OVERVIEW

The Industrial Designer will play a key role in designing innovative and functional building products for new and existing product lines across all Fortress Building Products. Additionally, you will contribute to the success of our trade shows by supporting the design and execution of our exhibits.

Candidates must submit a portfolio of work to be considered. Please include a link to an online portfolio in resume or email a PDF to careers@fortressbp.com.

OUR PURPOSE STATEMENT

Lead Global Change in the Way People Build and Live

OUR NICHE

Innovative Building Solutions

OUR CORE VALUES

Work Hard, Play Hard – We seek passionate people. We take our work seriously and we take the enjoyment of our lives seriously.

Positive, Can Do Attitude – We are optimistic, we set challenging goals and we find a way to accomplish them. We approach challenges with the intention of finding solutions.

Compete & Win As A TEAM – We put the TEAM first. Our team is what makes our company great. We are a competitive group that like to win. We keep score.

Innovate & Seek Continuous Improvement – We believe it can always be better. We want better products and processes. We want to be better individuals. We want to be a better organization.

We Are Respectful – We respect fellow team members, our partners, ourselves and our company. We are known to be “the good guys”.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Develop and iterate product concepts considering user needs, functionality, aesthetics, market trends, and compliance with codes and industry standards (e.g. IBC, IRC, ASTM).
• Create detailed 3D models and 2D drawings using SolidWorks.
• Consider user experience (UX) throughout the design process.
• Collaborate with engineers to optimize designs for manufacturability (DFM) within cost and production constraints.
• Create high-quality renderings and prototypes to communicate design intent and facilitate stakeholder feedback.
• Support product testing as needed (beta installations).
• Manage assigned projects within budget and timeline constraints.
• Write and produce clear and concise installation instructions for building products.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing project assignments as needed.

• Collaborate with product, marketing, and sales teams to develop, design, and construct trade show exhibits.
• Assist with booth setup and breakdown at trade shows.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by the Associate Director, Innovation & Engineering.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• None

COMPETENCIES: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Adaptability – Adapts to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delay, or unexpected events.

Attention to Detail – Demonstrates thoroughness in accomplishing a task through concern for all the areas involved; carefully monitors the details of own and others’ work to ensure accuracy and quality; plans and organizes time and resources efficiently; completes all work according to procedures and standards.

Communications – Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; expresses ideas and thoughts in written form; exhibits good listening and comprehension; keeps others adequately informed; selects and uses appropriate communication methods.

Cooperation – Establishes and maintains effective relationships; exhibits tact and consideration; offers assistance and support to co-workers; works cooperatively in group situations; works actively to resolve conflicts.

Customer Focus – Identifies and prioritizes customer needs and recognizes constraints; responds promptly to customer needs; seeks to find out more about customers and provide a better product or service; adopts professional approach to customers; is reliable and delivers on promises.

Design – Generates creative solutions; translates concepts and information into images; uses feedback to modify designs; applies design principles; demonstrates attention to detail.

Innovation – Displays original thinking and creativity; meets challenges with resourcefulness; generates suggestions for improving work; develops innovative approaches and ideas; presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others’ attention.

Planning/Organizing – Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; develops realistic action plans.

Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

Project Management – Develops project plans; coordinates projects; communicates changes and progress; completes projects on time and budget; manages project team activities.

Quantity – Meets productivity standards; completes work in a timely manner; strives to increase productivity; works quickly.

Teamwork – Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others’ views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; supports everyone’s efforts to succeed.

Technical Expertise – Effectively applies technical knowledge to solve a range of problems; develops solutions to problems that cannot be solved using existing methods or approaches; is sought out to provide advice or solutions in the area of expertise; keeps informed about current developments in the area of expertise.

Use of Technology – Demonstrates required skills; adapts to new technologies; troubleshoots technological problems; uses technology to increase productivity; keeps technical skills up to date.

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience/Additional Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Design or related field.
• 3+ years of experience as an industrial designer.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks.
• Experience with Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, and CorelDraw.
• In-depth knowledge of materials and processes.
• Experience with design for manufacturability (DFM).
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent writing skills for crafting clear and concise installation instructions.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and work on several projects simultaneously.

Certificates/Licenses/Registrations

• None

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision requirements. Light to moderate lifting is required.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS: The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.