Industrial Designer

Design Observer

Date: 2 weeks ago
City: San Mateo, CA
Contract type: Full time

Location: San Mateo, CA

  • Full-time
  • Hybrid (Tues–Thurs in studio, Mon/Fri optional WFH)

Bould Design is growing. We’re looking for an exceptional industrial designer to join our award-winning studio. You’ll work closely with a small, experienced team and contribute to every phase of the design process—from early concept development through production.

We offer a focused, collaborative work environment for designers who are self-directed, detail-oriented, and passionate about their craft. Our projects span the leading edge of design, technology, and manufacturing—from nimble startups to category-defining global brands.

What we're looking for

1-3+ years of professional industrial design experience

  • Strong conceptual and form development skills
  • Refined aesthetic sensitivity and design judgment
  • Excellent sketching, visualization, and storytelling ability
  • Proficiency in SolidWorks, Keyshot and Adobe Creative Suite
  • Interest in seeing designs through to production
  • Thoughtful attention to user experience and usability
  • Strong organizational and communication skills
  • Collaborative, analytical, and self-motivated mindset
  • Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Industrial Design or related field
  • Authorization to work in the United States

Compensation & Benefits

  • Compensation: $70,000–$100,000, depending on experience
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • 401(k) plan
  • Hybrid work schedule (3 days/week in studio)
  • Creative, collaborative, low-ego studio culture
  • High-impact role on meaningful, visible projects

To apply please email us at

  • please title the email 'bould designer summer/fall 2026'
  • please send a portfolio website link or pdf no larger than 15MB
  • please send an up to date CV (if on website or portfolio, that's fine)
  • please state your availability and/or notice period
  • please state your annual salary expectations
  • please confirm authorization to work in the united states
  • no phone calls, drop-ins or physical mail, please

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