Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Arc, not from a recruiting firm.
Job overview
The Vehicle Designer role at Arc focuses on designing innovative electric water sport boats, contributing to the company's vision of electrifying the marine industry with superior, environmentally friendly products.
Responsibilities and impact
The candidate will create and present 2D and 3D design proposals, guide design development from feasibility to production, prototype ideas, collaborate with suppliers and cross-functional teams, conduct market and CMF research, and use product goals to design Arc boats.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers a salary range of $95,000 to $190,000, semi-annual bonuses based on impact, meaningful equity, nearly free health insurance with 99% company coverage, a 401(k) plan, generous parental leave, daily lunches, snacks, swag, and boat rides.
Experience and skills
Candidates must have at least a bachelor's degree in a design-related field, four years of professional experience in boat, vehicle, product, or industrial design with product launch experience, strong visual communication and digital modeling skills, problem-solving abilities, excellent communication, user empathy, hands-on prototyping skills, and willingness to travel occasionally.
Career development
The role offers opportunities to work with talented teammates, influence a wide range of business activities, and make an outsized impact on industry-defining vehicles while driving positive environmental change.
Work environment and culture
Arc values ownership, empathy, humility, pragmatism, and inclusion, fostering a transparent, high-trust, fast-paced startup environment that encourages adaptability and collaboration.
Company information
Arc is a startup focused on electrifying the marine industry by building next-generation electric water sport boats using aerospace- and automotive-inspired techniques to create superior, cleaner, and quieter watercraft.
Team overview
The candidate will join the design team at Arc's headquarters in Torrance, CA, working closely with product managers, engineers, sales, and manufacturing teams in a dynamic startup setting.
Job location and travel
The job is based at Arc's headquarters in Torrance, California, with occasional travel required for boating events.
Application process
Applicants must submit a portfolio as a PDF or URL; applications without portfolios will not be considered.
Unique job features
This role offers the unique opportunity to design electric boats that challenge traditional gas-powered marine vehicles, contributing to environmental sustainability and industry innovation.
Company overview
Print Magazine is a renowned publication focused on visual culture, graphic design, and creative innovation, serving as a key resource for designers, illustrators, and industry professionals. Established in 1940, the magazine has a rich legacy of chronicling design trends, influential figures, and groundbreaking work in print and digital media. Print Magazine generates revenue through subscriptions, advertising, and special issues, as well as by hosting design competitions and educational events. The publication has transitioned from a traditional print format to a primarily digital presence, adapting to changes in media consumption and the design industry. Candidates should be aware of its influential role in shaping design discourse and its commitment to celebrating excellence in visual communication.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your experience in vehicle design, especially any involvement in production projects from inception to launch, emphasizing your adaptability in fast-paced startup environments like Print Magazine's Arc division.
Focus on showcasing your skills in 2D and 3D design proposals, proficiency with tools such as Alias, Blender, Rhino, and visualization software like Keyshot or Twinmotion, and your hands-on abilities in prototyping and mockup creation.
Apply through multiple channels including Print Magazine's corporate career page, Arc's official site if separate, and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and reach.
Connect with current design team members or product managers at Print Magazine on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like commenting on their recent projects, expressing enthusiasm for the marine electrification vision, or asking about team culture and collaboration practices.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'vehicle design,' '3D modeling,' 'prototyping,' 'collaboration,' 'user empathy,' and 'product launch,' ensuring your portfolio link is clearly included as it's mandatory.
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