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Senior Staff UX/UI Designer
Stryker Corporation 4.7
Senior user experience designer job in Portage, MI
Work Flexibility: Remote As a Senior Staff UX/UI Designer at Stryker, your expertise in defining meaningful userexperience is imperative in helping us deliver our mission to make healthcare better. In this role, you will have an opportunity to change the healthcare world by developing user-centered products to help caregivers improve patient outcomes. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate complex clinical workflows and regulatory requirements into elegant technology solutions to clinical workflow issues. This is a level three individual contributor role suited for a designer who can independently drive projects, influence product direction, and uphold high standards for usability within a clinical environment.
What You Will Do
* Design high-quality interactions for software and hardware interfaces used by clinicians, technicians, and patients across a variety of healthcare settings.
* Translate clinical workflows and user research insights into clear task flow maps, wireframes, interaction models, service blueprints, and prototypes.
* Partner with product managers, engineers, clinicians, human factors specialists, and regulatory teams to deliver solutions that meet user needs, technical constraints, and industry standards.
* Create and maintain interaction patterns and design system components that ensure consistency, safety, and efficiency across product lines.
* Plan and run usability evaluations in partnership portfolio managers and development engineers, incorporating feedback into iterative design improvements.
* Communicate design rationale through clear documentation, presentations, and collaboration sessions with stakeholders.
* Ensure compliance with medical-device usability and safety standards
* Mentor junior designers by providing design reviews and contributing to team best practices.
What You Need (Required Qualifications)
* Bachelor's or Master's degree in Interaction Design, Human-Computer Interaction, Industrial Design, or related discipline.
* 6+ years of experience in interaction design, UX/UI design.
* Proven experiencedesigning complex software or hardware interfaces, ideally in regulated environments.
* Strong proficiency with design and prototyping tools (e.g., Figma)
* Ability to create high-fidelity interaction specifications and detailed documentation.
* Experience collaborating effectively with engineering and product teams.
* A portfolio demonstrating user-centered design process, systems thinking, and interaction craftsmanship.
Preferred Qualifications
* Experience in medical devices, healthcare software, diagnostics, or pharmaceutical domains.
* Familiarity with human factors engineering methods and regulatory expectations.
* Knowledge of accessibility standards and inclusive design practices.
* Experience with design systems at scale.
* Systems Thinking: Ability to design within complex, interconnected clinical workflows.
* Communication: Clear, structured communication for technical and non-technical audiences.
* Problem-Solving: Comfort working through ambiguity and constraints.
* Collaboration: Strong cross-functional partnering skills in matrixed organizations.
* Attention to Detail: Commitment to safety, clarity, and accuracy in a regulated environment.
$102,600 - $222,300 salary plus bonus eligible + benefits. Individual pay is based on skills, experience, and other relevant factors.
Travel Percentage: 20%
Stryker Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Stryker is an EO employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability.
Stryker Corporation will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
$76k-98k yearly est. Auto-Apply 1d ago
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Sr. UX/UI Designer
Real Estate Company 4.2
Senior user experience designer job in Kalamazoo, MI
About Re:Build Manufacturing and Re:Build Tekna:
Tekna was founded in 1988 in the heart of Southwest Michigan where creative vision and hard work laid the foundation for a business that continues to grow in a rapidly evolving industry. The rigor and attention to detail that comes with designing for the medical industry has awarded us success in supporting both major companies and start-ups from early stage development to commercialization. The same principles apply as we've expanded to serve customers in a wide variety of other industries including consumer and industrial goods, electronics, and appliances. Tekna's project portfolio is incredibly diverse covering medical, life science, consumer and industrial product categories. Tekna is largely client focused offering design consulting, contract manufacturing and original equipment manufacturing services. Tekna's cross functional teams include Design Engineering, Industrial Design, CAD, Procurement, Production and Quality which offers a friendly and supportive team atmosphere.
Re:Build Manufacturing is a family of industrial businesses combining cutting-edge enabling technologies, operational superiority, and strategic M&A to build America's next-generation industrial company. Re:Build leverages deep expertise in operations management and technology to supercharge the performance of its subsidiaries by implementing core technologies across industrial platforms in diversified growth markets. Our goal is to help revitalize the U.S. manufacturing base over the coming decades, creating substantial opportunities for our employees and the communities where we operate.
If you like a fast-paced environment where individuals can stretch and be challenged with a diverse set of projects, we offer a great deal of variety and empower our staff to take on as much responsibility as they can handle, offering a helping hand and experienced-based coaching and the support of a highly competent team. Our goal is to enable our employees to achieve their fullest potential, and through our association with Re:Build, provide avenues for personal and professional growth.
Who we are looking for
We're seeking a creative and experiencedSenior UX/UI designer to join the Re:Build Tekna team. We build thoughtful product and brand experiences across medical, life science, consumer, and industrial categories. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience creating user-centered websites that position brands for success in their markets. In this role, you'll develop userexperience strategies that drive engagement and deliver measurable results, help define requirements, build strong customer relationships, and use your expertise in Figma to transform ideas into thoughtful, visually compelling, and intuitive websites. You'll lead end-to-end solutions across a variety of industries and collaborate closely with Brand Managers, Researchers, Graphic Designers, Developers, and other UX/UI Designers in a highly creative and cross-functional environment. You'll work with the Re:Build Tekna Leadership team to continue to build website development best practices in a changing web environment while taking into account AI, eCommerce, and user expectations.
What you'll get to do
Your day-to-day activities will include:
Five to ten years of UX/UI designexperience with focus in crafting web experiences that delight users and deliver on business objectives.
This role is ideal for someone that is self-directed, ready to establish best practices, mentor early career team members, and support growth of a creative business.
Excellent communication and mentorship skills, with the ability to inspire confidence in clients and teammates.
Deep experience with Figma, including component libraries, design systems, AI tools, and file organization.
Ability to lead Figma collaboration process with back-end developers through clear documentation.
Basic understanding of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and responsive design with experience with CMS platforms. WordPress & Elementor experience preferred.
Demonstrated experience collaborating and partnering with executives and/or clients, and developers to define and deliver impactful digital experiences.
Confidence presenting ideas and guiding clients and teams through the design process.
A deep understanding and track record of designing for accessibility, SEO considerations, and performance optimization.
Consulting environment experience where you helped shape proposals and advise on project budgets and resourcing.
What you bring to the team
Minimum Bachelor's degree in UX/UI Design, or related design field.
5+ years of professional experience in UX/UI Design with focus on Web Experiences
Extreme competence in Figma and exceptional creativity and critical thinking.
Portfolio that demonstrates creativity and business-minded outcomes.
We want to work with people that reflect the communities in which we operate
Re:Build Manufacturing is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.
Re:Build is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at accommodations.ta@ReBuildmanufacturing.com or you may call us at ************.
$84k-119k yearly est. Auto-Apply 18d ago
Senior UX Designer
Cavallo 4.2
Senior user experience designer job in Grand Rapids, MI
Cavallo is seeking an experienced and strategic Senior UX Designer, passionate about tackling complex user problems, to join the team. This role is instrumental in shaping the userexperience of Cavallo's enterprise platform, built for distributors who demand efficiency, accuracy, and reliability.
The Senior UX Designer will serve as a champion for users, leading the transformation of intricate operational workflows into intuitive, validated, and user-centric solutions. In close collaboration with product managers, engineers, and stakeholders, this role ensures that a deep understanding of users is embedded into every stage of the product development lifecycle, from initial discovery through final validation.
What You'll Do:
Lead User Research & Discovery: Plan and conduct comprehensive qualitative and quantitative user research to uncover deep user insights and unmet needs.
Architect User-Centered Solutions: Map complex user journeys and flows, and design a clear and scalable information architecture. Translate these artifacts into tangible design solutions that address core user needs.
