Mid-Level Industrial Designer

About the Role

Join a dynamic team at PA Consulting's studio in County Wicklow, Ireland, as a Mid-Level Industrial Designer. Collaborate with researchers, engineers, and prototypers to develop innovative products for leading consumer, professional, and healthcare brands. The ideal candidate is passionate about crafting impactful, market-leading designs that resonate with users and clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop consumer electronics and similar products intended for mass production.
• Engage in research and extract valuable insights that fuel innovative solutions.
• Construct persuasive design narratives that reflect brand identity and target audiences.
• Present and defend design concepts confidently alongside team members to clients.
• Create exceptional product concepts spanning diverse industries.
• Apply strategic thinking to guide clients toward effective solutions.
• Exhibit a keen aesthetic sense and meticulous attention to detail.
• Design comprehensive user experiences.
• Incorporate sustainability considerations when generating new concepts.
• Continuously refine creative, technical, and communication skills.
• Efficiently navigate between traditional craft and digital design tools to enhance workflows.
• Collaborate openly and constructively with colleagues and clients.
• Lead with creativity, demonstrating a sense of urgency in project delivery.
• Strive to achieve the highest quality standards for client and customer satisfaction.

Our Team and Environment

Work within a supportive and forward-thinking team equipped with full R&D facilities including studios, workshops, and labs that foster creativity and rapid prototype development. PA’s Irish studio is nestled in the scenic 'Garden of Ireland' with access to outdoor activities and close proximity to Bray’s vibrant seafront and Dublin City Center.

Qualifications and Skills

• Strong portfolio demonstrating industrial design expertise, thoughtful process, and methodology.
• Bachelor’s degree in industrial design.
• Preferably two years of professional experience in a design consultancy or agency.
• Proficient in hand sketching and craft modeling.
• Exceptional aesthetic awareness.
• Empathy for users’ needs, motivations, and behaviors.
• Skilled in three-dimensional design software such as Rhino, SolidWorks, and Keyshot or equivalents.
• Experienced with a range of design tools including Miro, Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, and collaboration platforms like Teams.
• Ability to capture brand values and develop compelling design stories.
• Previous work with consumer or healthcare brands is advantageous but not mandatory.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills capable of articulating and persuading audiences.
• In-depth knowledge of trends and new developments in design and creativity sectors.
• Understanding of engineering principles and manufacturing processes.
• Passionate and knowledgeable about emerging technologies such as AI, machine learning, generative AI, and extended reality, and their influence on design.

Additional Information

Life at PA focuses on enriching employee experiences through meaningful work, growth opportunities, and diversity and inclusion. The company supports well-being with benefits including private healthcare, generous leave policies, pension schemes, annual bonuses, share ownership, and tax-efficient programs. PA Consulting is dedicated to equal opportunity employment and accommodating applicants throughout the recruitment process.