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What are the job prospects for an Industrial Design?
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Samuel with a concern for practicality and efficiency, as well as an appreciation for aesthetics, industrial designers must be part engineer and part artist. A bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture or industrial design can qualify you for an entry-level position in this field.
INDUSTRIAL DESIGNER CAREER INFORMATION
JOB DESCRIPTION – Industrial designers create products that are both visually appealing and user-friendly by combining artistic and engineering insight with a keen sense of business development. These professionals observe, model and test their designs, for items like furniture and appliances, to make them optimal. Basic art and design skills are highly recommended for this career.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS – Virtually all entry-level positions for industrial designers require a bachelor's degree in industrial design, engineering, architecture or a similar field. Prospective industrial designers may be required to possess basic art and design skills before entering into a bachelor's degree program. Additionally, industrial designers may choose to pursue a master's degree in business in order to gain a broader understanding of how the products they create will coincide with successful company strategy. Familiarity with computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided industrial design (CAID) software is strongly emphasized.
CAREER OUTLOOK AND SALARY – Industrial designers can find positions in design, manufacturing and architectural firms. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), employment for industrial designers is expected to grow by 3% from 2020-2030. The average Industrial Designer salary in the United States is $60,900 as of June 28, 2020, but the range typically falls between $55,000 and $78,000. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.
INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERS CAREER INFORMATION
JOB DESCRIPTION – Industrial engineers manage and develop the human, technological, logistical, and materials resources of a production system with an emphasis on efficiency, productivity, and quality. Industrial engineers focus on problem-solving, whether it's preparing for growth, performing cost analyses, establishing workplace safety procedures, supply chain management, or modification to the assembly line. While industrial engineers may be employed by either government agencies or private companies, aerospace product and parts manufacturing companies employ the highest numbers of industrial engineering professionals.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS – Industrial engineers typically hold a bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, logistics, or business management, although most employers prefer a master's degree in a related field and work experience, especially for advanced positions. Industrial engineers may earn certificates in specialties like health care, supply chain management, project management, and engineering management through the Institute of Industrial Engineers. State and local certification and licensing requirements may also apply. Industrial engineers can expect to study physics, computers, chemistry, electronics, manufacturing, ergonomics, social sciences, math, and business.
CAREER OUTLOOK AND SALARY – Industrial engineers can expect job growth of about 10% from 2020-2030, faster than the average rate of growth expected of all occupations, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). The average Industrial Engineer I salary in the United States is $70,000 as of June 28, 2020, but the range typically falls between $63,750 and $84,000. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.
Experienced designers in large firms may advance to chief designer, design department head, or other supervisory positions Samuel. Some designers become teachers in design schools or in colleges and universities. Many teachers continue to consult privately or operate small design studios in addition to teaching. Some experienced designers open their own design firms.
Hope this was Helpful Samuel
INDUSTRIAL DESIGNER CAREER INFORMATION
JOB DESCRIPTION – Industrial designers create products that are both visually appealing and user-friendly by combining artistic and engineering insight with a keen sense of business development. These professionals observe, model and test their designs, for items like furniture and appliances, to make them optimal. Basic art and design skills are highly recommended for this career.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS – Virtually all entry-level positions for industrial designers require a bachelor's degree in industrial design, engineering, architecture or a similar field. Prospective industrial designers may be required to possess basic art and design skills before entering into a bachelor's degree program. Additionally, industrial designers may choose to pursue a master's degree in business in order to gain a broader understanding of how the products they create will coincide with successful company strategy. Familiarity with computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided industrial design (CAID) software is strongly emphasized.
CAREER OUTLOOK AND SALARY – Industrial designers can find positions in design, manufacturing and architectural firms. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), employment for industrial designers is expected to grow by 3% from 2020-2030. The average Industrial Designer salary in the United States is $60,900 as of June 28, 2020, but the range typically falls between $55,000 and $78,000. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.
INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERS CAREER INFORMATION
JOB DESCRIPTION – Industrial engineers manage and develop the human, technological, logistical, and materials resources of a production system with an emphasis on efficiency, productivity, and quality. Industrial engineers focus on problem-solving, whether it's preparing for growth, performing cost analyses, establishing workplace safety procedures, supply chain management, or modification to the assembly line. While industrial engineers may be employed by either government agencies or private companies, aerospace product and parts manufacturing companies employ the highest numbers of industrial engineering professionals.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS – Industrial engineers typically hold a bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, logistics, or business management, although most employers prefer a master's degree in a related field and work experience, especially for advanced positions. Industrial engineers may earn certificates in specialties like health care, supply chain management, project management, and engineering management through the Institute of Industrial Engineers. State and local certification and licensing requirements may also apply. Industrial engineers can expect to study physics, computers, chemistry, electronics, manufacturing, ergonomics, social sciences, math, and business.