Emphasize Prototyping & Validation: Create interactive prototypes at various fidelities, from low-fi wireframes to high-fidelity simulations, to test and validate concepts with real users. You will lead the effort to ensure solutions are effective and intuitive before development begins.
Champion Usability: Serve as the primary advocate for the user. Translate research findings into actionable design artifacts like personas, journey maps, and wireframes that clearly communicate user challenges and proposed solutions.
Collaborate for Impact: Partner with Product Managers to define product strategy and roadmaps based on user evidence. Work closely with engineers to ensure the integrity of the userexperience is maintained through final implementation.
Evolve Design Standards: Contribute to our design system, ensuring that all solutions are not only user-validated but also consistent, scalable, and accessible.
Mentor and Guide: Coach and mentor other designers, fostering a culture of research, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the team.
Establish UX Processes: Define and evangelize best practices for user research, usability testing, and the overall user-centered design process across the product organization.
Influence Product Strategy: Use data and research findings to influence key strategic decisions and help shape the long-term vision for the userexperience across the Cavallo platform.
What You'll Bring: Qualifications
5+ years (Senior) of dedicated UX designexperience, with a strong focus on enterprise software (B2B SaaS), or other complex, workflow-heavy products.
A compelling portfolio that showcases your deep expertise in the end-to-end UX process. It must feature case studies demonstrating your methods for user research, information architecture, user journeys, flows, interactive prototypes, and the resulting impact on the final product.
Mastery of a range of user research methodologies and a proven ability to select the right method for the task at hand.
Expert-level proficiency with modern design tools. While we primarily use Figma, experience with robust prototyping tools like Axure RP for creating complex, data-driven prototypes is a significant plus.
Exceptional ability to simplify and distill complex processes and large amounts of data into clean, understandable, and validated design solutions.
Excellent communication and facilitation skills, with the ability to confidently present and defend design decisions to stakeholders, citing user data and research.
A collaborative spirit and a proven track record of working effectively with cross-functional teams in an agile environment.
(Preferred) Experience with ERP, order management, supply chain, or distribution software.
Why Join Cavallo?
Be part of a team solving real-world operational challenges where your research and design work will have a direct and measurable impact.
Join a product-first, design-centric culture where user research and validation are seen as critical to success.
Work on-site with collaborative colleagues in our Grand Rapids headquarters, where we value each other's input and feedback.
Opportunities for growth and learning in a fast-scaling SaaS company.
Strong leadership that believes in creating enormous value for our customers through a deep understanding of their needs.
Key Benefits
Competitive Salary Package
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Short-Term Disability Insurance
Generous PTO and Work/Life balance
Learning and Career Development Opportunities
About Cavallo
Cavallo is a trailblazing software company based in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Founded in 2003, we've been transforming how businesses manage productivity, efficiency, and profitability in the wholesale distribution sector.
Our story began when a small business owner partnered with a software developer to replace clipboards and legal pads with a streamlined inventory management system. Today, we deliver enterprise solutions that integrate with leading platforms and applications, driving growth and innovation for businesses across the country.
At Cavallo, we believe in the power of our team. We're always looking for talented, driven professionals who thrive in a culture of respect, collaboration, and opportunity.
Ready to join our team? Let's build something amazing together!
$88k-110k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Systems Design Lead - Marine
Ghostworks Marine
Senior user experience designer job in Holland, MI
Job DescriptionSalary:
We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Systems Design Lead to lead our systems design and engineering team in the marine industry. In this critical role, you will be the technical authority for all vessel systems, ensuring their efficient and safe operation from design and construction through to maintenance and repair. You will oversee all engineering activities, manage a team of engineering professionals, and be responsible for the vessel's technical integrity and compliance with all safety and environmental regulations.
*All candidates must be U.S. Citizens and there is no relocation included.
Key Responsibilities:
Systems Engineering: Oversee the design, engineering, operation and maintenance of all shipboard machinery, including propulsion, power generation, electrical, and auxiliary systems.
Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of engineers and technical personnel. You will be responsible for assigning tasks, providing guidance, and ensuring the professional development of your team.
Maintenance & Repair: Plan, direct, and execute maintenance and repair schedules. You will also oversee and inspect work performed by shoreside contractors to ensure it meets specifications.
Compliance & Safety: Ensure all engineering department activities adhere to international maritime regulations, company policies, and safety protocols. You will be responsible for preparing the vessel systems for inspections and audits as required.
Inventory & Budget: Manage the inventory of spare parts, fuel, lubricants, and other consumables. You will also be responsible for developing and managing the departmental budget.
Communication: Act as the primary technical liaison between the systems engineering department and company leadership.
Qualifications:
Experience: A minimum of 5-7 years of professional marine engineering experience with a significant amount of time spent in a leadership role.
Knowledge: Deep understanding of the operation, maintenance, and repair of shipboard machinery and engineering systems. Strong knowledge of international maritime regulations and safety management systems is essential.
Skills: Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. The ability to work under pressure and manage a diverse team in a dynamic environment is critical.
Physical: Willingness to work long hours and be on call 24/7 as needed, and the physical ability to work in a maritime environment.
$83k-121k yearly est. 27d ago
Lead, UX Product Designer
Deloitte 4.7
Senior user experience designer job in Grand Rapids, MI
Role Overview:As a Senior UX Product Designer for the Deloitte DT-US Product Engineering team, you will be tasked with solving complex challenges through elegant, user-centered design solutions. Our ideal candidate is a versatile design generalist with deep expertise in interaction design. You should feel equally at home shaping big-picture workflow and strategy as you are prototyping details visual and interaction elements. This role requires a proven track-record of experience-driven innovation. Join us in shaping the future of design!
Key Responsibilities:
+ Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design engaging and intuitive userexperiences using an iterative lean UX approach of continuous improvement
+ Create big-picture workflows as well as execute detailed visual & interaction design
+ Create user-friendly designs that enhance usability and optimize the overall userexperience, while identifying design challenges and proposing elegant, effective solutions.
+ Produce all design assets including concept designs, user flows, wireframes, user scenarios, journey maps, mockups, etc. that support intuitive and seamless user interactions.
+ Conduct heuristic evaluations of existing products to identify areas for improvement.
+ Develop innovative approaches to complex design problems, presenting your ideas through mockups, presentations, and detailed design specifications.
+ Work within a small, empowered product team to balance business objectives with user needs, collaborating with engineers to ensure smooth implementation of designs.
+ Understand business priorities together with user needs to create impactful experiences
+ Uphold high standards of user-centered design, iterating quickly and testing designs to enhance usability and consistency across touchpoints.
+ Collaborate with user researchers to inform design decisions, contributing to studies that explore unresolved user interface issues and opportunities.
+ Continuously challenge design effectiveness, monitor behavioral analytics, and suggest improvements to optimize userexperiences.
+ Contribute to the overall design framework, ensuring consistent design language and experiences across the product suite.
+ Ask insightful questions, take calculated risks, and champion new ideas to drive innovation.
+ Stay up to date with the latest UX trends, best practices, and methodologies in areas like information architecture, interaction design, and usability.
+ Operate effectively in both collaborative environments with other UX designers and autonomously when acting as the sole UX designer on a product squad.
+ Deliver high-quality UX work on time, showcasing your expertise in userexperiencedesign and detailed interactions.
Required Qualifications:
+ 5+ years as an interaction or product designer with a strong track record of crafting user interfaces that engage and delight users.
+ 5+ years of recent proficiency in industry-standard UX tools, preferred experience with Figma but open to additional technologies including Sketch, Adobe CC, Axure, InVision, UXPin, and Balsamiq, ensuring efficient design workflows.
+ 5+ years of hands on experience and proficiency in interactive designprinciples, consistently delivering simple, elegant, and aesthetically pleasing interfaces rooted in usability and accessibility.
+ Proficient in designing for both desktop and mobile platforms, with a focus on responsive and adaptive design that enhances the userexperience across devices.
