Industrial Designer
Design and develop manufactured products, such as cars, home appliances, and children's toys. Combine artistic talent with research on product use, marketing, and materials to create the most functional and appealing product design.
At a Glance
Industrial Designer earns an average of $50,000/yr. Typical education: Associate degree. Experience: 5–10 years. Top skills: Industrial Design, Self-Motivation, Innovation.
$50,000/yr
Associate degree
5–10 years
4
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Commercial and Industrial Designers
Median Wage
$79,450/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+3.2%
Education
Bachelor's degree
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (16)
Industrial Design
Sketching
New Product Development
SolidWorks (CAD)
Design Thinking
Prototyping
Marketing
Luxion KeyShot
3D Modeling
Mechanical Drawings
Product Design
Illustration
Rhinoceros 3D
Common Skills (14)
Self-Motivation
Management
Presentations
Organizational Skills
Ability To Meet Deadlines
Proactivity
Problem Solving
Strong Work Ethic
Detail Oriented
Positivity
Research
Self-Starter
Analytical Thinking
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