Overview We are seeking a full-time Industrial Designer 1 in our Portland, OR location. In this role, you will be responsible for working with higher level designers in the conceptualization and development of new products. Essential Functions Works with experienced designers, engineers and product managers in the conceptualization and development of new products through sketching, 3D modeling, rendering or physical mock ups Utilizes good free hand sketch skill to communicate design concepts and details Develops SolidWorks skills to communicate design concepts, details and physical model preparations and learns how to break parts for prototyping Coordinates with suppliers to ensure component parts orders are completed accurately and delivered on time such as Chromatech (dry transfer decals) Collaborates with and communicate to segment team in engineering and product managers to produce superior solutions as common goal Stays abreast with new prototyping, presentation or computer graphics techniques, software, design trends, and competitors’ designs for appropriate segment Generates fresh ideas and design concepts in freehand sketches and computer generated images Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, or related field OR an equivalent combination of education and experience Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule) Must demonstrate knowledge, education, experience and/or training necessary to use tools such as SolidWorks, Keyshot, CorelDRAW Graphics Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, and Sketchbook Pro Automotive OEM Designer Automotive and/or related vehicle design experience (school projects are acceptable, portfolio examples are required) Environmental, display, and tradeshow design experience (school projects are acceptable, portfolio examples are required) Critical thinking and advanced problem solving skills (portfolio and problem solving examples required) Research minded (a desire to better understand what motivates customers, as well as how people use technology) A love for design (automotive, interior, exterior, mechanical, form, shape, color, etc.) Aviation Designer Aviation product and/or cockpit layout design experience (school projects are acceptable, portfolio examples are required) Familiarity with avionics and/or aircraft certification processes preferred Critical thinking and advanced problem solving skills (portfolio examples required) Consumer Automotive Designer Consumer electronic product design experience (school projects are acceptable, portfolio examples are highly preferred) Demonstrated excellent hand sketching skills (Wacom Tablet experience preferred) Demonstrated ability to rapidly explore a wide variety of styling options (forms, colors, finishes, materials, etc.) Marine Designer Demonstrated excellent hand sketching skills (Wacom Tablet experience preferred) Demonstrated ability to rapidly explore a wide variety of styling options (forms, colors, finishes, materials, etc.) Knowledge of water/marine based activities (fishing, boating, sailing, rafting, kayaking, paddling, surfing, etc.) Outdoor and Fitness Designer Outdoor and/or fitness product design experience (school projects are acceptable, portfolio examples are highly preferred) Demonstrated excellent hand sketching skills (Wacom Tablet experience preferred) Demonstrated ability to rapidly explore a wide variety of styling options (forms, colors, finishes, materials, etc.) A love for outdoor and/or fitness activities (hiking, camping, climbing, hunting, running, cycling, paddling, etc.) Desired Qualifications Outstanding academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.5) Aviation Designer ONLY Pilot certification or other aviation experience preferred Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability. This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits