stl, .dwg, .dxf, .psd, etc---)
  • Communicate design information as needed between internal and external customers.
  • Work within per-established deadlines, design requirements, performance specifications, and target costs.
  • Assist with the creation of packaging designs.
  • Complete other duties as assigned.Qualifications
    • Ability to meet attendance standards. All full-time employees are required to work a 40-hr week. At times, it may be necessary to work additional hours in order to get the required tasks accomplished to meet deadlines.
    • While no control of others exists, when in discussion with others, this position must display tact, diplomacy, and respect. He or she must listen to, acknowledge and respond to issues in a timely fashion.
    • Must know Windows and Microsoft Office software products.
    • Fluency with PTC Creo, Key Shot, Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photo Shop
    • Highly motivated, well organized.
    • Maintain high personal standards of quality.
    • Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written skills.
    • Creativity, initiative, and problem solving skills are necessary.Education/Experience
      • Bachelor's degree in Industrial Design.
      • A minimum of 5-10 years of experience is preferred.
      • Must have experience using PTC Creo or related CAD software.
      • Experience with rendering software to convert 3D CAD into photorealistic renderings
      • Experience in plastic injection molding design would be a plus.Additional InformationAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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