Senior Product Designer

About the position

As a

Senior Product Designer

in the

Product Development

team, you will lead the design and development of innovative products that align with our commitment to quality, functionality, and aesthetics. This role requires strong expertise in CAD / CAE, product design principles, and manufacturing processes. The Senior Product Designer will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, mentor junior designers, and play a key role in shaping the future of our product offerings.

Your main responsibilities

Lead the end-to-end product design process from concept to production, ensuring designs meet performance and aesthetic goals.

Utilize CAD (Computer-Aided Design) and CAE (Computer-Aided Engineering) tools to create, refine, and optimize product designs.

Conduct structural, thermal, and mechanical simulations to validate design feasibility.

Work closely with engineering, marketing, and manufacturing teams to develop cost-effective, manufacturable solutions.

Mentor and provide guidance to junior designers, fostering a collaborative and innovative design culture.

Conduct design reviews, feasibility studies, and material selection based on performance, durability, and sustainability.

Stay up to date with the latest industry trends, materials, and technologies to drive innovation and continuous improvement.

Assist in prototyping and testing to ensure all products meet Dometic’s quality and performance standards.

Maintain comprehensive documentation of design iterations, specifications, and processes.

Support the intellectual property (IP) process by contributing to patent applications where applicable.

What do we offer?

You are offered an interesting role in a dynamic, fast paced, and global environment with great opportunities to grow and take on new challenges. The growth at Dometic is continuous – which gives you great possibilities to evolve with the company.

Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Disability insurance (STD / LTD)

401 (k) with company match

PTO

Company defined holidays and two floating holidays for you to use as you choose

Paid maternity / paternity leave

Tuition assistance

Membership reimbursement (wholesale club and gym)

Employee discounts on our incredible products

Opportunities to make an impact

A suitable background would be an extensive experience within CAD / CAE and product design – as well as the following qualifications and experiences :

High School diploma or GED; associate degree in design and / or certificate in design strongly preferred.

Proficiency in CAD software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or Creo.

Strong experience with CAE tools like ANSYS, Abaqus, or similar for structural and thermal analysis.

To be successful in this role, we believe that you possess the following skills, competencies & characteristics :

Extensive experience in product design, preferably in consumer goods, automotive, or outdoor living industries.

Extensive experience in product design, preferably in consumer goods, automotive, or outdoor living industries.

Proficiency in CAD software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or Creo.

Strong experience with CAE tools like ANSYS, Abaqus, or similar for structural and thermal analysis.

Deep understanding of manufacturing processes, including injection molding, sheet metal fabrication, and 3D printing.

Strong knowledge of materials and their properties, including plastics, metals, and composites.

Proven ability to lead projects and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with a strong attention to detail.

Strong communication and presentation skills to convey design concepts and solutions.

Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Dometic’s Core Values

To thrive and succeed in this role, you understand the importance of our core values – Together We build our future, We play to win, We embrace change, and We walk the talk; these values reflect the heart and soul of Dometic, and they define what it takes to work here and how we do things.

Dometic operates with a 4+1 policy, 4 days per week in the office and the possibility to work 1 day per week remotely. We see the social aspect of being in the office, meeting colleagues, having short coffee break interactions or a quick face to face meeting as key to success as we become more productive and fast paced in terms of problem solving, learning, cross functional collaboration and not the least in a way to have fun at work!

Are you our next star? Then we would love to see your application.

Dometic is passionate about building together an inclusive and equitable working environment, that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that diversity enables us to thrive across our differences. Be yourself and join us!

Dometic is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Dometic evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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