+ Degree in Interaction Design, Human-Computer Interaction, Cognitive Psychology, or a related field
+ A strong portfolio or samples of work demonstrating experience and UX skills is required
+ Limited immigration sponsorship may be available
+ Ability to travel 0-10%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve
Preferred
+ Driven by a passion for solving user pain points, leveraging design thinking and user feedback to create seamless experiences.
+ Highly creative and analytical, able to navigate between strategic vision and hands-on execution, ensuring solutions are innovative and intuitive.
+ Collaborative and open-minded, eager to contribute to team success while continuously learning and iterating on designs based on feedback.
+ Thrives in dynamic, fast-paced environments, iterating quickly to incorporate feedback and improve outcomes.
+ Deeply passionate about UX and innovation, constantly exploring new design trends and methodologies to stay ahead.
+ Strong organizational and time-management skills, able to prioritize tasks effectively and work independently to meet deadlines.
The team:US Deloitte Technology Product Engineering has modernized software and product delivery, creating a scalable, cost-effective model that focuses on value/outcomes that leverages a progressive and responsive talent structure. As Deloitte's primary internal development team, Product Engineering delivers innovative digital solutions to businesses, service lines, and internal operations with proven bottom-line results and outcomes. It helps power Deloitte's success. It is the engine that drives Deloitte, serving many of the world's largest, most respected companies. We develop and deploy cutting-edge internal and go-to-market solutions that help Deloitte operate effectively and lead in the market. Our reputation is built on a tradition of delivering with excellence.
The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $97,000 - $200,000.
You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.
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$67k-85k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Senior UX Designer
Vervint
Senior user experience designer job in Grand Rapids, MI
Senior UX Designer | Full-Time | Grand Rapids, MI or Minneapolis, MN Preferred As a SeniorDesigner, you are a high-level performer of the XRD practice. In this role, you will be a key strategic leader responsible for shaping the overall service design vision and direction. This role involves leading and mentoring others, collaborating with executive stakeholders, and driving innovation in service experiences.
Thinking ahead, seeing beyond, and building together
Vervint is a purpose-driven, global consultancy that is a digital catalyst, empowering people and organizations to thrive in the experience-driven world. Vervint offers cross-functional expertise and guidance that goes beyond great tech - believing technology, thoughtful strategy, and human creativity lead to real progress and transformation. With a human-focused approach, Vervint provides a roadmap for success inherent in design, empathy, and ingenuity. Our commitment to purposeful progress gives us a unique ability to thrive at the intersection of technology, strategy, and experience to create impactful solutions that are more than simply migrating, integrating, or building tech.
With offices in Michigan and Minnesota and employees across the globe, we put people at the heart of everything we do. Our values are part of what makes us different - for our employees, clients, and the communities in which we live and work. At Vervint, our purpose is progress, and we are out to improve lives by keeping humanity at the core of every solution.
What You'll Accomplish • Develop and communicate a compelling and cohesive design strategy aligned with the client's business goals and user needs.
• Lead the integration of service design into the overall business strategy and contribute to shaping the client's organizational vision.
• Identify and articulate strategic opportunities for enhancing the overall service experience.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product management, development, marketing, and business strategy, to ensure the seamless integration of service design into all aspects of the client's organization.
• Oversee and guide advanced user research initiatives, leveraging qualitative and quantitative methods to gain deep insights into user behaviors, needs, and pain points.
• Lead the creation of comprehensive service blueprints, user journey maps, and system architectures to holistically visualize and improve service ecosystems.
• Explore and champion emerging trends, technologies, and design methodologies to push the boundaries of service design. • Foster a culture of innovation with the XRD team and Vervint.
• Promote a collaborative and inclusive team culture.
• Ensure high-quality design deliverables by conducting regular design reviews and providing constructive feedback.
• Uphold design standards and best practices across all projects.
• Translate research findings into actionable design strategies and opportunities for innovation.
• Mentor and inspire other designers within XRD, providing guidance on complex projects and fostering professional development.
• Engage with stakeholders to align design initiatives with broader business objectives.
• Present design strategies, concepts, and business impact to clients. What You'll Bring • A learning/growth mindset and the ability to collaborate effectively with others.
• A strong grasp of human-centered design methodologies. • Expertise in relevant design (i.e., Figma, Sketch, Adobe Creative Suite) and/or research (i.e., Dovetail, Marvin) tools.
• Proficiency in software development methodologies such as Agile, Scrum, or Kanban.
• Comfort with ambiguity, a desire to empathize, and resilience to adapt and flex as needed.
• Great communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills; ability to communicate confidently and effectively with people at all levels of the organization.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to fluidly move across client accounts.
• Comfortable managing priorities and working on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Willingness to navigate conflict and offer (and accept) constructive feedback.
• Thoughtful decision-making skills and the ability to discern when to call on others for support.
• A self-directed working style with an ownership and accountability mindset.
• Awareness of relevant industry trends and best practices.
• Deep curiosity and the willingness to try, learn, and iterate.
• Willingness to share knowledge and contribute to the team's success. Education/Experience • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in interaction design, interface design, human computer interaction, human-centered design, fine arts, research, graphic design or UX.
• At least 5-7 years of relevant experience and a strong portfolio that reflects your experiencedesigning applications, experiences, websites, products and services that balance user needs, business objectives, and technical constraints.
You Belong. At Vervint, we embrace all facets of identity that make you - you. From race, gender identity, and veteran status to disabilities and more, your lived experiences enrich everyone around you. We know when we create an environment of safety and respect for individuals and their identities, we all do our best work. That is why we celebrate our diversity, foster equity, and champion inclusion within our company, the work we do, and our communities. As we work together, we commit to continuous growth, learning from our mistakes, and expanding on our caring culture to bring our values to life.
Vervint is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veterans status, familial status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, status regarding public assistance or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
$76k-105k yearly est. 49d ago
Creative Product Designer
Convivial Brands Elc
Senior user experience designer job in Grand Rapids, MI
The Creative Product Designer creates visual concepts to communicate ideas that inspire, inform, and captivate consumers. This individual understands consumer and retailer needs and uses that information to create products that will be successful in the marketplace. This role is a blend of highly conceptual and technical functions, and is responsible for design trend research, new product concepting, design execution and refinement, and preparation of art for reproduction. The Creative Product Designer role requires a high level of creativity, skilled application of art knowledge and aesthetics, graphic design proficiency, typography expertise, and understanding of print manufacturing processes to deliver consistently innovative and relevant products. This individual will collaborate effectively with the Creative, Product Development, and Marketing and Sales teams to understand client needs and develop product that is aesthetically appealing within established graphic and brand parameters.
This is a full-time, on-site position based at our corporate headquarters in Grand Rapids, MI.
Qualifications
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
Assists with the design of in-house projects from inception to production.
Illustrates concepts by designing rough layout of art and copy regarding arrangement, size, type size and style, and related aesthetic concepts.
Illustrates concepts by designing rough art layouts and applies strong layout, color, and finishing solutions when creating product design concepts, effectively integrating hand lettering and typography when applicable.
Designs a variety of product categories, including cards, paper tableware, gift packaging, home, giftware, and packaging.
Concepts and mocks up design ideas and layouts based on knowledge of layout principles and artistic design concepts.
Participates in brainstorms to develop innovative, brand right products that support creative strategies and meet retailer and consumer needs.
Understands and supports corporate pricing strategies by designing innovative product with appropriate attributes and perceived value that align with specified price and cost targets.
Keeps a finger on the pulse of what is happening in the world of design by researching market and design trends, product innovations, vendors and other departmental topics.
Stays current with trends in graphic design techniques and software.
Proactively communicates and collaborates with the creative team and other stakeholders to plan, conceptualize, create, analyze, organize, and execute assigned projects.
