Product Designer

Summary

The goal of the Product Designer is to create new designs and manage the technical packages for all products in Under Canvas' portfolio. The role is a blend of creative design and detailed product development, playing a critical role in delivering sustainable and engaging outdoor-based experiences for Under Canvas' guests. The role is also cross-functional, requiring collaboration with external and internal stakeholders across Under Canvas' business.

Competencies

• Effective Communication
• Adaptagility

Key Responsibilities

• Research, create, and execute the design concepts, including interior furnishings, fixtures, and textile products, that augment Under Canvas' brand image and enhance its' customer experience
• Develop and maintain comprehensive technical packages for products, including detailed specifications, materials, and production guidelines to ensure design integrity and manufacturability
• Coordinate and oversee project timelines, budgets, and partnerships with both internal teams (including Construction, Facilities, Operations, Supply Chain) and external vendors, ensuring that all project outcomes are timely, within budget, and align with Under Canvas' vision and values
• Provide thorough approach to testing and prototyping to ensure in-field quality, durability, and constructability
• Drive consistency across the brand portfolio with accessible resources, guidelines, and clear guidance
  • This includes the maintenance of a robust, thorough library of product design documentation
• Generate and deliver product presentations when required, showcasing design concepts, prototypes, and final design packages
• Support product lifecycles and collaborate with internal teams to update products as required
• Provide effective and timely communication across the company, notably with stakeholders and collaborators
• Other duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Design, Interior Design, Architecture or similar
• Minimum 3 years' experience in Product Design and Development
• 3D CAD skills - SketchUp or similar, Adobe Creative Cloud, and Microsoft Suite
• Knowledge of manufacturing methods including woodworking, metal fabrication, CNC machining, and soft goods production
• Must exercise initiative and independently understand tasks and project scope, requirements, and risk
• Must be comfortable with public speaking, with advanced diplomatic skills
• Highly organized with the ability to handle a multitude of projects simultaneously
• Equipped with strong attention to detail and curiosity to develop a deep understanding of the company's products and customers
• Demonstrated experience with managing external and internal stakeholders with examples of cultivating positive relationships across the business
• Ability to establish oneself as a subject matter expert and ability to communicate clear expectations and goals to partners and stakeholders
• Demonstrate a positive can-do attitude, showing the ability to be adaptable to ever-changing business conditions
• Address emerging issues and suggest ways to improve the overall approach

Additional Information

• Travel as needed
• When on location ability to work in all outdoor working and weather conditions
• Exposure to physical labor including lifting, welding, and woodworking equipment provided at Under Canvas' manufacturing facility where this position is located
• This position is located in Bozeman, MT
• This position is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a motor vehicle records check, if requested by Under Canvas.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Under Canvas strives to provide a comprehensive benefits and compensation package that addresses the needs of our team members. In addition, they can participate in:

Company's health insurance plan
Flexible time off
401(K)
Heavily discounted tents for Under Canvas family and friends stays
Bar N Ranch lodge and cabin discounts
Industry discounts for outdoor brands
Lifestyle partner brand discounts

Under Canvas is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer who prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation of any kind.

This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of Under Canvas.