Industrial Designer

With a rich heritage in design excellence, Pininfarina has expanded its expertise into Product Design over the last 40 years.
Pininfarina is currently looking for an Industrial Designer with a minimum of five years of experience to join its practice either in Milano or in Torino, Italy. This person embodies a blend of expertise in industrial design and creative engineering. In this position, they will build products and machines, designing new manufacturing and fabrication processes that enable the realization of innovative materials, technologies, prototypes and products.
Main tasks & Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the design team and Client to understand the Client's challenge and validate solutions with stakeholders or users.
• Translate user insights and design intuitions into concepts and sketches.
• Iterate sketches into rapid 3D models to assess volume, proportion, and ergonomics.
• Develop and manage design phase activities and deliverables to address the client's challenge.
• Deliver design solutions considering technical feasibility and partner with potential suppliers for innovative solutions.
• Effectively communicate with clients, balancing design vision, business objectives, and client satisfaction.

• Proven industry experience in Industrial Design, with a strong preference for experience in consumer electronics, sport equipment, connected objects, or interior design.
• Demonstrated ability to create elegant, refined, and simple designs that are technically feasible, as evidenced by a strong portfolio.
• Extensive experience in the entire design process, from research to production.
• Exceptional 3D modeling skills in Rhino and Grasshopper for designing complex volumes and controlling surfaces. Proficiency in parametric software (e.g., Creo, SolidWorks) is a plus.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to effectively interact with the engineering team and contribute to the project's pre-feasibility phase.
• Self-motivated and results-oriented with the ability to independently manage workload, prioritize tasks, and identify new opportunities.
• Collaborative team player open to feedback and able to provide constructive input to colleagues.
• Fluency in English.

• International, dynamic, stimulating context with real opportunities for growth
• Be part of a company with a legacy of 90+ years in design and innovation
• Working place: Cambiano (TO)
• We provide equal employment opportunities and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected and safe from discrimination or harassment of any kind.
• We invest in development and well-being of our employees, offering continuous training, a positive and inclusive working environment, with a focus on work-life balance