Works as part of the creative team to develop and maintain effective and consistent graphics that support brand strategy.
Acts as a versatile, flexible team player with the ability to collaborate cross functionally.
Provides strong conceptual/aesthetic direction, either through written or verbal communication, to team members and outside resources.
Consistently meets all project and task deadlines assigned by VP of Brand & Product and/or Art Director and/or Creative Director.
Adapts to changes in the work environment in ways that help other members keep projects on course.
Exhibits full responsibility for one's own work achievements and consistently maintains a high level of self-management that contributes to sustained high performance.
Uses time available effectively to complete work tasks and activities that lead to the achievement of expected work objectives.
Digitally manipulates artwork for desired look to ensure colors are optimized for reproduction processes.
Builds digital files to meet Convivial Brands' manufacturing standards.
Maintains ongoing and thorough knowledge of manufacturing processes and finishing applications.
Makes various formats of supplied artwork production-ready and resolves any artwork issues that arise during production. This includes image retouching, clipping paths, and additional image manipulation.
Participates in additional special projects as needed as well as all other duties assigned by direct supervisor.
Convivial Brands Expectations of all Employees:
Adheres to all Convivial Brands Policies and Procedures.
Always conducts self in a manner consistent with Convivial Brands' Core Values.
Maintains a positive and respectful attitude with all contacts.
Consistently reports to work on time and prepared to perform the duties of the position.
Meets productivity standards and performs duties as workload necessitates.
Maintains the privacy of all company proprietary information.
Treats visitors, vendors, customers, and team members with respect and dignity.
Able to safely perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Supervisory Responsibilities: None
Required/Desired Qualifications:
Education, Training, and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Illustration, Fine Arts, or another related field.
2 - 5 years of related work experience obtained through employment and/or internship.
Demonstrates graphic design skills with a strong portfolio.
Experience in social expression, stationery, or gift industry, or a closely related category is preferred but not required.
Familiarity with Microsoft Office programs such as Work and Excel.
A strong grasp of design software programs, such as Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and Adobe InDesign.
Strong aesthetic sensibility.
Up-to-date knowledge of current and forecasted trends.
Specific skills, knowledge, and abilities:
Must be a self-starter and problem solver, capable of functioning in a dynamic, fast paced, change oriented environment.
Ability to prioritize assignments with little or no supervision, coordinating deadlines with manager and team members, manufacturing, sourcing, and freelance studios.
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality design products.
Collaborative team player with the ability to connect and work with team members at all levels, interacting effectively with senior management and staff to carry out the organization's mission and objectives.
Ability to give and receive constructive feedback from other team members with an open mind.
Ability to effectively build relationships that establish trust, respect, competence, and confidence.
Understands color management standards.
Superb interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
$66k-100k yearly est. 19d ago
Senior Designer - Grand Rapids
Mrinetwork Jobs 4.5
Senior user experience designer job in Grand Rapids, MI
Job Description
SeniorDesigner
We're seeking a SeniorDesigner with a strong design sensibility, exceptional attention to detail, and proven leadership experience to join a collaborative, high-performing architectural and interior design team. This role offers the opportunity to work across all phases of design and construction, leading interior architecture and design efforts on a diverse range of project types including high-end residential, K-12 education, and healthcare environments.
This position is ideal for a highly motivated design professional who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and is passionate about delivering innovative, human-centered spaces that reflect technical excellence and client-focused solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead interior design and architectural projects through all project phases-from concept and schematic design to construction documentation and administration
Develop and present design concepts, detailing, and specifications with a strong emphasis on millwork, lighting, and high-quality finishes
Coordinate closely with clients, consultants, vendors, and internal teams to ensure project vision, timelines, and budgets are met
Produce technical documentation in Revit, including detailed drawings, interior elevations, millwork, and finish schedules
Create compelling visual presentations using SketchUp, Revit, and Adobe InDesign
Manage consultant coordination, client communications, and project deliverables
Source FF&E, develop furniture layouts, and assist in preparing bids and budgets
Conduct site visits, document field conditions, and oversee design implementation during construction
Qualifications:
10+ years of professional experience in interior design or architecture
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Interior Design or Architecture
NCIDQ certification or Architect license strongly preferred
Proficiency in Revit and SketchUp required; Adobe InDesign experience a plus
Demonstrated experience in high-end residential, K-12 education, or healthcare design
Excellent time management skills and ability to balance multiple priorities
Strong communication and interpersonal skills for team collaboration and client engagement
Commitment to continuous learning, mentorship, and professional growth
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$69k-108k yearly est. Easy Apply 10d ago
Supercenter Designer
Meijer, Inc. 4.5
Senior user experience designer job in Grand Rapids, MI
As a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, you're provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development. Consider joining our family - take care of your career and your community!
Meijer Rewards
* Weekly pay
* Scheduling flexibility
* Paid parental leave
* Paid education assistance
* Team member discount
* Development programs for advancement and career growth
Please review the job profile below and apply today!
* Hybrid Schedule offered: Monday-Wednesday in-office (Grand Rapids, MI), Thursday-Friday flexible/remote days.*
The Store Layout Designer acts as lead liaison with business partners to create design solutions that meet business needs. They Store Layout Designer becomes store design subject matter expert for a portion of the store. They also stay in tune with ever changing strategic objectives for merchandising and operations partners and prepare technical layouts and specifications to be used as source documents for A&E drawings.
What You'll be Doing:
* Involved in store layout solution development under the direction of the Creative Store Design Manager.
* Own and understand the design intent for their respective area of the store layout (foods, softlines, hardlines or operational spaces).
* Maintain design standard criteria and prototype standards with engagement for stakeholders.
* Keep current as strategies change.
* Understand productivity and space performance for respective areas. Use that information in remodel and new store conceptual development to make good business decisions.
* Lead scope and solution development for creative study and designs.
* Articulate design needs, investigate potentially options, and win acceptance of preferred solution.
* Facilitate meetings and conversations with stakeholders to find acceptable solutions.
* Work with Procurement equipment and fixture specialists/buyers to find solutions that meet collective goals.
* Coordinate design solutions with signage or other store design décor elements.
* Assist, as needed, in the layout production activities associated with new stores, remodels, or other capital projects (layouts, spec sheets, virtual store processing, etc.).
* Participate in the review of layout drawings and A/E construction documents to ensure highest quality deliverables to partner teams.
What You Bring with You (Qualifications):
* Bachelor's degree or equivalent retail experience.
* 5+ years of experience in retail store design, with focus on store layouts.
* Ability to extract information and articulate needs into requirements for solution development.
* Good analytical skills; attention to detail and able to work in a fast paced environment.
* Understanding of applicable building codes, state/federal laws and standards as they relate to retail design.
* Good working knowledge within CAD drawings as related to: Layer management & usage; Drawing scales as they relate to text, dimensions, lines, viewports, etc.; Plotting & plot scales, pen tables, etc.; Sections/Details; Profiles.
$82k-107k yearly est. Auto-Apply 20d ago
Director of Higher Education | Senior Designer
Tower Pinkster 4.1
Senior user experience designer job in Grand Rapids, MI
TowerPinkster is an innovative architecture, engineering, and interior design firm based in the Midwest with offices in Michigan, Indiana, and Kentucky. This position description is for a talented leader and seniordesigner (architect, interior designer, planner, or landscape architect) for the Higher Education market sector to plan, cultivate, lead, and grow the vision for business development and client relations, and design expertise in this sector. This position includes identifying and developing client and community contacts with long-term impact for the future success of the firm. It is also to listen and collaborate with clients to develop planning, programming, and/or design concepts that bring creativity and innovation. The candidate will have a strong ability to work with and mentor younger designers and provide insights and guidance to the design team. Areas of design specialty will be higher education and as a diverse practice will include any of TowerPinkster's five core market sectors, as well as any advanced certifications or training. This position favors an experienced, strategic professional with drive, initiative, and strong interpersonal skills with the desire to work in a collaborative environment with our team.
