Industrial Designer; or Associate

Green Bay, WI - Corporate, 1330 Bellevue Street, Green Bay, Wisconsin, United States of America

Posted Friday, January 30, 2026 at 7:00 AM

At KI, we believe knowing our customers helps us serve them better. We listen. We observe. We understand that each customer has unique needs. So, we pride ourselves on helping our customers make smart furniture decisions by offering expert advice, design options and personalized solutions.

Since 1941, we’ve positioned KI as the furniture company that best understands the furniture industry and is committed to providing customers with the smart solutions. By targeting specific markets with solutions for business furniture, university furniture, educational furniture, healthcare furniture and government furniture, we can quickly respond to our customers’ unique needs – including the choice to procure furniture according to what fits their ordering and fulfillment process.

That’s why we say we offer far more than furniture. We’re Furnishing Knowledge.

Location:

KI Corporate Office – Green Bay, WI

Department:
Design & Development

We’re looking for a curious, design‑driven thinker who thrives on shaping products from concept through production. As an Industrial Designer at KI, you’ll play a pivotal role in defining the form, function, and user experience of our furniture solutions - helping elevate KI’s design sensitivity and its impact on business success. Whether you’re early in your career, a seasoned designer or anywhere in between, this role offers the opportunity to influence product strategy, collaborate across disciplines, and bring meaningful ideas to life.

• Design from Concept to Production
• Work hands‑on across the full product lifecycle - sketching, modeling, prototyping, refining, and supporting production to ensure design intent is carried through with integrity.
• Blend Creativity with Problem Solving
• Tackle challenges related to form, function, human factors, and aesthetics. Your work directly shapes how KI products look, feel, and perform in real‑world environments.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration
• Partner with Engineering, Marketing, Tailored Products, and Product Development to align design vision with manufacturing realities, customer needs, and business goals.
• Support research activities, explore design trends, evaluate concepts, and contribute to prototype development that informs decision‑making and innovation.
• Impact on Product Integrity
• Stay connected through pilot runs and early production to ensure the final product reflects the original design intent and meets KI’s quality standards.

If you’re energized by creating thoughtful, human‑centered products - and you enjoy balancing creativity with technical rigor - you’ll feel right at home here. We’re looking for designers who are curious, collaborative, and motivated to grow, whether you’re just starting out or ready to lead.

This role is ideal for someone who wants to influence product direction, contribute to a culture of design excellence, and help shape KI’s future product portfolio.

A candidate with a Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Design, Furniture Design, Fine Arts, Architecture, or related field.

• Strong sketching and visualization skills
• Rendering and prototyping capability
• Graphic layout and presentation skills
• Understanding of human factors and product aesthetics
• Experience or interest in office furniture design

Below is a clear breakdown of what we’re looking for at each level. Candidates will be considered based on experience, skill maturity, and demonstrated capabilities.

Ideal for early‑career designers building foundational skills

Salary - $70,000-$80,000/year, depending on candidate experience

• Solid foundation in rapid visualization, CAD, rendering, prototyping, and research
• Curiosity, critical thinking, and willingness to learn
• Ability to perform duties with guidance
• Potential to grow into full proficiency across all essential functions

• Receives direction from senior designers and the design manager
• Builds relationships and…