With limited supervision, the Senior Industrial Design Engineer is responsible for the industrial design of tools and machinery for pipe and tube machining applications. The successful candidate will be self-motivated and have a voracious drive for learning and professional growth. This is a full-time position within the Engineering Department and is based at Tri Tool’s headquarters in Rancho Cordova, California.

* denotes essential job function

• * Collaborate and strategize with colleagues across engineering, production/manufacturing, product management, service, and repair departments to develop innovative, user-centered industrial tools and equipment.

• * Lead industrial design efforts from concept through production, including ideation, sketching, 3D modeling, physical prototyping, and design validation.

• * Apply human factors and ergonomics principles to develop products that are safe, intuitive, and optimized for use in demanding field environments.

• * Partner with mechanical engineers to ensure industrial design intent is faithfully translated into manufacturable product designs, balancing aesthetics with structural and functional requirements.

• * Complete manufacturing and assembly drawings per ASME Y14.5M standards using SolidWorks CAD software, with close attention to tolerancing and DFM (design for manufacturability).

• * Define and specify materials, surface finishes, textures, coatings, labels, and graphics to achieve durability and brand consistency across product lines.

• * Conduct and facilitate user research, field studies, and usability evaluations to inform design decisions and validate design solutions.

• * Manage medium and large design projects with a high degree of independence, from initial brief through final production release.

• * Maintain accurate component information, revisions, and bills of materials within Tri Tool’s ERP system (NetSuite).

• * Assist and/or lead proposal and business development deliverables, including product cost estimation and risk analysis.

• Participate in hands-on prototype assembly and testing within an R&D shop environment.

• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum seven (7) years of applicable professional experience in industrial design, product design, or a related discipline within a manufacturing or industrial product environment. A Master’s degree in Industrial Design or a related discipline and five (5) or more years of applicable experience may be considered.

• Demonstrated portfolio showcasing a breadth of industrial design work, from concept exploration through production-released products.

• Proficiency in SolidWorks or comparable 3D CAD and surface modeling tools for design development and engineering collaboration.

• Working knowledge of GD&T tolerancing methods and their appropriate application.

• High level of attention to detail and completeness of work.

• Strong visual communication skills, including sketching and digital rendering.

• A tenacious attitude and drive to deliver results on schedule.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience designing portable and/or in situ industrial tools for field use environments.

• Background in designing products subject to harsh environmental conditions (moisture, vibration, temperature extremes).

• Familiarity with CNC machining, sheet metal fabrication, casting, and other manufacturing processes.

• Experience with additive manufacturing for rapid prototyping and end-use part production.

• User research and usability testing experience in industrial or field settings.

• Familiarity with safety standards and regulatory requirements for industrial equipment (ANSI, OSHA, CE).

• Experience with electromechanical product design integrating motors, actuators, or electronic controls.

• Knowledge of pipe and tube machining or related industrial processes.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, or a closely related field from an ABET-accredited college or university.

• Master’s Degree preferred.