Industrial Designer (m/f/d) Robotic systems

About the role

This role is for our subsidiary, You'll primarily work on-site at Franka's office in Munich.

At Franka Robotics, we empower researchers worldwide to shape the future of embodied AI. We are looking for a talented and experienced Industrial Designer (m/f/d) to specialize in the design of collaborative robots and humanoid robots.

The ideal candidate will have a robust background in industrial design, ideally within the robotics or high-tech sectors.This role requires executing and overseeing projects from concept to production, emphasizing user-centered design, ergonomics and seamless integration of advanced technologies.

Your Responsibilities

• Human-Centered Design: Develop innovative design concepts for our system and its environment that enhance functionality, usability and aesthetics while applying ergonomics and user-centered principles to ensure intuitive and safe human interaction.
• Design Research: Conduct user research and usability testing to enhance design and user experience, while staying current with trends in robotics, materials, and manufacturing technologies to inform and elevate product design.
• Product Development : Collaborate with robotics engineers and product managers to refine designs, ensuring they are feasible and align with both user needs and the company's vision.
• Prototyping : Develop prototypes using CAD software, 3D printing, and other rapid prototyping techniques to validate and iterate design concepts.
• Project Management : Oversee projects from initial concept to production, ensuring timelines and quality standards are consistently met.
• Documentation : Create detailed design documentation, specifications and visualizations.
• Presentation: Present design ideas and concepts to stakeholders, gathering feedback and iterating as necessary.

Your Profile

• Master’s degree in Industrial Design, Engineering Design or a related field.
• 3-5 years of professional experience as a product or industrial designer or a comparable role.
• High creativity, strong sense of style, empathy and passion for user-centered design.
• Enthusiasm for developing innovative solutions, with a strong interest in new technologies and trends, as well as knowledge of manufacturing processes and materials.
• Experience with ergonomics and HMI principles.
• Ability to work both collaboratively in a team and independently.
• Strong visualization skills with the ability to quickly bring ideas and concepts to life and communicate with stakeholders.
• Excellent proficiency in CAD software (preferably in SolidWorks), Keyshot, Adobe Creative Suite and MS Office.
• Fluent in German and English.

What we offer

• Dynamic high-tech company combined with financial soundness and world class investors
• Join an interdisciplinary, international team with 60+ different nationalities in a collaborative work environment
• Lots of development opportunities in the context of our continued growth
• Challenging tasks and impactful projects alongside experts that enable professional and personal growth
• Corporate Benefits Program that covers health, mobility and learning with 100 € net per month
• Modern office facilites with a rooftop terrace overlooking Munich, free drinks & fruits, and regular company events contribute to a good working environment

To share your projects and experience with us, please send your CV along with a compelling portfolio that showcases your work. We look forward to seeing how your skills and creativity can contribute to our team!

About us

Agile Robots SE is an international high-tech company based in Munich, Germany with a production site in Kaufbeuren and more than 2300 employees worldwide. Our mission is to bridge the gap between artificial intelligence and robotics by developing systems that combine state-of-the-art force-moment-sensing and world-leading image-processing technology. This unique combination of technologies allows us to provide user-friendly and affordable robotic solutions that enable intelligent precision assembly.

This is made possible by our employees, who bring out the best in each and every day with creativity and enthusiasm. Become part of this team and shape the future of robotics with us!

We are proud of our diversity and welcome your application regardless of gender and sexual identity, nationality, ethnicity, religion, age, or disability.