Industrial Designer (Temporary Position)

We are seeking an Industrial Designer for a full-time, on-site position at our Headquarters in Sykkylven. The role is a parental leave substitute, and we are looking for someone who can start in March for a duration of approximately seven months.

• Develop product concepts based on existing platforms, user insights, and new opportunities.
• Support product development projects from concept to implementation.
• Create sketches, 3D models, and rapid prototypes for concept exploration and validation.
• Apply design thinking and user‑centered methods to solve design challenges.

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, Furniture Design or a related field.
• Strong foundation in industrial design and user research principles.
• Experience with prototyping and creating tangible design models.
• Familiarity with product development processes.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.
• Experience in furniture design or manufacturing is a plus.

• Strong 2D and 3D CAD skills, including product modeling, able to deliver technical drawings and well‑structured files for engineering and prototyping.
• High‑quality visualization skills, including sketches, concept presentations and renders for internal alignment and decision‑making.
• Hands‑on experience with rapid prototyping is valued (e.g., 3D printing, mock‑ups, model making) and fast iteration based on testing and feedback.
• Competence in research‑driven concept development, including trend analysis, benchmarking and user research.
• Understanding of materials, construction principles, and production constraints to ensure feasible, ergonomic, and high‑quality solutions is preferred.
• Experience with AI‑assisted visualization tools (e.g., Vizcom) and the ability to integrate AI into design workflows for faster exploration and concept refinement.
• Comfortable working with structured digital development tools and processes from research through development and detailing.

• Creative, quality‑driven and hands‑on, balancing design excellence with manufacturing efficiency and customer value, proactive with a practical approach to constraints and deadlines.
• Strong documentation skills and reliable handover of design work.
• Collaborative team player with clear communication skills across cross‑functional teams.
• Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast‑moving environment.