Associate Industrial Designer

Founded in 2011, Ledge Lounger Inc. (“Ledge”) is a pioneering luxury pool and patio furniture company that has set new standards in outdoor living. With a strong commitment to innovation, quality, and elegant design, Ledge has quickly risen to prominence in the industry. Our core values – Loyalty, Ethics, Drive, Grace, and Evolve – underpin every aspect of our business, and we're dedicated to fostering a positive and collaborative work environment where these values thrive.

Over the years, Ledge has earned numerous accolades, including multiple appearances on the Inc. 5000 list for fastest growing companies and the prestigious Global Award from Good Design, a testament to our exceptional craftsmanship and design principles. Additionally, Ledge has continuously appeared on Houston's 50 Best Places to Work lists for the past 6 years in a row. As we continue to evolve and inspire outdoor spaces worldwide, our passion for quality, creativity, and customer satisfaction remains at the forefront of our journey.

Job Overview:

As an Associate Industrial Designer, your general responsibilities will include using creativity and sense of style to design outdoor furniture and innovative products that meet consumer needs and exceed their expectations. Responsible for staying up-to-date with current and future trends in furniture, such as materials, colors, textures and manufacturing processes. Your duties will also include having proficient-level CAD experience (SolidWorks and Rhino) to create detailed designs that can be used in the production process.

Key Responsibilities:

• Market research: Conducts in-depth research on existing markets, competitors, trends and manufacturing techniques. Analyze findings and produce concise, detailed and articulate briefs to help guide initial design concepts.
• Conceptualization and Product Development: Develop innovative product concepts aligned with Ledge's outdoor lifestyle brand as well as help drive new innovation. Drive new product ideas from conceptualization through production, ensuring high-end quality and aesthetic appeal.
• CAD Modeling and Visualization: Create highly accurate CAD models for visualization, prototyping, and production purposes. Generate marketing collateral and manufacturing-ready files using software such as Solidworks and Rhino3D. Proficiency in photorealistic rendering software like Keyshot and VRay is essential.
• Creative Proficiency and Adaptability: Demonstrate strong creativity and a genuine passion for stylish furniture and outdoor living spaces. Thrive in a fast-paced environment that requires both methodical precision and creative conceptualization. Adapt seamlessly to changes in workflow and pivot between projects with ease.
• Sketching and Communication Skills: Showcase highly skilled communicative concept sketching abilities to convey design ideas effectively. Possess excellent communication skills, both verbal and visual, to articulate concepts persuasively to internal teams and stakeholders.
• Technical Aptitude and Problem-Solving: Interpret mechanical documents and drawings with precision, demonstrating a deep understanding of general construction, mechanical principles, and fastening methods. Exhibit strong problem-solving skills and a quick learning ability to improvise and adapt to evolving project requirements.
• Attention to Detail and Quality Improvement: Maintain and improve the quality of existing product lines by consistently delivering designs that align with Ledge's aesthetic and functional standards. Uphold a methodical approach with a keen attention to detail, ensuring designs meet safety requirements and aesthetic principles while striving for a safe and tidy work environment.
• Equipment/Tools/Shop/3D printer maintenance: Proficient in tools and general maintenance and upkeep of design and shop equipment. Including desktop and large format 3D printers. Maintains consumables inventory and ensures adequate stock.
• Other product development responsibilities: Willingness to take on other product development responsibilities as required.

• A bachelor's degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, or a related field is preferred.
• Strong sketching and conceptualization abilities to communicate design ideas effectively, both visually and verbally.
• Proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) software, (Solidworks, Rhino3D) for creating 3D models and technical drawings.
• Well-rounded knowledge of model making: including 3D printing, using wood and metal tools, finished prototyping techniques.
• Work hours are Monday - Friday, 8am – 5pm.

At Ledge, we value diversity and inclusion and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals. We offer a competitive salary, benefits package, and the opportunity to work with a dynamic team in a positive and supportive work environment.