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Structural Designer
Stephen Gould Corporation
Stephen Gould Corporation is a global provider of packaging, merchandising, and supply chain solutions for leading brands and retailers. We’re looking for a Structural Designer in Bentonville, AR to join our growing, cross‑functional design team.
This role offers hands‑on involvement throughout the full product development process, from concept ideation through engineering, production, and retail execution, working with a wide range of materials, manufacturing processes, and retail environments.
Role Overview
The Structural Designer will support new product development, packaging, and merchandising initiatives by creating concepts, producing detailed engineering documentation, and collaborating with internal teams and client stakeholders. This position is ideal for a creative, technically proficient designer who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is comfortable balancing multiple projects with quick turnaround demands.
Key Responsibilities
- Create quick-turn, photorealistic concept renderings and illustrations using SolidWorks and SolidWorks Visualize.
- Develop detailed, part-level engineering specifications for quoting and production
- Manage lead times and project priorities in a fast-paced, multi-project environment
- Think creatively to deliver innovative, visually compelling, and manufacturable design solutions
- Collaborate closely with internal design, engineering, and international manufacturing teams
- Work with client marketing and brand teams to align design intent with retail strategy
- Support graphic design needs when required.
Types of Projects
- Merchandising POP Displays
- Temporary, semi-permanent, and permanent retail fixtures
- Packaging Design
- Consumer retail and protective/industrial packaging
- New Product Development
- Product design across multiple markets.
Materials & Manufacturing Knowledge
The Industrial Designer will work across a broad range of materials and production methods, including:
- Corrugate
- Paperboard
- Rigid chipboard packaging
- Thermoforming / vacuum forming
- Foam Board
Job Requirements & Qualifications
- Comprehensive understanding of manufacturing processes and production methods
- Strong ability to communicate technical specifications, including coordination with international offices and vendors
- High proficiency in Ardios CAD, Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe Illustrator
- Skilled in conceptualizing ideas through hand sketches, marker renderings, or digital sketching
THIS POSITION DESCRIPTION IN NO WAY STATES OR IMPLIES THAT THESE ARE THE ONLY DUTIES TO BE PERFORMED BY THE EMPLOYEE(S) INCUMBENT IN THIS POSITION. EMPLOYEES WILL BE REQUIRED TO FOLLOW ANY JOB-RELATED INSTRUCTIONS AND TO PERFORM ANY OTHER JOB-RELATED DUTIES REQUESTED BY ANY PERSON AUTHORIZED TO GIVE INSTRUCTIONS OR ASSIGNMENTS.
EEOC: Stephen Gould is an equal opportunity employer