Profession

Industrial Designer

Creator of functional industrial solutions

Fields of activity | Industrial Designer

As an industrial designer, you’ll plan and develop products in the industrial sector, including consumer or capital good. Consumer goods range from furniture and sports equipment to tools, whereas capital goods encompass production machines and automated systems. You’ll create design concepts that meet user needs and market demands.

Your daily work as an industrial designer will involve creating sketches and models in design software, as well as selecting materials. You’ll oversee the entire manufacturing process, making necessary adjustments to your designs. Depending on your specialization, you may focus on different fields, such as medical technology or transportation design.


Personal requirements | Industrial Designer

  • Technical understanding
  • An eye for aesthetics
  • Creativity and openness
  • Enjoy interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Service orientation and flexibility

Path to the profession | Industrial Designer

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Design Studies

From sketch to success: bring ideas to life
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Product Design

From vision to reality: design goods for everyday life

computer-science-fields

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Potential jobs | Industrial Designer

As an industrial designer, you’ll primarily work on a computer in design offices or within the design and product development departments of large companies. Construction and architecture firms also provide exciting career opportunities. Your skills will be in demand across various industries, including automotive, furniture, consumer electronics, and building technology.