Industrial Designer – Onsite Support

About the role

Google is looking for an Industrial Designer to provide onsite part‑level and device reviews, ensuring that all products meet the high cosmetic and build‑quality standards set by the Industrial Design (ID) team. You will work closely with designers, CMF experts, engineering, quality and supply‑chain teams to drive design quality across suppliers and sustain existing product lines.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct onsite supplier visits and communicate quality expectations to achieve design standards.
• Review individual parts for cosmetic quality throughout development.
• Assess fully assembled devices for fit, finish, step and gap compliance.
• Lead design of accessories and sustaining products in partnership with the Mountain View ID team.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including CMF, engineering, quality, and supply chain.
• Provide suppliers with solutions to meet design intent and drive continuous improvement.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Design or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum 4 years of conversation design experience in product design.
• Minimum 4 years of product design experience for mass‑production items.
• Proven experience assessing cosmetic quality across materials, finishes, and production processes.
• Experience driving design quality with suppliers and cross‑functional teams.

Required skills

• Industrial Design
• Conversation Design
• Product Design for mass production
• Cosmetic quality assessment
• Color, Material & Finishing (CMF) development
• Technical and NPI manufacturing processes