Are you a highly skilled Product Designer with a passion for bringing innovative products to life? A leading brand in premium kitchen appliances is seeking two talented Contract Product Designers to join their team onsite in the SF Bay Area. This is an exciting 3-month contract opportunity to contribute to the development of a new, high-profile product that will complement their existing line of acclaimed coffee and tea makers.

You'll be working alongside a respected team in product design and development, known for their exceptional track record in delivering cutting-edge consumer products. This is a chance to collaborate with a visionary leader and make a tangible impact.

Responsibilities:

As a Product Designer, you will be instrumental in the design and development of complex mechanical systems and components. Your responsibilities will include:

• Creating detailed 3D models, CAD designs, and engineering drawings.
• Designing for various manufacturing processes, including injection molded plastics, compression molded elastomers, die-cast aluminum, investment cast steel, and sheet metal.
• Developing intricate designs involving positive pressure and high-temperature fluid paths.
• Executing robust mechanism design.
• Performing tolerance analysis to ensure design integrity.
• Conducting structural FEA as needed (expected to be minimal).
• Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to ensure designs meet product specifications, technical requirements, and business goals.
• Performing testing and characterization of your own designs to validate performance against product specifications.
• Soliciting and incorporating Design for Manufacturability (DFM) feedback from Asian manufacturing partners.
• Ensuring all product designs comply with relevant safety, regulatory, and industry standards.

Qualifications:

• Proficiency in Onshape is preferred, but strong experience with Creo or SolidWorks (SWX) will also be considered.
• Proven experience in product design, particularly with consumer goods.
• A strong portfolio showcasing your ability to design for various manufacturing processes.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, onsite environment.