What are the responsibilities and job description for the Materials Designer 2 position at Careers Integrated Resources Inc?
Job Title: Material Designer II / Training Footwear
Location: Beaverton, OR
Duration: 06 Months
Job Description:
Purpose:
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Location: Beaverton, OR
Duration: 06 Months
Job Description:
- The nature of the work is focused on contributing to the development of innovative and visually appealing materials for various projects.
- Blend artistic skills with technical knowledge to design materials that enhance the overall aesthetic and functionality of products, structures, or visual presentations.
- Collaborate with project teams to understand design requirements and functional specifications.
- Research and select materials based on their properties, durability, and aesthetic qualities.
- Utilize design software and tools to create and refine material concepts.
- Develop prototypes and samples to test and validate the visual and tactile aspects of the materials.
- Work closely with color scientists and texture specialists to ensure accurate color matching and texture replication.
- Consider environmental factors and lighting conditions that may impact material appearance.
- Collaborate with product designers, architects, or engineers to integrate materials seamlessly into the overall design.
- Consider factors such as form, function, and manufacturing processes. Stay informed about sustainable and eco-friendly materials.
- Integrate environmentally responsible options into design considerations and recommend alternatives that align with sustainability goals.
- Conduct tests to assess the performance, durability, and safety of materials.
- Implement quality control measures to maintain consistency in material properties.
- Maintain detailed records of material specifications, design processes, and testing results.
- Create comprehensive documentation for internal reference and regulatory compliance.
- Work closely with material suppliers and manufacturers.
- Evaluate material samples from vendors, negotiate pricing, and ensure that selected materials meet quality and design standards.
- Stay abreast of design trends and emerging materials in relevant industries.
- Provide insights on innovative materials and design approaches that can elevate projects.
Purpose:
- Intermediate Material Designer
- Implement & execute design solutions
- Deliver materials vision & execute seasonal projects, aligned to creative direction & project briefs
Accountabilities:
- Create original product designs or refresh existing products with supervision from Design leadership
- Understand the fundamentals of the design creative process, including exploration, receiving critical feedback and driving design changes
- Understand the creative process (design process, material briefs, tech pack build creation and hand off precision, development and factory communication and redlining)
- Participate in the communication and presentation of design concepts to internal and external audiences
- Collaborate and build interpersonal connections with Design and adjacent functions
Key partners:
- Design Triad
- Manufacturing
- Material Development
- Mentor
- Operations
- Product Merch
- Tech Development
Education:
- BA/BFA/MA/MFA preferred
- Associate Degree preferred
Experience:
- Preferred design experience: 1-4 years
- Understanding of creative culture
Skills:
- Digital design acumen (design-based software
- needed: Adobe Creative Suite)
- Preferred knowledge and experience with advanced
- digital tools/3D skills
- Proven design skills
- Understand creative process
- Understanding of make and the impacts of material choice
- Basic knowledge of material types