[Remote] Senior Industrial Designer (Product Designer)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. TEC Group, Inc. is a cutting-edge automotive vehicle security company delivering advanced threat detection and security products for vehicles. They are seeking a Senior Industrial Designer to play a central role in defining the next generation of vehicle security products, involving the entire product development process from concept to mass production.ResponsibilitiesDrive the industrial design work for the next-generation vehicle security hardware, developing innovative product solutions from early concept exploration through to prototyping, validation and mass productionTranslate complex technical capabilities and engineering constraints into clear, compelling hardware experiences, working closely with AI, sensing, electrical, mechanical and embedded software teams to understand our technical challenges and opportunities. Integrate advanced sensors, processors and bespoke ML models into products that remain intuitive, useful and customer centeredChampion a customer-centered design approach, partnering with client and internal stakeholders to run user research and prototype testing, ensuring our design work responds to customer insights and delivers a frictionless experience for our customers and their vehiclesCreate and communicate design direction through sketches, CAD, prototypes, renders and design narratives that help align Internal Engineering and Client Product teams around the right product decisionsSupport the transition from prototype to mass production, working with internal engineering teams, suppliers and manufacturers on CMF and product quality expectations to protect design intent through to launchSkillsMinimum of 5+ years' experience in industrial design, with a strong track record of developing physical products from concept through to productionBachelor's or master's degree in Industrial Design or related field or equivalent experienceA strong portfolio of hardware product design work, showing how you think through user needs, technical constraints, product form, and manufacturabilityExceptional 2D and 3D design skills, with expertise in sketching, digital rendering, 3D CAD (SolidWorks), and rapid prototyping to develop clear, compelling hardware conceptsStrong visual and verbal communication and storytelling skills, with the ability to turn complex ideas into clear design narratives that help align design, engineering, product and leadership teamsDeep understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and Design for Manufacturability (DFM)The ability to work through ambiguity, with strong problem-solving skills, sound judgement and the ability to make clear recommendations while balancing customer experience, technical feasibility, cost, quality and manufacturing realitiesA collaborative, hands-on working style, with experience managing multiple complex workstreams in a fast-paced product development environmentA willingness to support and develop others, mentoring junior and mid-level designers through feedback, reviews and day-to-day collaborationCompany OverviewTEC Group recruits and employs quality talent for companies from diverse industries across the U.S. It was founded in 1980, and is headquartered in Troy, Michigan, US, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://www.tec.biz.