Product Design Specialist

Job Description

Product Design Specialist

Location N. Georgia Plant + Alpharetta Office

NO WORK FROM HOME Option

Position Summary

The Product Design Specialist will be responsible for creating and developing innovative product designs and patterns supporting the overall North America Business. This role includes assisting the design part lead and Surfaces Product Development director with delegated tasks, supporting marketing and sales teams by providing design concepts and resources, and delivering presentations to promote new products both internally and externally.

Key Responsibilities

• Research and analyze market and design trends, customer preferences, and competitor products.
• Develop concepts and strategies for new product designs, including patterns, colors, and surface finishes.
• Create, develop, and test prototypes for new product concepts.
• Improve and update existing product designs based on market feedback and technical feasibility.
• Generate design samples for customer presentations and internal review (e.g., The Home Depot).
• Collaborate with product managers, engineers, and the technical team to implement innovative production technologies.
• Support marketing and sales with visual assets, product storytelling, and design insights.
• Deliver engaging presentations for internal teams and external stakeholders to promote new designs.
• Work closely with the Surfaces Product Planning personnel, development engineers and external consultants or partners (including HQ designers) as needed.
• Participate in customer meetings and trade events to gather feedback and present new products.
• Assist in preparing and producing lab samples and mock-ups for customer review.

Qualifications

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