Senior Industrial Designer - Fabrication-Focused

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Industrial Designer (Fabrication-Focused) remote to join our innovative team at I-5 Design Build. This role is pivotal in transforming conceptual designs into real-world fabrication, ensuring that our projects are executed with precision and creativity. As a Senior Industrial Designer, you will work closely with our fabrication team to create high-quality, buildable 3D models that meet the unique demands of casino and hospitality environments.

What You'll Do

• Convert conceptual designs from our in-house design team into fabrication-ready 3D models, details, and files for in-house production.
• Develop accurate models for custom architectural features, furniture, and specialty décor used in casino & hospitality environments.
• Create buildable assemblies: materials, tolerances, joinery, interfaces, and installation realities.
• Collaborate daily with fabrication, manufacturing, and construction teams to ensure constructability, efficiency, and quality.
• Revise and refine models based on stakeholder input, field conditions, and shop feedback.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Industrial Designer (or similar) with hands-on fabrication awareness—you understand how things are actually made.
• Proficiency in Fusion and SketchUp (required); Revit experience is a plus.
• Strong understanding of materials, tolerances, fastening methods, and fabrication processes.
• High attention to detail, practical problem-solving, and the ability to keep models organized and production-ready.
• Clear written and verbal communication—especially when coordinating between design and shop.

Nice to Have

• Experience with shop drawing production.
• Familiarity with CNC or digital fabrication workflows.
• Experience coordinating parts, hardware, and sub-assemblies for efficient install.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay: $50-$65/hour (depending on experience), translating to an annual salary of approximately $104,000 to $136,000.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid Time Off: One week of PTO after one year, two weeks after two to four years, and three weeks after five or more years.
• Relocation assistance available for candidates willing to move to Lacey, WA.