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Team Position: Director of Industrial Design
Company: Muderlak Design, inc. (MDI) Position: Full - Time Location: Milwaukee (Third Ward), WI Starting Date: ASAP Contact: Vice President Website:
=AC=AC=AC=AC=AC=AC=AC=AC=AC=AC Career Description Muderlak Design, Inc (MDI) is seeking a talented, experienced, self-motivated and resourceful industrial designer (product designer) whom would aspire to collaborate in the innovation and leadership of MDI's future market expansion. The objective of this role is to both improve service and related products with current clientele and further develop MDI's market position through innovative products. The candidate will support in the leadership of the design team that orchestrates the development of third-party and MDI proprietary products. The responsibilities include creating optimum product design solutions through the balance of market research, prototype development, engineering, manufacturing, materials, aesthetic form and cost factors. The ability to communicate and demonstrate concepts by hand sketches and solid form models is a prerequisite (3D CAD is a bonus). In addition, the candidate would need to conduct and direct required research and testing to establish user focused product specifications and validate concepts. Lastly, the candidate would ensure that design language and intent is maintained throughout the development process to mass production. This position is NOT for an individual looking for a large company and a one-dimensional career. This opportunity requires a focused team player that is excited to lead, dedicate, multi-task, continually learn new skills and become a partner of a dynamic, entrepreneurial, evolving and exciting product development business. Job Requirements: =B7 Bachelor of Science (Fine Arts) degree in Industrial Design / Design Engineering =B7 Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in product development =B7 Knowledge of materials and processes associated with mass production, especially regarding plastics =B7 Mechanical aptitude and working knowledge of basic mechanisms =B7 Exceptional sketching and form development skills (prototypes) =B7 Lead Engineers to convert ideas into practical 3-D CAD models, applying aesthetics, human factors, manufacturability =B7 Mechanical aptitude for interpretation of mechanical drawing specifications =B7 Experience with design and graphics software SolidWorks, Illustrator, Photoshop, Alias =B7 Demonstrated track record of innovative and user need driven design
=B7 Strong organizational, time management and prioritization skills =B7 High-energy self-starter with a proactive approach to both team work and independent development =B7 Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills =B7 Ability to work under date-driven schedules and manage cross-functional development efforts Optional Requirements: =B7 Mechanical Engineering Aptitude =B7 AutoCad and ProE exposure
MDI Description Located in the heart of the artistic and thriving Third - Ward District of Milwaukee, MDI is a small corporation that has been innovating, designing and developing products for 29 years. It has and continues to design in a wide range of industries including; Medical, Computer, Athletic, Sports Therapy, Plumbing, Bathroom, Cosmetic, Government and Entertainment. Currently, MDI is designing and developing a wide range of products that are private labeled by some of the largest bathroom, kitchen and commercial consumer goods' companies in the world. MDI's primary initiative is to leverage its strong industry reputation and extensive experience to build its design and product service model to a wide range of new business horizons and proprietary products. MDI Vision and Mission Vision: Leading a team of multi -talented, dedicated and enthusiastic employees to innovate and develop practical market solutions for a wide range of industries.
Mission: Muderlak Design, Inc. is a full service product development company that creates an exciting, empowering, communicative and continuous learning team environment. All of which results in dedicated, efficient and proactive internal and external customer interaction. The resulting team environment leads to marketable, profitable and exciting products that incorporate an optimal blend of cotemporary design and practical human engineering.