Responsibilities include positioning the firm to cultivate opportunities, lead and respond to requests for proposals, and direct pursuits with clients to remain competitive in the market and enhance our current market practice. It also includes collaborating to develop a strategic business development and marketing plan that guides the Higher Education market to consistently meet and exceed the Firm's established financial goals. This role also includes developing and growing your professional network and capabilities to ensure maximum effectiveness and enhancement of client satisfaction. In addition, we promote collaborating with team members who have talent and expertise to enhance relationships with current and future clients.
Given the role and responsibilities of this position, the intent is to split time between business development activities and additional responsibilities in the firm, which may include project planning, programming, design, project management, or other key roles depending on skills and expertise of the individual.
Position responsibilities + EXPECTATIONS
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
Lead business development efforts in the Higher Education market sector and participate in other sectors based on past and current relationships and business network.
Dedicate time each week to active business development tasks (calls, prospective client meetings, potential project pursuits, community events, etc), which shall include after-hours events.
Develop letter proposals and work with the Business Development and Marketing teams to lead development of RFQ/P proposal responses for various project pursuits, which include content development. Lead and provide strategy and direction for interview presentations, as required.
Identify annual sales capture within the market sector and set annual sales goals for the market.
Author the market plan for the Higher Education market sector, including project pursuits, advancing expertise, strengthening our reputation in sector, and defining advertisements / sponsorships / PR opportunities. Develop and manage the market sector budget including related labor and expenses.
Establish and maintain positive relationships with current/past clients, various higher education institutions (public Universities, Community Colleges, Private Colleges) and other related organizations, and other higher education organizations in our geographic markets.
Identify potential community engagement opportunities to enhance your profile in the community.
Update marketing contacts weekly and attend Business Development meetings and others as needed.
Strive to be a higher education expert and create content for publication on blog, website, newsletter, and/or other media platforms. Participate in speaking engagements and writing articles that promote the Firm as an industry expert in the market sector.
Mentor/develop other team members in business development roles and activities.
Attend industry/market sector conferences for professional growth, networking, and promotion of our services.
Develop white papers, speaking engagements and web content to support Higher Education expertise.
Report to the Director of Business Development on the Higher Education market sector activities and interface with the Manager of Marketing + Communications on various initiatives to advance the reputation of the market sector.
DESIGN + ENGAGEMENT
Client and Professional Based
Work in other roles within a project team, which may consist of client management, planning, programming, concept design, quality control, project management, and/or key skills that result in successful projects and satisfied clients.
Client management of relationships for project specific work and/or to maintain client satisfaction with various client contacts. Oversee client satisfaction feedback.
Mentor design team members and promote learning opportunities.
Coordinate with Design Department leadership to delegate work assignments for growth, matching responsibility to individuals and providing mentorship and coaching.
Work independently and report to a Design Supervisor in Grand Rapids for reviews and resources.
Set overall project expectations and monitor activities and progress of the project.
Design Based
Lead medium to large size project design and project teams (25,000sf to 200,000+sf).
Lead the project programming phase to understand client needs and desires.
Develop design concepts (architecture, interior design, master planning, or landscape architecture) through an iterative process and lead discussions during concept design to refine ideas and gain client approval.
Interpret, organize, and coordinate design assignments for the team while executing client vision.
Plan and develop design projects with high complexities.
Research and implement sustainable design approaches into project solutions.
Technical Focused
Lead exploration of subject areas, definition of scope, selection and development of concepts and building systems appropriate to client desires.
Create design elements, design coordination, renderings and graphics utilizing strength of design department.
Lead material definition, system design of envelope, and interior character while coordinating with the Interior Designer.
Lead code, zoning, and municipality research to ensure compliance with requirements.
Author the Design Statement, Schematic Design Narrative, and support the development of outline specifications.
Support role in project coordination and document development (all phases).
Position qualifications
The items listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and abilities that enable success in this role. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Comprehensive understanding of the business development role of an architecture and engineering firm, and strategies for proactive pursuits of clients and projects.
Proficient with establishing project fees, project schedules, and work plans.
Excellent verbal and written communication, team collaboration, organization, and time management skills.
Able to effectively present information and respond to questions from clients, stakeholders, and the general public and represent the Firm positively in the community.
Strong background and success with project and people management.
Ability to interact positively and professionally with clients, team members, and partners.
Will likely spend time in our various office locations - Kalamazoo, Grand Rapids, Grand Haven, New Albany/Louisville, and possible future location(s).
Periodic travel for client meetings, business development, and conferences.
Participation in professional organization memberships, meetings and conferences.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Licensed Architect, Certified Interior Designer, Certified Master Planner, or Licensed Landscape Architect with a minimum of 15 years' experience.
Bachelor's or Master's Degree from an accredited program.
Experience with Business Development and Proposal generation.
Experience with managing and maintaining positive client relationships.
Experience with all phases of project development; including studies, programming, concept development through construction administration.
Experience with various project delivery methods (CM, GC, Design-Build, Design-Assist, IPD, etc.).
Ability to sketch and draw by hand and create computer generated 3D graphics.
Strong design sensibilities and leadership in early phases of project development.
Dynamic graphic presentations and design and communication skills.
Command of constructability and material selections that relate to design expression.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Teams, Word, Excel, Outlook, and Project.
Knowledge of Revit, AutoCAD, Photoshop, InDesign, etc.
Knowledge of Google Workspace, including Slides, Docs, Sheets, Forms, Calendar, etc.
LEED, WELL or LFA accreditation preferred.
Solid foundational knowledge of health and safety codes.
WHAT WE OFFER
We take a holistic approach to ensure the wellbeing of our team members. TowerPinkster is proud to support its team members with a robust compensation and benefits package, which includes:
Industry-leading compensation package - paid overtime, performance bonuses, and profit sharing.
National award-winning culture and a supportive work environment that empowers employees to stay healthy, fulfill their interests and passions, and balance work and life goals.
A collaborative work environment along with many culture connection events.
Flexible work hours with a Work-Life Balance program providing six additional days off per year, and a healthy Paid Time Off program. Paid community service hours.
A comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, short term and long-term disability benefits.
Annual team training and professional development opportunities.
The opportunity to reach your career goals with an award-winning Firm. We highly encourage licensure, certification and professional organization memberships which are Firm paid.
Continuing educational opportunities and tuition reimbursement program.
Firm paid life and wellness coach for individuals and families in partnership with Ulliance.
Culture and wellness programs include fitness challenges, book clubs, in-office massages, medication and more. Our Taking Shape Wellness program offers incentives up to $400 annually.
TowerPinkster is a firm of architects, engineers, and interior designers committed to design integrity, quality, and environmental responsibility. Our doors opened in 1953 with just six people, and now we have more than 230 of the best employees in Michigan, Indiana, and Kentucky. At our firm, it's our people who make us different. We have the freedom to explore new ideas, the tools to create innovative strategies, and the talent to inspire our clients through interactive design. Our expertise and collaborative, client-centered approach means the best ideas rise to the top.
We strive to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture that empowers each person to be their genuine self. We are committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. For more than 70 years, we have made significant contributions to our communities through our commitment to quality, sustainability, and equitable design.
TowerPinkster received the 2025 National 101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work for Award and the 2025 Best Firm Award from Zweig Group. We are proud of this achievement and are thankful for our client relationships, our generous communities, and all the employees who contribute to our exciting and creative culture! Our supportive work environment helps employees reach their career goals, and we have fun doing it!
********************** We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
$76k-101k yearly est. Auto-Apply 16d ago
Director of User Experience
Maximus 4.3
Senior user experience designer job in Grand Rapids, MI
Description & Requirements Maximus is currently seeking a Director of UserExperience to join our dynamic, matrixed team dedicated to delivering outstanding user-centered experiences across both digital and analog channels for our government customers across our state and local and federal businesses in the United States, Canada, UK, and Saudi Arabia. As a trusted partner to governments across the globe, Maximus helps reimagine how public services are delivered amid complex technology, health, economic, environmental, and social challenges.
