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Bigfoot Ventures · Downtown Indianapolis · On-site · Part-time or project to start
We're a boutique VC fund launching a hardware division. Why: the outdoor devices we need don't exist off the shelf, so we're building them. You'd be the first hire — no IT department, no mechanical department, no one to hand things off to. What you get that most founding hires don't: a funded parent that isn't running out of runway in eleven months.
What we build
Outdoor IoT devices — access control and public-space hardware. Built for weather, UV, temperature swings, and people who'd rather they weren't there.
The job
Sketch it, model it, print it, break it, fix it, then call the tool shop. Napkin to first articles, start to finish.
- IP65–IP68 sealing: gaskets, potting, glands, pressure equalization
- IK08–IK10 impact resistance: ribs, wall sections, mounts that resist prying, cutting, and walking off
- Tamper-resistant hardware: security fasteners, concealed mounts, tamper-evident seals
- RF-aware enclosure design — the instinct toward a metal box for vandal resistance kills your antenna, so it can't be the answer
- Thermal management in a sealed volume: solar gain, condensation, derating
- Materials built to survive years outdoors: UV-stable ASA/PC, die-cast aluminum, anti-graffiti finishes
- Standing up a prototyping shop from empty floor space — you pick the printers
- Managing tool shops in Taiwan and China: T0/T1, ECOs, cost-down
You
- 3+ years designing enclosures that are actually in the field. At least one lives outdoors.
- Experience with vandal-resistant or public-installation hardware — transit, EV charging, kiosks, access control, parking
- A designer's eye and an engineer's discipline — this role doesn't split the two
- Injection-molding DFM fluency; working knowledge of IEC 60529, IEC 62262, UL 746C, ASTM B117
- SolidWorks, Creo, or Fusion, with real surfacing skills and GD&T fluency
- A portfolio of shipped products, not renders — be ready to talk through what went wrong on each
Pluses: hands-on prototype manufacturing (your own printers, machining, silicone tooling), FEA, mold flow analysis, antenna-aware design, FCC/CE certification experience, sheet metal, Mandarin.
Interview
Portfolio review, then a practical: we hand you a board, an antenna, a battery, and an environment. You walk us through the trade-offs.
Offer
$6,000–$7,000/month, based on experience. Project-based to start. Real shop budget. Your parts in the field within months, your name on the tooling. Ground-floor input on what this becomes.
To apply: Send your CV and portfolio to [insert email]. Include one paragraph on the hardest sealing or impact problem you've solved, and what you'd do differently now.
Bigfoot Ventures is an equal opportunity employer.
Pay: $5,000.00 - $6,000.00 per month
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
- Sargent & Lundy30
- Amazon8
- Garmin3
- KFI Engineers3
- Milwaukee Tool3
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing14
- Technology & Software9
- Consulting & Professional Services7
- Energy4
- Electronics & Hardware4
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in industrial designer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in industrial design, product design, or a related field
- Proficiency in CAD software such as SolidWorks, Rhino, or Fusion 360
- Portfolio demonstrating full product development process from concept to production
- Experience with Design for Manufacturing and design for assembly principles
- Familiarity with prototyping methods including 3D printing and model making
- Knowledge of human factors, ergonomics, and user-centered design principles
Tips for Your Industrial Designer Job Search
Tailor your portfolio for each application
Industrial designers are judged on process as much as output. For every application, lead with two or three case studies that match the company's product category, showing sketches, CAD iterations, and prototyping decisions, not just polished final renders.
List your CAD tools precisely on your resume
Hiring managers scan for specific software: SolidWorks, Rhino, Fusion 360, KeyShot, and Alias each signal different workflows. List the tools you're proficient in by name and flag any you've used professionally, since mismatches get flagged fast in technical screens.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists industrial designer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target companies by their product stage
A startup launching a first physical product needs a different skillset than a legacy manufacturer refreshing a line. Read job descriptions for signals like 'Design for Manufacturing' or 'concept development' to match your experience to the actual phase of work.
Prepare a critique of the company's existing product
Before an industrial designer interview, pick one of the company's products and prepare a two-minute critique covering ergonomics, manufacturing choices, and one improvement you'd make. It signals both product knowledge and the kind of thinking the team actually does day to day.
Negotiate with production timelines in mind
When evaluating an offer, ask how long a typical product cycle runs and how early designers are involved. Roles where designers join after engineering constraints are locked in limit your creative scope significantly, and that context is worth knowing before you accept.
Industrial Designer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most industrial designers?
The companies hiring the most industrial designers right now include Sargent & Lundy, Amazon, and Garmin, with the largest share of openings in California, Colorado, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Demand is strongest in consumer electronics, medical device manufacturing, and automotive design.
How many industrial designer jobs are remote?
About 62% of industrial designer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, which is lower than in many other design disciplines. Roles focused on UX/UI integration, design strategy, and early-stage concept work are most likely to offer remote flexibility, while positions involving hands-on prototyping or manufacturing collaboration are typically on-site.
How do you become an industrial designer?
Earn a bachelor's degree in industrial design, product design, or a closely related field, since most employers treat it as a baseline requirement. Build proficiency in CAD tools and physical prototyping, then develop a portfolio that shows your process from initial sketch through final production-ready design. Internships in consumer goods, automotive, or medical devices give you the industry-specific context that makes that portfolio competitive for full-time roles.
How do you get hired as an industrial designer with little experience?
Focus your portfolio on two or three well-documented student or personal projects that walk through the full design process, including research, sketching, iteration, and a manufacturable final outcome. Apply to contract or junior roles at product development consultancies, since they often take on recent graduates and expose you to a wide range of categories quickly. Demonstrating competence in at least one industry-standard CAD platform and the ability to communicate design rationale clearly matters more than years on a resume.
What does the industrial designer interview process look like?
Most industrial designer interviews start with a portfolio walkthrough where you're expected to narrate your design decisions, not just show final images. A design exercise or take-home brief follows in many cases, asking you to sketch concepts or critique an existing product within a time limit. Final rounds typically include conversations with cross-functional partners in engineering or marketing, who assess how well you communicate constraints and tradeoffs rather than pure aesthetics.
Where can I find and apply to industrial designer jobs?
You can find and apply to industrial designer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from companies across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience, specialization, and location preferences, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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