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Newell Brands

Associate Industrial Designer

Newell Brands, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383

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Newell Brands

is a leading consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands like Graco®, Coleman®, Oster®, Rubbermaid®, Sharpie® and Yankee Candle® - and 24,000 talented teammates around the world. Our culture is built on values in action: Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership, and Leadership. We work together to win, grow, and make a real impact-supported by a high-performing, inclusive, and collaborative environment where you can be your best, every day.

Job Overview:

We seek a hungry, talented designer to create new product innovation. As an

Associate Industrial Designer

, you will bring consumer insight and stellar execution to design initiatives that harness cutting-edge technologies, integrating generative AI and emerging design tools into your workflow while ensuring each concept delivers real-world value.

You will have the chance to work across consumer product categories, from home goods and baby gear to outdoor equipment and kitchen appliances. Guided by leadership, you will collaborate with graphic designers, usability experts, CMF specialists, and engineers to take concepts from initial idea through to reality.

Responsibilities:

Support the development of new product concepts through sketching, 3D modeling, rendering, and prototyping.

Translate design briefs, consumer insights, and trend research into compelling product ideas.

Assist in the creation of design presentations and storytelling materials for internal and external stakeholders.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Marketing, Insights) to refine designs for feasibility and manufacturability.

Participate in brainstorming and ideation sessions, contributing fresh ideas and perspectives.

Build study models and mockups to explore form, ergonomics, and usability.

Ensure design intent is carried through during development, supporting senior designers as needed.

Apply design fundamentals such as proportion, balance, and aesthetics in daily project work.

Develop proficiency in digital design tools (2D + 3D) and continuously expand technical skills.

Maintain awareness of trends in consumer products, materials, and emerging technologies to inspire new design directions.

Qualifications:

Minimum: Bachelor's degree in Industrial Design

0 -3 years of relevant experience in corporate or consulting design

Demonstrated ability to work in team environments

Preferred experience:

Demonstrates

Aesthetic Sensibilities

through product form, detailing, and CMF with ability to rationalize concept selection

Shows

Consumer Empathy

through designs informed by articulated and unarticulated insights.

Demonstrates

Aesthetic Sensibilities

through product form, detailing, and CMF with ability to rationalize concept selection.

Shows

Consumer Empathy

through designs informed by articulated and unarticulated insights.

Utilizes clear

Design Context

with compelling prompts and basic LLM use. Proficient with ChatGPT, MS CoPilot.

Working knowledge of

Design Feasibility

with basic materials and manufacturing understanding.

Strong

2D Design

skills including essential sketching and Gen AI exploration. Proficient with Adobe Creative Suite, Midjourney, Vizcom or equivalents.

Working

3D Design

skills with basic CAD modeling, surfacing, rendering, and NURBS. Proficient with SolidWORKS, Rhino, Keyshot, Kaedim or equivalents.

Basic

Motion Design

for animations and video content supporting product storytelling. Proficient with Adobe Creative Suite, Runway or equivalents.

Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands, including Rubbermaid, Sharpie, Graco, Coleman, Rubbermaid Commercial Products, Yankee Candle, Paper Mate, FoodSaver, Dymo, EXPO, Elmer's, Oster, NUK, Spontex and Campingaz. We are focused on delighting consumers by lighting up everyday moments. Newell Brands and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.