Associate Industrial Designer - Outdoor Power Equipment Team

Associate Industrial Designer - Power Tools & Equipment

On-site - Brookfield, Wisconsin

Milwaukee Tool is looking for an entry level Industrial Designer to join its in-house design team. Our product line is continually expanding; come join a growing creative team that is building a portfolio of advanced products.

If you are passionate about innovation and user-centered design, we encourage you to apply.

What You'll Be Doing -

As an Associate Industrial Designer, you will develop high-performance products focused on the outdoor service professional. You will engage deeply with user needs, exploring forms and functions to enhance the interaction between users and tools.

Daily responsibilities -

Collaborate with designers and cross-functional teams (engineering, marketing, manufacturing) to support the development of new product concepts.

Create sketches, 3D models, prototypes, and renderings to visualize ideas.

Participate in user research, competitive analysis, and trend forecasting to inform design direction.

Support the refinement of designs based on feedback, testing, and engineering requirements.

Assist with documentation for production, including CAD drawings, CMF specifications, and technical handoffs.

Maintain organized design files and contribute to design libraries and material resources.

Qualifications -

• Bachelor's degree in industrial design or equivalent from an accredited university.

• Strong conceptual thinking, sketching, and ideation skills.

• A portfolio that demonstrates your start to finish process, creativity, and technical skills (please provide a link to your website or sample portfolio with your application).

• Experience with 3D design software such as Blender, SolidWorks, Fusion 360, or Rhino is a strong advantage, though not a strict requirement.

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and familiarity with rendering tools like KeyShot or Blender is highly valued.

• Basic understanding of materials, manufacturing processes, and ergonomics.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

• A team player with curiosity, initiative, and a desire to grow in a fast-paced environment.

• Open to domestic and international travel as needed.

About Milwaukee - Celebrating 100 years of Innovation

Founded in 1924, Milwaukee Tool has led the industry in developing innovative solutions that deliver productivity and unmatched durability for professional user. Through our M12 and M18 cordless systems, M12 and M18 FUEL products, jobsite lighting, time-saving accessories, or innovative hand tools and storage solutions, we are dedicated to advancement with cutting-edge, trade-specific tools.

If you're ready to take the next step, please send us a link to your resume/portfolio or website along with your application.