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Saronic Technologies · 1 day ago

Industrial Designer

Austin, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms. They are seeking an Industrial Designer to shape the physical form and identity of next-generation maritime systems while collaborating closely with engineering and fabrication teams to create manufacturable designs.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)ManufacturingMarine TechnologyMilitarySecurity

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Generate and visualize concepts that translate engineering-defined requirements into cohesive, functional forms

Create proportionally accurate surfaces and visual models that express Saronic’s industrial design language

Use Rhino or similar surface modeling tools to develop 3D concept geometry for review and refinement

Produce high-quality renderings and visualization assets using tools such as KeyShot or Blender to communicate design intent

Contribute to the development and maintenance of Saronic’s design language across vessels and supporting hardware

Support color, material, and finish (CMF) definition in collaboration with product and engineering leads

Build or coordinate fabrication of visual mockups and presentation models for design reviews, trade shows, or stakeholder evaluations

Ensure all mockups align with engineering constraints and undergo product team approval

Work closely with engineers and fabricators to ensure design intent complements structural and mechanical realities

Participate in design reviews, integrating feedback while maintaining the balance between form and function

Qualification

Industrial Design3D Surface ModelingPrototypingRhinoKeyShotCollaboration SkillsSketchingMaterial UnderstandingErgonomics

Required

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Industrial Design, Transportation Design, Product Design, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience

5–10+ years of experience designing physical products — ideally in marine, aerospace, defense, robotics, or transportation sectors

Strong portfolio demonstrating concept ideation, 3D surface modeling, visualization, and physical prototyping

Proficiency in Rhino, Alias, or similar surface modeling software; rendering experience with KeyShot, V-Ray, or Blender

Skilled in sketching and form exploration — able to rapidly express ideas in both analog and digital media

Understanding of materials, manufacturing methods, and environmental durability in ruggedized hardware

Excellent communication and collaboration skills; ability to work effectively with engineering, fabrication, and leadership teams

Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to export-controlled information or facilities

Preferred

Background in designing marine or aerospace products, or similar large-scale hardware systems

Familiarity with composite fabrication, metal forming, or additive manufacturing processes

Experience creating show-quality models or mockups for demonstrations and events

Strong grasp of ergonomics, maintenance accessibility, and usability in operational environments

Benefits

Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services

Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care

Time Off: Generous PTO and Holidays

Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents

Competitive Salary: Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses

Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan

Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s success

Life and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage

Pet Insurance: Discounted pet insurance options including 24/7 Telehealth helpline

Additional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office

Company

Saronic Technologies

Saronic is building cutting-edge unmanned surface vehicles that enable maritime security and domain awareness by combining best-in-class hardware, software and artificial intelligence into one scalable, fully integrated platform.

Founded in 2022

Austin, Texas, USA

1001-5000 employees