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Join the BirdBrain Technologies Team
Who We Are
BirdBrain Technologies is an innovative, 100% employee-owned company committed to revolutionizing education through engaging, hands-on learning experiences. Based in Eau Claire, WI, we design creative tools that empower educators and inspire students to explore STEM concepts in meaningful, practical ways. Our collaborative culture of ownership means every employee shares in the company’s success and growth.
What We Do
Our mission is to make learning dynamic, accessible, and fun. We provide flexible, creative classroom tools that help educators bring abstract ideas to life and foster creativity and problem-solving in every student.
Why Join Us
At BirdBrain Technologies, your work matters—and so do you. As a 100% employee-owned company, your contributions directly influence our success, and you benefit from the rewards. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): 100% company-funded and grows with our success
- Health, Dental, and Life Insurance
- 401(k) Plan: With company match up to 6%
- Generous Paid Time Off: Over 20 days annually, plus 10 paid holidays
- Wellness Programs: Gym reimbursement and healthy living incentives
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
- Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage
- Tuition Assistance for Continued Education
- Paid Leave: Maternity, paternity, and adoption
- Charitable Giving Programs: Including paid volunteer time and donation matching
The expected compensation range for this position is $95,000 - $115,000 annually.
The Opportunity
- BirdBrain is searching for an Industrial Designer to bring creative and engaging experiences to life. In this role, you will design and develop innovative STEM educational products for BirdBrain Technologies, Strawbees, and Tinkering Labs that blend aesthetics, ergonomics, and practicality together to turn ideas into products that are beautiful, durable, and classroom ready. You will collaborate across the organization to bring high-quality, safe, and accessible learning tools to market that make students and teachers say “WOW!”
Key Responsibilities
- Concept Development & Design
- Develop product design concepts, sketches, models, and prototypes to support new product development.
- Create user-centered designs that support intuitive use by students and educators in classroom environments.
- Design product forms, interfaces, and touchpoints that balance appearance, durability, and manufacturability.
- Translate educational and learning objectives into usable product designs.
- Translate user research and stakeholder input into clear design requirements and experience principles.
- Prototyping & Iteration
- Build and refine physical prototypes using a variety of tools and materials.
- Iterate designs based on feedback, testing results, and manufacturability considerations.
- Participate in user research activities and incorporate findings into design solutions.
- Collaboration & Cross-Functional Integration
- Collaborate with Mechanical and Electrical Engineers to integrate aesthetics with functionality and ensure design intent carries through to final product.
- Work closely with Product Management, Curriculum, Marketing, and Sourcing/Operations teams.
- Collaborate with suppliers on CMF, tooling considerations, and production constraints.
- Branding & Visual Consistency
- Support branding, packaging, and visual consistency across product lines.
- Provide input on color, material, and finish (CMF), packaging, and product presentation.
- Presentation & Documentation
- Present design concepts and rationale using sketches, renderings, and prototypes during design reviews and cross-functional discussions.
- Participate in design reviews and present design concepts and recommendations.
- Prepare design documentation and specifications to support manufacturing.
- Advocacy & Additional Duties
- Advocate for the end user throughout the product development process.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
What You’ll Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Design or related field
- 3–7 years of product design experience in consumer, educational, or related products
- Experience using design tools such as SolidWorks, Fusion 360, Rhino, KeyShot, Adobe Creative Cloud, or similar
- Portfolio demonstrating user-centered design, problem solving skills, and production-ready work
- Equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience may be considered
Desired Qualifications
- Experience designing products for children or classroom use
- Familiarity with product safety considerations for educational environments
- Working knowledge of UX/UI principles for physical–digital ecosystems
- Experience with CMF development and documentation
Work Location
- Working a hybrid schedule in Boston, MA, working a minimum of three days in office and other days can be worked from a home office.
Travel Requirements
- Occasional travel, typically less than 10%, as needed
Learn More
- Discover more about our mission and impact at www.birdbraintechnologies.com.
BirdBrain Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Salary : $95,000 - $115,000