Lead Industrial Design Engineer

Foundry Lab is empowering manufacturers to cast a cleaner future. We’re revolutionising the way diecast parts are made by pioneering a new casting technology that combines the speed of microwave energy and additive manufacturing with traditional casting methods. See our tech in action here !

The Role

We are looking for a LeadIndustrial Product Designer to collaborate closely with our engineering team as we take our technology into production . Your key roles will be design for manufacturing (DFM), developing a cohesive design language across our products and the design of metal casting moulds. You will be a critical member of our team - producing meaningful work.

As a Lead Industrial Product Designer you will :

Design machinery components

Lead the integration of fabricated prototypes into the production pipeline

Transform engineering concepts into tangible, production-ready designs

Work in partnership with our marketing team to guarantee that every tangible embodiment of Foundry Lab works cohesively with our brand identity

About You

You must have :

8+ years experience as an Industrial Designer, with previous experience developing industrial machinery

Expertise in machine design, with proven experience taking prototypes into full-scale production (DFM)

Experience working with sheet metal, fabrication and CNC machining

Proficiency with relevant tools & software (CAD software & Adobe Creative Suite)

Comprehension of the intricacies of the manufacturing process, and a passion for crafting designs tailored to this

An ability to thrive in a collaborative environment where good communication skills are essential, and initiative is highly valued.

A self-starter attitude - you feel comfortable in an environment with shifting requirements.

High attention to detail and good organisational skills.

Experience / thorough understanding of mould design (split lines, gating, draft ect.)

We will still consider applications even if you don't meet every single one of the above requirements, so don't be put off if you don't match them absolutely perfectly!

This is a permanent full-time role based in our Wellington office. We are an accredited employer, and are able to support with visas and relocation requirements for successful overseas candidates.

Why Work at Foundry Lab?

Foundry Lab is an NZ & US venture-capital backed start-up, developing world leading metal additive manufacturing systems – right here in Wellington, New Zealand.

At Foundry Lab, you will be surrounded by intelligent, creative people who are building cutting edge metal Additive Manufacturing Technology. We have a huge appetite for innovation, you will have the ability to shape what we do here.

This is an exciting fast paced, collaborative environment with a global market focus. While we have some serious tech to develop, the office is nicely situated between foodie-heaven and the beach - and we have been known to go for a run, swim or round of Frisbee-golf at lunch.

Foundry Lab are nimble in everything that we do – including adapting to support the needs and well-being of our staff. We take care of others, and are mindful of the health, safety and welfare of everyone around us.

Remuneration

Foundry Lab offers competitive salaries, as well as an Employee Stock Ownership Plan.

How to apply

Please apply online or send your CV and cover letter to

We are an equal opportunity employer and believe in the power of a diverse, inclusive team.

We welcome all applications from all suitably qualified people, regardless of race, sex, disability, religion / belief, sexual orientation or age.

Please let us know if you require anything which would enable your success throughout our interview process.

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