Job Description

Position Overview

We are seeking a Senior Industrial Designer to join our dynamic team to maintain and develop, create functional and aesthetically pleasing products. You will design and develop brand and retailer specific displays and concepts for an array of brands on all retail channels. You'll drive the project from concept to reality. The ideal candidate will blend industrial design with creativity and with a flair for contemporary retail, merchandise strategy and shopper interaction.

Key Responsibilities

Conceptualize and design retail displays and fixtures that establish clear competitive brand differentiation. Model and render high quality 3-D environments (Sketch-up, Solidworks) showcasing fixture strengths, planogram support and shopper flow. Prepare design control drawings - dimensional mechanical, BOMs, and material specs for engineering and vendor bid packages. Collaborate with other departments to in concept development. Provide basic technical support, troubleshoot issues, and escalate complex problems as needed. Build/ oversee mock-ups and functional prototypes to validate design concepts, ergonomics, and functionality. Participate in research activities and integrate findings into the ideation process. Explore and implement new trends in colour and materials to enhance product aesthetics, user appeal, and brand identity. Follow communication procedures, guidelines, and policies while maintaining a positive brand image for the company.

Ideal Candidate Profile

5 years of successful professional experience in industrial design, ideally in retail displays, fixtures, brand environments, or experiential marketing. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written and fluency in English (must) - French is an asset. Detail oriented A passion for design and a proven track record of bringing innovative ideas to market through collaborating teamwork. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a hands-on approach to design validation and a willingness to experiment Proficiency in CAD software (Solidworks) and Adobe. College or University degree - business ideally Monday to Friday (8:30 AM -5:00 PM), in office - travel to clients as required.

Why KD Displays?

Work with a forward-thinking, innovative, customer obsessed team that values

strategy, creativity and execution.

Be part of a company that delivers end-to-end solutions - from concept to completion without compromising on quality and service. Play a key role in shaping how brands activate in physical spaces Competitive compensation, performance incentives, and opportunities for career growth.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00-$80,000.00 per year

Ability to commute/relocate:

Mississauga, ON L5L 5X5: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:

industrial design: 5 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person