Senior Industrial Designer

Job Type
Full-time
Description
Job Title: Senior Industrial Designer
Department: Product & Engineering
Reports To: Director of Product & Engineering
FLSA Status: Exempt
Compensation Base Range: $90,000.00 - $105,000.00 Annually
WHO WE ARE:
REP is a fitness equipment manufacturer founded in 2012 by two brothers with a shared passion for fitness, headquartered in Westminster, Colorado. We've grown from humble beginnings, selling bumper plates out of a 1,200-square-foot garage, to what is now over 300,000+ square feet of office and distribution space in the USA and internationally with a team of over 125+ dedicated fitness enthusiasts.
Our purpose is to "Improve Lives by Sharing our Passion for Strength". We do this by leading the way in Innovation, Customer Service, and Value. As a two-time INC 5000 growth company, our rapid growth has only been achieved through true start-up mentality and passion for what we do. One thing that separates us from the rest: our focus on building a culture around fitness. We specialize in outfitting home gyms, commercial gyms, and strength and conditioning facilities all over the world. Voted best home strength product launches in 2022 by Garage Gym Experiment.
We feel that being around like-minded people fuels creative energy and fosters a fun and collaborative work environment. This role will reside in our state-of-the-art headquarters with scenic views of the Rocky Mountains.
OUR CORE VALUES:
Think Like a Customer - We empathize with our customers; understand the ' why' behind every decision we make
Progress not Perfection - We don't let perfect get in the way of good ; we are better today than we were yesterday
Positive Attitude - Be a glass half-full kind of person and remember to have fun
Teamwork without Ego - We put the team above ourselves; we only win together
Take Initiative - We drive momentum; if there is an opportunity to make us better, we want to hear it
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU:
Our commitment to quality and transparency applies not only to our products, but to our people. We are focused on creating a fun, exciting, collaborative space that's centered around health and well-being. We empower everyone on our team to take control of their careers and balance their work and life in a modern, fast-paced environment.
We offer an exceptional compensation package which includes:
DAY ONE BENEFITS!

• Medical, Dental, Vision (100% premiums covered by REP for employee only coverage)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• LTD/STD, Life and AD&D (100% premiums covered by REP)
• 401k and Roth options with employer match up to 4%
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

RECHARGE YOURSELF!

• 3 weeks of PTO accrued during your first year
• 48 hours of sick leave annually
• 7 paid company holidays with an additional floating holiday
• Paid Parental leave after 6 months of employment
• Birthday - Paid day off

PUMPED-UP PERKS!

• Unique bonus structure that rewards exceptional individual performance as well as company-wide performance
• Full access to employee gym
• Employee discount on REP equipment and apparel
• Daily snacks and drinks provided by REP (for onsite employees)
• 'Fitness' casual attire
• Company and team building events
• Professional growth and development within the organization
• LIFE-WORK balance

Requirements
ABOUT THE ROLE:
As the Lead Product Industrial Designer, you will play a pivotal role in leading the design of innovative products from concept to production. You will be the bridge between concept art and the physical world. By enhancing REP's Industrial Design Standards, the candidate will ensure cohesion across all product portfolios. They will also be responsible for inspiring limited-edition launches and keeping up with trends inside and outside the fitness industry.
There will be close collaboration with cross-functional teams, including engineering and marketing, to ensure the seamless execution of design concepts. The primary focus will be on driving the industrial design aspects of our products using SOLIDWORKS 3D Modeling software. There will also be ownership for the complete product package including the instruction manuals, external packaging design, and product renderings used for marketing and REP's website. This workload will be completed by leading a team of Industrial Designers and Drafters.
*All applicants will be required to submit a portfolio showcasing examples of their work for consideration.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Lead Design Initiatives: take ownership of the end-to-end industrial design process, from ideation to final product, ensuring that design objectives and complete product packages are met within specified timelines and budget constraints.
• SolidWorks Proficiency: utilize your expertise in SolidWorks to create detailed 3D models, renderings, and technical drawings that communicate design intent and facilitate seamless collaboration with engineering teams.
• Team Collaboration: work closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, marketing, and manufacturing, to ensure alignment on design objectives and successful product development.
• Design Innovation: stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and design innovations to bring fresh and innovative ideas to the product development process.
• Quality Assurance: implement and maintain design standards to ensure the highest level of quality in the final product, with a keen eye for detail and precision.
• Documentation: create comprehensive design documentation, including color, material and finish documents CMFs, marketing requirements documents MRDs, and Design standards, to guide the development of cohesive product development.
• Product Listings: use Solidworks Visualize to setup product configurations
• Packaging Artwork & Instruction Manuals: Oversee the creation and approve all product packaging artwork and instruction manuals to give a positive first impression.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead: Assigns, trains, schedules or oversees work of others.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, or a related field
• At least 7 years of proven experience as an Industrial Designer with a standout portfolio showcasing impactful and innovative product designs. Experience in consumer products is highly preferred
• At least 1 year managing or leading other team members
• Experience using 3D CAD Modeling and Rendering Software (SolidWorks is a plus)
• Experience in Adobe Illustrator
• Experience making Product Instructional Manuals and Packaging Artwork
• Strong leadership skills with experience in leading design teams
• Exceptional communication and presentation abilities
• Experience with ergonomics and the art and science of design thinking
• A deep understanding of industry trends
• Experience with Design for Manufacturing. Sheet Metal and plastic parts are a plus

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Action Oriented - Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy and enthusiasm
• Resourcefulness - Securing and deploying resources effectively and efficiently
• Collaborates - building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives
• Self-Development - Actively seeking new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development channels
• Manages Ambiguity - Operating effectively, even when things are not certain or the way forward is not clear
• Optimizes Work Processes - Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement
• Communicates effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences
• Demonstrates Self-Awareness - Using a combination of feedback and reflection to gain productive insight into personal strengths and weaknesses
• Ensures accountability - Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments
• Cultivates Innovation - Creating new and better ways for the organization to be successful

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly required to sit and use hands to operate telephone, type and operate computer and mouse. Physical effort may include stooping, kneeling, touching, feeling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions. The employee is frequently required to talk, hear, and bend and twist neck. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and rarely lift and/or move up to 100 pounds assisted. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision.
REP provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, REP complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
This specification is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned. Ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated commitment to effective customer service delivery, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at REP.
Salary Description
$90,000 - $105,000 Annually