Industrial Designer

Industrial Designer – Create the Future of Product & Packaging

You’re obsessed with form, function, and the why behind every curve. You thrive on momentum, clarity, and turning abstract ideas into tangible reality.

If that sounds like you, keep reading – we’re looking for an Industrial Designer who’s ready to move fast, think deeply, and help create the future of our products and packaging.

This position partners closely with Sales, Marketing, Engineering, and Design to research, conceptualize, and deliver compelling product and packaging solutions. Your work will directly influence product development, from early research, insights, all the way to customer‑facing presentations.

Applicants need to upload a portfolio or provide a link to your portfolio with your application or resume.

• Research users, markets, and trends to establish strong design baselines for stakeholders
• Inform product development and guide customer‑centric packaging concepts
• Prepare sketches, renderings, physical mockups, and 3D finished models from verbal or written inputs
• Conceptualize new and improved value for customers by translating marketing requirements into compelling product solutions
• Create original packaging proposals across Sales Divisions
• Develop 3D CAD designs for new products, improvements, and prototype tooling
• Collaborate with designers, engineers, and cross‑functional teams to bring prototypes to completion
• Lead and participate in internal and external ideation sessions
• Build pitch decks and present product concepts to internal and external audiences
• Produce 3D prints for concept reviews and physical evaluations
• Document progress, projects, and outcomes clearly and consistently

Up to 15% domestic travel.

• Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in industrial design, product design or related design field of study
• Industrial design experience, including participation in the design development process utilizing project management and design strategy
• Visual portfolio required for consideration
• Ability to utilize hand and mechanical measuring systems, experience with 3D scanning is a plus
• Experience with prototyping (3D printing, CNC, metal/wood/foam fabrication)
• Strong observational skills, end‑user empathy, and the ability to identify insights from various forms of qualitative research
• Ability to combine creative thinking and industrial design skills with industry trends to provide unique brand and product experiences
• Proficiency in 2D sketching and ideation using digital and traditional tools to visualize ideas and rapidly brainstorm ideas
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, specifically Photoshop and Illustrator

• Proficiency with 3D CAD software such as Solid Works
• Proficiency with rendering software such as Key Shot
• Familiarity with Unigraphics NX
• Animation, graphic design and/or model making experience

We’re looking for more than basic – we want drive!

• You have critical thinking around form and depth of thought in your design process
• You communicate clearly with teammates and stakeholders
• You sketch with purpose and use views to tell the story
• You’re curious, competitive, and motivated to create
• You go fast, deliver results, and are fanatic about responsiveness
• You take ownership and get clear on expectations

Dart makes everyday products that give people the freedom to enjoy the food & drinks they love, wherever they are. From to‑go containers and dinnerware to tamper‑evident food packaging and even the red SOLO cup, Dart products have been keeping people on the go and having fun for 65 years. We’re a family‑owned, family‑focused company of 12,000 employees united by a shared set of values and dedicated to providing exceptional customer service.

Headquartered in Mason, MI, with 30 locations in three countries, we’re proud of our ability to innovate, manufacture and lead the way with each new generation of quality products.

Dart Container full‑time employees enjoy great benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company matching contributions, paid vacation, paid holidays, short‑term disability, tuition…