Industrial Designer Jobs

Overview

Lightship is the first American all-electric recreational vehicle manufacturer currently developing an aerodynamic, battery-powered trailer for the electric age. As the macro transition to an all-electric transportation ecosystem accelerates, Lightship is bringing the increased convenience and superior performance that electrification offers to a pastime enjoyed by over 11 million American families.

Honoring Diverse Perspectives

Lightship is committed to hiring and developing top talent from diverse backgrounds. We believe representing and supporting diverse groups is key to the success of our team members, customers, shareholders and the achievement of our mission and vision. We operate in a collaborative environment with a flat organizational structure and expect a high degree of integrity, autonomy and creativity from all members of the team.

About The Role

Lightship is seeking a talented Industrial Designer to work alongside our team in creating the future of electric recreational vehicles. As an Industrial Designer, you will take part in directly shaping the physical experience of our brand to our customers. You will work closely with ID, CMF, and 3D on various needs - across the exterior and interior - in various capacities. You will also engage with engineering and other organizational teams to solve real design challenges. The nature of the product and program will fluctuate from quickly exploring design solutions to supporting/progressing/developing existing design directions.

Responsibilities

• Deliver quality work with a positive and respectful manner in a fast paced environment.
• Refine existing design solutions under direction from the design team
• Create and communicate thoughtful design concepts and themes to the design team
• Execute design deliverables (2D/3D/documentation) to the highest standards
• Work with the Lightship design team on a number of design opportunities across Interior, Exterior, and Accessories
• Drive one or multiple simultaneous projects
• Interface with 3D modeler, engineering, and cross-functional teams to progress designs toward a production ready solution

Minimum Requirements

• Ability to commit 25-40hrs per week
• All experience levels are considered
• Proficiency in 2D tools of choice to explore and communicate design intent
• Strong visual communication skills through hand sketches.
• Understanding of a wide variety of manufacturing processes is preferred
• Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Industrial Design
• Ability to work in our San Francisco office 3 days/week is preferred
• Proficiency in 3D tools of choice, although high fidelity A-surface delivery is not required
• A portfolio that demonstrates strong aesthetic sensibilities and ability to think through design challenges
• Experience in working within all phases of the design process is preferred.
• US citizen or qualified US work visa
• Self-driven, ability to be a team player, and work well under ambiguity and/or clear direction

Employee Benefits & Philosophy

• $2,000 per year towards an RV trip of your own, we call this a LightTrip (full time only)
• 12 weeks paid parental leave
• Unlimited Paid Time Off that we actually want you to use! 3-4 weeks is common at Lightship
• Healthcare, Dental, Vision (full time only)
• 401k

Lightship offers all of its employees and their dependents full benefits including health, dental and vision insurance and covers 100% of the insurance premium. We are on a mission to create a more healthful all-electric experience for a pastime that millions of families enjoy and believe strongly that our team should not have to worry about quality healthcare for themselves or their loved ones along the way.