This is a hybrid role based in Princeton, NJ. You must live within a commutable distance of the office and regularly work on-site.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Direct the writing, design, translation, review, and testing of print and digital program materials.
- Direct planning, staffing, budgeting, schedules, delivery, and quality to meet business requirements.
- Develop and recommend innovative methods, techniques, and criteria for project execution.
- Coach project teams, manage assignments/schedules, and ensure successful completion of tasks.
- Review project deliverables to ensure compliance with acceptance criteria and contract requirements.
- Provide accurate and timely communication of risks, issues, and mitigation plans.
- Develop and maintain project plan, meeting agendas/minutes, status reports, and financial tracking.
- Build relationships and grow trust with clients, stakeholders, other departments, and digital team.
- Influence others to accept and follow policies, procedures, practices and approaches.
Job-Specific Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Conceptualize and execute design across digital channels, translating complex government policies into compelling experiences.
- Provide thought leadership and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive experience direction.
- Lead the creation of deliverables including information architectures, sitemaps, wireframes, prototypes, personas, user journeys, service blueprints, and process flows.
- Collaborate with product managers and other designers to define, prioritize, and solve problems.
- Make strategic design and user-experience decisions related to core, and new, functions, and features.
- Manage relationships with external partners, freelancers, and vendors, as needed.
- Support business development through estimation, solutioning, and high-level staffing plans.
- Partner with cross-functional teams-including product managers, designers, and peers in creative content-to align experiencedesign with platform capabilities, content strategy, and delivery excellence.
- Champion the adoption of emerging UX trends, tools, and best practices to continuously improve design standards and methodologies.
- Leverage insights and analytics into every stage of decision-making to deliver inclusive, user-centered experiences that drive engagement, outcomes, trust, and compliance.
- Facilitate client discussions and workshops, lead critiques, and coach fellow designers using methodologies grounded in design thinking, lean, and agile to help solve complicated problems in a cost effective, rapid and precise manner.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in related field required.
- 10-12 years of related professional experience required.
- Minimum 2 years experience managing a department of professional level employees.
- Proficient in Microsoft Project.
Job-Specific Minimum Requirements:
- 10 years designing web, mobile, social, and interactive experiences through full development cycles in discovery, concepting, prototyping, testing, and delivery.
- 5 years of demonstrated success leading in a client-facing role agency or consultancy.
- Expert proficiency with modern design tools, prototyping, and collaboration platforms.
Preferred Skills and Qualifications:
- Proven track record building inclusive, high-performing creative teams.
- Experience in government, healthcare, financial, or other regulated sectors.
- Advanced degree in userexperience, information design, human computer interaction, interaction design, computer science, or information technology.
- Knowledge of UI design patterns including SPA, RIA, and AI/chat/voice interfaces.
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EEO Statement
Maximus is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.
Pay Transparency
Maximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances.
Accommodations
Maximus provides reasonable accommodations to individuals requiring assistance during any phase of the employment process due to a disability, medical condition, or physical or mental impairment. If you require assistance at any stage of the employment process-including accessing job postings, completing assessments, or participating in interviews,-please contact People Operations at **************************.
Minimum Salary
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170,000.00
Maximum Salary
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185,000.00
$89k-146k yearly est. Easy Apply 8d ago
Packaging Designer
Smartdept
Senior user experience designer job in Grand Rapids, MI
smartdept. is searching for a Packaging Designer for a global consumer goods client located in Ada, MI. The ideal candidate will come with 4+ years of experience. This is a full-time, hybrid, 12-month contract opportunity with the possibility of an extension.
This role supports the need for high-quality packaging assets and fast, efficient production workflows. The selected Packaging Designer will focus on creating accurate and visually compelling product pack shots, silhouette photography, and related packaging visuals used across digital and print channels. The ideal candidate is technically strong, highly organized, and skilled at balancing creative craftsmanship with production-level speed and accuracy. Working closely with cross-functional partners, this designer will support packaging processes and ensure all deliverables meet both creative and operational needs.
What You'll Do:
Create accurate, polished product pack shots, silhouette photography, and packaging visuals.
Produce, refine, and optimize packaging assets for digital and print channels.
Work efficiently within production workflows while maintaining exceptional accuracy and brand consistency.
Collaborate with cross-functional partners to support packaging processes and deliverables.
Manage assets with strong version control and adherence to workflow processes.
What You'll Need:
Advanced proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator.
Strong experience with 3D design software.
Demonstrated ability to work in fast-paced environments under tight timelines without sacrificing quality.
Exceptional attention to detail and craftsmanship.
Strong understanding of packaging principles, print requirements, and digital asset production.
Excellent organizational skills including asset management and workflow adherence.
Education/Experience:
Minimum 4 years' experience in packaging design, product rendering, or similar visual production roles.
$42k-59k yearly est. 51d ago
Designer
Welch Packaging Group
Senior user experience designer job in Grand Rapids, MI
Summary: Works with members of the sales team to effectively provide creative solutions and presentations, technical support and accurate specifications in a timely manner to both internal and external customers that will deliver the Ultimate Corrugated Experience and promote the Service Promise. Key Responsibilities:
Ability to understand performance of each type of board grade, medium and liner combination.
Understands customer products/needs, Welch business strategy, Welch sales strategy and overall packing requirements for projects.
Utilization of TOPs program to analyze the performance needs of structure being provided to the customer.
Supplies final CADs for production runs and sample designs for approval/signoff by customer.
Ability to use 3-D software (Artios) for development of products or presentations for customers.
Formulate and communicate ideas for new accounts or products while analyzing customer needs and production feasibility.
Accompany Sales Representatives on occasion to present new designs or presentations to customers or prospects.
Works with customer service representative or sales representative to review accounts and make recommendations for update on style, board weight and new products.
Meet deadlines for design requests/samples based on information supplied from sales representative or production.
Adhere to and support all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping
REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS Education: • College degree in Business, Organizational Management, Structural Design or related field preferred. Experience
2 years of designerexperience
TOPs program for pallet efficiencies and stacking strength
Artios program for package design
Proficiency in SQL, ETL tools, API's and Power BI
Experience with Windows operation systems
SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS OR ABILITIES • Strong written and oral communication. • Organization and attention to detail. • Analytical and problem-solving skills. • Time management. • Systems analysis. • Mathematical and deductive reasoning. • Critical thinking. • Active learning. PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the functions of this job.
Physical Requirements:
• Reaching above shoulder heights, below the waist or lifting as required to handle the technology equipment or store materials during the workday.
• Must be able to lift as much as 40 pounds and manipulate corrugate for prototyping
Work Environment: Typical office environment Exposure to loud manufacturing environment
Welch Packaging is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran.
$58k-89k yearly est. 13d ago
Cabinetry Designer
Engelsma Homes
Senior user experience designer job in Grand Rapids, MI
Job Description
About Us
If you like a company that's big enough to provide stability yet small enough that you can make decisions and move fast, Engelsma Homes is the place for you. We are a custom builder of new luxury homes that has been serving West Michigan for over 20 years. We transform lives and landscapes by creating extraordinary homes where every detail reflects our commitment to excellence, innovation, and meaningful connection. Our office and production area are tucked back in the woods where we can be inspired by the beauty of the landscape. And our talented and dedicated team members describe our culture as driven, supportive, and rewarding. That makes sense because "team first" and "drive to get things done" are two of our core values. We feel the combination of great people and culture are a key factor in creating beautiful spaces our clients love.
