Industrial Designer London, England
XYZ Reality
Full Time
London, England
10.56 - 12.04 GBP Today
Job description
About XYZ
XYZ Reality is on a mission to eliminate rework and reduce errors, pioneering the Construction Industry with the world’s most accurate Augmented Reality (AR) headset, the Atom.
Harnessing the power of the Atom, construction teams can now view and position 3D BIM models on-site to 5mm accuracy, validate in real-time and make immediate decisions in the field during all phases of construction. This cutting-edge tool makes the entire construction journey safer and more efficient, reducing waste, de-risking processes, and allowing construction teams to build it right, first time.
The Role
We are on the lookout for a talented full-time Midweight Industrial Designer to join our fast-growing product development team.
We are on the lookout for a talented full-time Midweight Industrial Designer to join our fast-growing product development team.
You will be responsible for end-to-end creative process of designing, prototyping, and productionising for our construction tech products. You will work closely with the R&D, Hardware, UI/UX, and Industrial/Mechanical Design team peers to design highly functional and aesthetically pleasing devices with a focus on product experience.
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
This Industrial Design role with work alongside our Lead Product Designer and design and engineering teams. You will be expected to contribute to all aspects of the design process from research, ideation, prototyping, through to design for manufacturing. You will be expected to have a strong understanding of design principles, materials, and manufacturing processes to execute a Premium Augmented Reality HMD platform and supporting accessory devices.
This Industrial Design role with work alongside our Lead Product Designer and design and engineering teams. You will be expected to contribute to all aspects of the design process from research, ideation, prototyping, through to design for manufacturing. You will be expected to have a strong understanding of design principles, materials, and manufacturing processes to execute a Premium Augmented Reality HMD platform and supporting accessory devices.
This is a hands-on roll will cover the following key areas:
- Create design concepts for Augmented Reality construction technology products that meet user experience needs and are aligned with the company's brand and design language.
- Produce detailed product designs using 2D and 3D design software
- Design products and accessories that create a strong and consistent customer journey, from discovery and ordering to delivery, operation, and end-of-life.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure design solutions are technically feasible and meet engineering, manufacturing, and safety requirements.
- Collaboration with suppliers and manufacturing partners to support DFM/DFA activities
- Conduct research and stay up-to-date with industry trends and new materials, processes, and technologies.
- Generate prototypes, mock-up’s, and samples for product testing and evaluation.
- Develop detailed product specifications, including material selection, manufacturing processes, and product testing requirements.
- Communicate design ideas and solutions effectively with team members, stakeholders, and vendors.
- Ensure that all designs are delivered on-time, within budget and specification, and to the required quality standards.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
Skills and Knowledge
- Strong portfolio showcasing your design skills and process across sketching, rendering, 3D CAD modelling, prototyping and DFM.
- An Eye for design aesthetics that balances with technical feasibility throughout the design process.
- Proficient in 2D and 3D design software, such as SolidWorks, Keyshot and Adobe Creative Suite applications.
- Ability to work with complex geometry, complex GA assemblies and understanding of CAD/Design data management.
- Experience designing electro-mechanical consumer products, having an appreciation for the constraints of electronic integration within ergonomic and aesthetic form factors of complex products.
- Experience working on ergonomic head worn/handheld devices preferable.
- Experience interpreting anthropometric data inputs to guarantee desirable user ergonomics for head worn and handheld devices.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Good knowledge of prototyping and manufacturing processes and materials.
- Experience at the DFM/DFA end of the design process.
- Understanding of mechanical engineering and technical design principles for premium-end products and ability to develop look and feel that exudes quality across every touch point.
- Experience with physical prototyping and testing both for technical functionality as well as for experience/ergonomics and user focussed research activities.
Career experience
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Industrial Design or related field.
- At least 3-5 years of experience in Industrial/Product Design, preferably in the body/head worn AR/VR technology industries.
- Experience working in injection moulded electro-mechanical consumer products.
- Experience designing PPE/Safety focussed products is a bonus
- 3+ years Solidworks experience in industry
- Experience seeing projects through the entire design process from concept to production.
- Experience collaboratively working with adjacent development teams (Electronics, mechanical engineering, R&D, Software)
Employee Benefits
- Playing a valuable part in revolutionising the construction industry
- Access to private healthcare through Vitality Health
- Competitive Salary + Share Options
- 25 days paid holiday plus bank holidays.
- Central London Location, Easily Accessible
- Modern friendly environment
- Fast paced, start-up culture
- Perks available through our Employee Perkbox
XYZ Reality
http://www.xyzreality.com
London, United Kingdom
Unknown / Non-Applicable
51 to 200 Employees
Company - Private
Construction
2017
