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Contract Industrial Designer

Design Observer, Chicago, IL, United States


Choi Design Group is expanding and we’re looking for a highly skilled Industrial Designer who is ready to jump in, project manage, and help drive bold ideas forward.

We’re a fast-moving, future-focused design consultancy based in near downtown Chicago, with over 30 years of experience delivering impactful work across tech, medical, industrial, and consumer products. Our team thrives at the intersection of creativity, strategy, and execution and we’re looking for someone who does the same.

This is an opportunity to work on meaningful, forward-thinking projects where your ideas won’t just be heard, they’ll shape real-world outcomes.

What You’ll Do

Lead ideation and concept development with clarity, creativity, and speed

Create compelling, high-level sketches and visual narratives that communicate ideas effectively

Collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team to bring concepts to life

Translate complex client needs into insight-driven design solutions

Deliver high-quality work with precision, accountability, and momentum

What We’re Looking For We’re seeking a designer who combines strong creative vision with professional rigor—someone who can both think big and execute at a high level.

2-5 years of professional industrial design experience

Exceptional form development, aesthetics, and design sensibility

Advanced Proficiency In

SolidWorks

KeyShot

Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)

Strong sketching and visualization skills showing you can communicate ideas quickly and clearly

Experience with AI-driven design tools and workflows

Proven ability to collaborate, take direction, and elevate the work through iteration

A high degree of time management, reliability, and professionalism

Why Join Us?

Work on cutting‑edge, cross‑industry projects

Be part of a collaborative, design‑driven culture

Flexible hybrid work environment

Competitive compensation

How to Apply Send your resume and portfolio to jobs@choidesign.com. Subject line: Industrial Design Position.

Employment eligibility requires legal authorization to work in the United States. CHOI Design Group is unable to sponsor employment visas at this time.

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