About this role:
Do you thrive on working closely with clients to help bring their home design dreams to life? Is your brain is wired to juggle multiple priorities, solve problems big and small, and keep it all straight by perfecting great processes? If that sounds like you, you might just be the one we've been searching for. We are searching for an experienced Cabinetry and Interior Components Designer to join our driven, hardworking, and talented team. This client-facing design professional will be responsible for executing selections, maintaining project documentation, and developing their own design vision relating to cabinetry, trim work, closets, appliances and stairs. The ideal candidate will have strong customer service and top-notch organizational skills to ensure designs are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality. The role reports to the Director of Design and will play a key role in managing project workflows, presenting design solutions and proposing options that meet functional, aesthetic and budgetary goals. In the role you will:
Bring strong knowledge of residential design processes, education in Interior Design, and 1-3 years of experience in cabinetry design.
Identify and develop your own design vision within project scope.
Communicate with clients to hear needs, educate on options, and propose solutions that meet functional and aesthetic goals.
Execute client-facing selections for cabinetry, trim, closets, appliances, stairs and metal stair structures.
Track client budgets, allowances, and communicate changes under Lead guidance.
Coordinate with Engineering, vendors, and internal staff to support project execution.
Collaborate with Interior Designers to determine profiles, finishes, and placement of design elements.
Maintain product samples to support client presentations and decision-making.
Coordinate with Lead to prioritize project workflows and manage deadlines for assigned projects.
Organize and manage digital and physical resources libraries, ensuring accuracy, accessibility and professionalism.
Ensure project documentation is up-to-date and consistent.
Maintain knowledge of industry best practices and incorporate new ideas into departmental standards and workflows.
What you will get:
Opportunity to hone your design skills at a top residential construction firm
The chance to turn creative ideas into an executable plan and beautiful results
A workspace with a great view of the woods in our new office building
Competitive Compensation
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance on first day of work
401k with a company match
Paid time off
7 Paid Holidays
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$58k-89k yearly est. 8d ago
Designer Hourly
Us Lbm Service Co 4.3
Senior user experience designer job in Wyoming, MI
Based in Michigan, Zeeland Lumber & Supply operates truss and wall panel component manufacturing plants along with full-service building material yards that distribute lumber and an expansive range of specialty products, such as windows, doors, roofing, cabinets, decking, and interior and exterior trim.
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A Brief Overview
The Designer Hourly uses computer or technical tools to prepare detailed presentation of building material requirements and or systems for assigned project or related segment. This position may design and complete layouts of residential roof and floor systems for pricing and manufacturing.
What you will do
Designs residential roof and floor systems and produces layouts.
Discusses changes and corrections with engineers, architects and contractors prior to and during construction.
Presents, sells and follows-up on new jobs.
Prepares roof truss and truss joist floor layouts.
Performs job site inspections.
Produces materials list.
Determines special notes to append contracts.
Resolves architectural and design discrepancies.
Assists in the shipping department.
Complies with Company's attendance policy by maintaining regular and predictable attendance.
Performs other duties as necessary.
Read and understand blueprints and detailed technical drawings.
Use computer or other technical equipment to provide a technically accurate layout (takeoff) of customer order.
Adhere to local building codes and material constraints when developing material list and design layout.
Produce final copies for contractor use for bathrooms, kitchens, decks, patios and others as assigned.
Assist customers as required, providing accurate, timely and thorough customer service.
Measure and scale projects on-site.
Attend training as required to maintain current knowledge of drafting and relevant aspects.
Invoice project, schedule installation and delivery of products and materials.
Required For All Jobs
Perform other duties as assigned.
Comply with all policies and standards.
Adheres to Company's commitment to workplace safety.
Education Qualifications
High School or GED required.
Associate's Degree in civil, architectural or design related field may be required.
Bachelor's Degree preferred.
Applicable work experience may be substituted for education requirement.
Experience Qualifications
1 year of drafting experience in a construction or building materials-related industry required.
Skills and Abilities
Special skills required-Proficient technical writing skills. Excellent salesmanship and communication skills. Proprietary software, AUTOCAD, computer literate, ability to read technical drawings.
Special knowledge required-Reading and interpreting blueprints in an architectural related industry.
Other-PC Literate with Microsoft Office products, AUTO CAD, and other design programs that facilitate learning in-house program with ease.
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Zeeland Lumber & Supply
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a Division of US LBM Holdings, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, order of protection status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.
$58k-90k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Industrial Designer - Product Design
Orb Aerospace
Senior user experience designer job in Lowell, MI
US Citizen or Permanent Resident In-PersonStarts Immediately 85-120K Base + Options and Incentives
Join us in building better airplanes faster, reindustrializing the Midwest, and turning autonomous aircraft into on-demand infrastructure. Orb is a small mission-driven team where your initiative, creativity, and dedication will be used to reach every village on the planet with power, logistics, and communications for the sake of the “least of these”.
Your Role at Orb: Re-imagine American Aviation, design from first principles to build novel air systems that are beautiful and functional.Key Responsibilities
· Concept Modeling
· Concept Art/Rendering
· Class A Surfacing
· Designing Around Third-Party Components
· Integrating Third-Party Components
· Defining Electrical and Mechanical Interfaces
· Oversee Engineering and Manufacturing Execution
· Deploy with Customers - Understand Their Needs - Use Our Products
Desired Skills and Qualifications:
· ExperienceDesigning for Manufacturing
· Experience in Design for Plastics Injection Molding
· Experience in 3D Printing and Modeling
· Experience in Design for CNC
· CAD Expert (NX, Autodesk, SolidWorks)
· Sub D Concept Modeling (Blender, Alias, NX, Fusion)
· Class A NURBs Surface Modeling
Build cathedrals, put the kingdom first, and play to win at Orb Aerospace
About Orb Aerospace: Orb was started with the mission to bring aviation to the 80% of the world that's never had it; turning autonomous aircraft into tools to decentralize infrastructure, connect continents, protect soldiers, provide for families, and run economies. “Less like the flying taxis, more like the flying cowboys,” Orb is at the intersection of manned and unmanned aviation, reindustrializing the Midwest, and building the future we know is possible and want to live in.
About Node One: Node One is a small team of engineers and operators who have dedicated their lives to solving some of the world's hardest problems through a new kind of aviation. Orb's live-work-fly R&D HQ. Node One is all about reducing the cycle time to design, build, and fly aircraft from years to months and building the systems and platforms we'll use to reach every village on the planet. We stand on the shoulders of giants. Their great work allows us to accomplish ours. If you've been a rocket/airplane nerd and have a passion for designing, building, and flying airframes, autopilots, power systems, and embedded systems, or you love to push a new product through new manufacturing methods to a new market, come join the team at Node One and make history.
Orb Employees Are:· High Agency and Biased Towards Action· Have a History of Self-Starting, Pacing, and Finishing Projects· Thrive with Autonomy to Design New Solutions to Partially Defined Problems· Are Curious and Continue Learning· Can Represent the Company to Stakeholders and Customers Forward Deployed· Have Integrity and a Desire to Serve Others
Standard Benefits Package: · Orb provides a monthly flat rate towards medical, dental, and visiono $500 flat rate for individuals; $850 flat rate for married/family· Medical, Vision, Dental, Short/Long Term Disability, and Group/Voluntary Life Insurance· Opt-In 401K Options (Pre-Tax or Roth) with a 3% Employer Match
Perks: · Support in Getting your Pilots License and Ratings· Support for Continuing Education· Annual Customer Demos all over the World
$66k-100k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Packaging Designer
Action Packaging LLC
Senior user experience designer job in Caledonia, MI
Opus Packaging - West Michigan, is a premier packaging company and supplier of corrugated products. Our philosophy and values are the backbone of Opus, but it is our employees who bring them to life. We know that the most critical component of a thriving business is a thriving team.
