What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Industrial Designer position at YETI?
At YETI, we believe that time spent outdoors matters more than ever and our gear can make that time extraordinary. When you work here, you’ll have the opportunity to create exceptional, meaningful work and problem solve with innovative team members by your side. Together, you’ll help our customers get the high-quality gear they need to make the most of their adventures. We are BUILT FOR THE WILD™.
Summary
At MYSTERY RANCH, we design and build gear that meets the highest standards of durability, functionality, and innovation. The Industrial Designer will be responsible for creating and maintaining technical documents for all MYSTERY RANCH products to convey key product details and visual callouts for MYSTERY RANCH suppliers. The Industrial Designer I will also act as a graphic design resource to the Product team for the purposes of packaging, on-product graphics, internal visual aids and documentation, and technical concept visualization support for both designers and developers.
What You'll Do
2D Design & Technical Graphics (Primary Focus)
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YETI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Our commitment to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture is at the center of everything we do for our employees. We embrace all applicants looking to bring their authentic selves to YETI and contribute to our mission of keeping the wild WILD. Find out more about our commitment to DE&I at yeti.com/esg.html.
All applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws.
YETI Applicant Privacy Notice
YETI welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you require accommodation in order to apply for a job, please contact us at accommodationrequest@yeti.com.
Summary
At MYSTERY RANCH, we design and build gear that meets the highest standards of durability, functionality, and innovation. The Industrial Designer will be responsible for creating and maintaining technical documents for all MYSTERY RANCH products to convey key product details and visual callouts for MYSTERY RANCH suppliers. The Industrial Designer I will also act as a graphic design resource to the Product team for the purposes of packaging, on-product graphics, internal visual aids and documentation, and technical concept visualization support for both designers and developers.
What You'll Do
2D Design & Technical Graphics (Primary Focus)
- Develop color-accurate, detail-driven technical documents from sew samples, BOMs, and development inputs.
- Translate complex constructions, components, and sub-assemblies into clear, easily understood visual communication.
- Revise and update technical documents throughout the development cycle, including ECR-driven changes.
- Standardize visual systems, layouts, and illustration conventions to ensure consistency across product lines and platforms.
- Collaborate with Product and Quality teams to improve efficiency in the technical document and visual layout process.
- Serve as a graphic design resource for Product Development, supporting:
- Packaging graphics
- Instructional manuals, guidelines, and training tools
- Technical concept visualization for design and development reviews
- On-product graphics, including logo wear and other branded goods
- Maintain and evolve the brand’s visual design language within technical and product-facing assets.
- Collaborate with Marketing and Product teams to ensure visual alignment across internal and external materials.
- Support Industrial Designers with 2D illustrations for design reviews as necessary.
- Manage and upload production pattern files and visual assets within the PLM system and appropriate virtual locations.
- Assist QA/QC teams in improving visual inspection criteria and documentation clarity.
- Identify opportunities to reduce manufacturing defects through improved visual instructions and clarification.
- Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Design, Graphic Design preferred or equivalent professional experience.
- Greater than 2 years of experience in 2D illustration, graphic design, or technical design within a product or manufacturing environment preferred.
- Strong 2D illustration skills; advanced proficiency in programs such as Adobe Illustrator, InDesign.
- Strong understanding of soft goods construction techniques.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects with a high level of accuracy.
- Strong communication, time management, and organizational skills.
- Willingness to accept and apply critical feedback.
- Personal interest in outdoor pursuits is highly valued.
Click here to learn about the benefits and perks we offer at YETI.
YETI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Our commitment to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture is at the center of everything we do for our employees. We embrace all applicants looking to bring their authentic selves to YETI and contribute to our mission of keeping the wild WILD. Find out more about our commitment to DE&I at yeti.com/esg.html.
All applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws.
YETI Applicant Privacy Notice
YETI welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you require accommodation in order to apply for a job, please contact us at accommodationrequest@yeti.com.