Industrial Designer (Accessories and Equipment) at
WHOOP

At WHOOP, we\'re on a mission to unlock human performance. WHOOP empowers users to perform at a higher level through a deeper understanding of their bodies and daily lives.

As an Industrial Designer for Accessories and Equipment at WHOOP, you will create the future of wearable technology. You are a passionate, talented, and consumer-centric designer who will lead the design for your projects that will contribute to the evolution of our Accessory product line and ecosystem. You will create accessories and equipment that support WHOOP’s corporate membership and profitability targets through innovation, functionality, and compelling narratives.

This role reports to the Senior Vice President, Industrial Design.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design Accessory and Equipment products, with member-focused benefits and narrative-driven concepts
• Be the design stakeholder for conceptualization and through design, development, and production confirmation
• Work functionally as part of the A&A team--collaborating, engaging, contributing to the A&A team environment and culture
• Review and brief all new potential materials (fabrics and trims), meet with vendors to drive innovation and newness
• Research direct competitor landscape for opportunities and insight in regards to features, benefits, and price points
• Brainstorm on new concepts and contribute meaningfully to overall Apparel and Accessories Design approach and output
• Collaborate closely with Apparel and Accessories business unit including product marketing, design, business planning, sourcing, and development to deliver compelling end-to-end concepts and innovations
• Collaborate closely with Hardware teams when necessary to ensure cohesiveness across design, development and manufacturing 
• Work seamlessly between fabrics, textiles, and molded parts as well as the associated mass production processes  
• Create high quality imagery and visuals for internal and external uses

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3+ years of related experience
• Experience utilizing 2D design platforms such as Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign
• Experience utilizing 3D CAD programs, Solidworks, Keyshot, 3D printing
• Strong knowledge of fabric, trims, and hardware.
• Knowledge of Packaging a plus
• Collaborative by nature, able to elevate the work of their peers and allow their own work to be elevated by others
• A high degree of technical knowledge balanced with creative ability and a hands-on approach.
• Experience working with and partnering with factories overseas to launch products
• Highly organized and eager to work in a fast-paced, boundless business
• This is a Boston based role

This role is based in the WHOOP office located in Boston, MA. The successful candidate must be prepared to relocate if necessary to work out of the Boston, MA office. 

WHOOP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-verify to determine employment eligibility.