$42k-59k yearly est. Auto-Apply 19d ago
Packaging Designer
Opus Packaging-West Michigan
Senior user experience designer job in Caledonia, MI
Job Description
Opus Packaging - West Michigan, is a premier packaging company and supplier of corrugated products. Our philosophy and values are the backbone of Opus, but it is our employees who bring them to life. We know that the most critical component of a thriving business is a thriving team.
We are currently searching for a Packaging Designer for our Caledonia, MI location. As a Packaging Designer, you can expect to support the sales staff with producing quality packaging designs that meet and/or exceed our customers' needs. The Packaging Designer will also participate in promoting the corporate vision, mission statement, and core values in all duties and responsibilities.
Opus Packaging is pleased to provide a competitive medical, vision, and dental insurance package along with company-paid life insurance for you and your family on your 1st day of employment. We also offer 401k, PTO, production bonus, safety bonus program and safety shoe reimbursement.
What you need to be successful at Opus Packaging:
One to three years of Packaging Designerexperience within a manufacturing environment, preferably in corrugated industry.
Proficient in Artios CAD drafting software.
Ability to communicate professionally with people at all levels of the organization and external contacts. Negotiating experience to speak effectively with suppliers and/or employees of organization.
Ability to convey concepts with quick sketches, and CAD visualization
Excellent oral and written communication skills as well as good listening skills.
Proficient with time management and planning skills; ability to work independently.
Solid decision-making skills and attention to details.
Takes initiative on projects, strong customer focus.
Proficient with MS Office: Word and Excel, CAD software.
Understand basic materials used in corrugated design and board grade
It'd be great if you also have:
Bachelor's degree in Packaging, Design Engineering or Industrial Design.
CAD Certifications in ArtiosCAD, or similar technical drafting software.
Experience with Amtech Encore ERP system.
Industry specific knowledge of manufacturing process -familiarity with box plant equipment, including die-cutters, folder-gluers, and flexographic printing presses, to ensure designs are manufacturable.
Understanding of board combinations, fluting, and strength ratings.
During a normal workday you can expect to:
Work collaboratively with Graphic Design, Design Manager, and the Sales Team to provide innovative design solutions tailored to the customer's needs and objectives.
Develop packaging solutions for the customer.
Convey concepts with quick sketches and CAD visualization.
Ensure that quotes and orders are processed without error.
Develop Bill of Material (BOM), specifications, and palletization.
Produce samples using various techniques and skills such as drafting and cutting tables.
Assist Sales team with technical support and problem-solving as needed.
Maintain relationship with tooling vendors and a library of all active and non-active tooling.
Purchasing tooling (print plates, die cuts, etc.).
Discuss efficiency and best tooling pricing.
Proofing incoming print plates and cutting dies.
Coordinating tooling repairs with shop personnel.
Assist with achieving and supporting corporate profitability objectives.
Work with Customer Service and Production Department to ensure 100% accuracy on tooling requirements.
Project development record keeping, file naming, and utilizing project management system.
Maintain the highest standard of quality and excellence with all related design functions.
Proactively develop innovative structural designs that are appealing, cost effective, easily set-up, and structurally sound.
As part of the Opus team, you'll never be treated like just a number. We're a family and we are honored by everyone who chooses to join us. In addition to delivering the best possible products to our customers, we strive to create the best possible work environment for our team. At Opus we invest in each other and in our communities. Apply today and grow with us!
$42k-59k yearly est. 19d ago
Solidworks Designer
Actalent
Senior user experience designer job in Walker, MI
Job Title: Solidworks DesignerJob Description The Designer will play a key role in supporting the development of shelving elevation assemblies using Solidworks. These assemblies are designed for warehouse and backroom storage in major retail environments. This position is integral to the organization's implementation of Solidworks PDM and will involve regular progress reporting and collaboration with engineering leadership.
Responsibilities
+ Interpret and review 2D elevation layouts in AutoCAD.
+ Design shelving elevations in Solidworks based on provided layouts.
+ Validate designs for accuracy, including model integrity and Bill of Materials (BOM) verification.
+ Collaborate with the Lead Engineer to support the integration of assemblies into Solidworks PDM.
+ Provide weekly progress updates, including the number of assemblies completed and remaining.
+ Offer support and guidance to the design team on Solidworks best practices and training as needed.
Essential Skills
+ Solidworks (5 years minimum)
+ Ability to create 3D elevations and assemblies
+ Proficiency in AutoCAD
+ Experience with Solidworks PDM
Additional Skills & Qualifications
+ Draftside 2D experience
+ Professional Engineer Stamp
+ Bachelor's degree in Engineering
+ Leadership experience
Work Environment
The work environment consists of a team of 5 engineers, working 40 hours a week from 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM, with no overtime required. The facility houses 120 people, and there may be opportunities to collaborate with Product Managers and the CAD team in the future.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Walker, MI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Walker,MI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jan 30, 2026.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.
$35-45 hourly 14d ago
Designer
Floor & Decor 4.2
Senior user experience designer job in Kentwood, MI
Base Pay This role has a minimum base pay from $15.24 per hour with higher starting pay available based on experience. Purpose: Floor & Decor Designers provide a seamless start to finish consultative design service that builds lasting relationships and brand loyalty with the customers we serve. At Floor & Decor Designers are responsible for meeting with customers, listening to their project needs, educating them on all that is required for their project, and building a creative design concept that incorporates the customers personal style, lifestyle, and budget.
Minimum Eligibility Requirements
* Minimum of One (1) year of interior designexperience or prior retail/sales experience
* Degree in Design is a plus
* Knowledge of hard surface flooring is a plus
* Proficient in basic mathematical skills
* Must be self-motivated and able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
* Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills
* Basic computer knowledge, including Microsoft Office suite
* Internal candidates must have 12 months of experience in a design consultant position
Essential Functions
* Greet store customers in a helpful manner and supports store design walk-in needs
* Schedule design appointments for existing and potential customers, while developing clientele through networking and referrals, as well as leads generated within the store
* Providing tile, wood, stone and accessories advice to homeowners, interior designers, and builders for both residential and commercial projects.
* Design and sell complete, functional and aesthetically appealing solutions
* Manage multiple, simultaneous customer projects through all phases with a high level of accuracy, timeliness and follow-up including consistent and concise communication to customers and others. Proficient and consistent use of company communication tools and emails are required
* Collaborate, partner and communicate with store leadership and employees to manage projects from inquiry to installation, and achieve sales and other goals
* Enthusiastically support all company initiatives and goals by modeling and coaching best practices with store employees
* Engage in current and emerging design trends in your market
* Responsible for understanding and utilizing design applications i.e.; Salesforce, proprietary Online Design Appointment Scheduler, MyProject
* Perform other duties as assigned
Working Conditions (travel, hours, environment)
* Limited travel may be required by car
* While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to a warehouse environment and moving vehicles. The noise level in the work environment is typically moderate to noisy.
Physical/Sensory Requirements
Medium Work - Ability to exert 20-50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10-25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. The employee is often required to use their hands and fingers, to handle or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.ies and interests of the company.
Store Hours
Monday - Friday 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Sunday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Pickup Hours
Monday - Friday 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Sunday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Benefits & Rewards
Bonus opportunities & career advancement opportunities at every level
Programs that help you reach your financial goals: 401k with company match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and Referral Bonus Program
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and other Insurance Plans (subject to eligibility criteria)
Work-life balance, including:
* Paid vacation and sick time for eligible associates
* Paid holidays plus a personal holiday
* Paid Volunteer Time Off that starts on Day 1
Equal Employment Opportunity
Floor & Decor provides equal employment opportunities to all associates and applicants without regard to age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other category protected by law.
This policy applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, testing, screening, hiring, selection for training, upgrading, transfer, demotion, layoff, discipline, termination, compensation, benefits and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment. This policy and the law prohibit employment discrimination against any associate or applicant on the basis of any legally protected status outlined above.
$15.2 hourly 60d+ ago
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