CAREER OUTLOOK AND SALARY – Industrial engineers can expect job growth of about 10% from 2020-2030, faster than the average rate of growth expected of all occupations, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). The average Industrial Engineer I salary in the United States is $70,000 as of June 28, 2020, but the range typically falls between $63,750 and $84,000. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.
Experienced designers in large firms may advance to chief designer, design department head, or other supervisory positions Samuel. Some designers become teachers in design schools or in colleges and universities. Many teachers continue to consult privately or operate small design studios in addition to teaching. Some experienced designers open their own design firms.
Hope this was Helpful Samuel
Rick Benyo
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Prospects in this field are very promising. This is a field hat requires a unique combination of practical design and the creativity of an artist. In the field it is often said that " Form must follow Function". These roles many times are with large product development companies with extensive design resources. The roles are interesting, multifunctional and typically multinational. It is best to choose a well know university and i would highly recommend interning to determine company culture as well as the type of product design interest you. Good Luck.
Matt Huang
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Hi Samuel,
Many have given you detailed job descriptions for industrial designer. I want to add something else for you to consider. If you think industrial design beyond designing product, prospects are even better!
Being an industrial designer myself and working with many other design professionals in a Fortune 50 company, I have found industrial designers have the ability to apply their design skills and approach beyond the product design. I started designing many products in my early career. Now, I don't design any product. I design retail experience, digital experience, employee experience, and I am now focusing on strategy and innovation. What's constant, is I use the design skill and approach (human-centered design) to solve any problem throw at me.
Check out the IDEO shopping cart video from 1998. Pay attention to the comments by David Kelly. You can get a good sense of what design is about. Good luck!
Check out this video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=izjhx17NuSE
Many have given you detailed job descriptions for industrial designer. I want to add something else for you to consider. If you think industrial design beyond designing product, prospects are even better!
Being an industrial designer myself and working with many other design professionals in a Fortune 50 company, I have found industrial designers have the ability to apply their design skills and approach beyond the product design. I started designing many products in my early career. Now, I don't design any product. I design retail experience, digital experience, employee experience, and I am now focusing on strategy and innovation. What's constant, is I use the design skill and approach (human-centered design) to solve any problem throw at me.
Check out the IDEO shopping cart video from 1998. Pay attention to the comments by David Kelly. You can get a good sense of what design is about. Good luck!
Matt recommends the following next steps:
Mohamed Hidayathulla
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Hi Samuel,
Given below are some information that I found on the internet for your question. All the Best :)
source link: https://collegegrad.com/careers/industrial-designers
Job Prospects for Industrial Designers
Prospects should be best for job applicants with a strong background in two- and three-dimensional computer-aided design and drafting (CADD) and computer-aided industrial design (CAID). The increasing trend toward the use of sustainable resources is likely to improve prospects for applicants with the knowledge to work with sustainable resources.
In addition, as more products become digitized and Internet-capable, applicants with experience in user interface (UI), user experience (UX), and interactive design (IxD) may have better job prospects.
Employment projections data for Industrial Designers, 2018-28
Occupational Title Employment, 2018 Projected Employment, 2028 Change, 2018-28
Percent Numeric
Commercial and industrial designers 43,900 45,300 3 1,500
Job Outlook for Industrial Designers[About this section] [To Top]
Employment of industrial designers is projected to grow 3 percent over the next ten years, slower than the average for all occupations. Consumer demand for innovative products and new product styles should sustain the demand for industrial designers.
Employment of industrial designers is likely to continue to grow in areas that require a high degree of technical ability and design sophistication. Products in these areas require detailed user specifications to be incorporated into the design process in order to meet consumer expectations and ensure the efficient and enjoyable use of the product.
However, employment in the manufacturing industry is projected to decline 2 percent over the next decade.
Careers Related to Industrial Designers[About this section] [To Top]
Architects
Architects plan and design houses, factories, office buildings, and other structures.
Art Directors
Art directors are responsible for the visual style and images in magazines, newspapers, product packaging, and movie and television productions. They create the overall design of a project and direct others who develop artwork and layouts.
Desktop Publishers
Desktop publishers use computer software to design page layouts for newspapers, books, brochures, and other items that are printed or published online.
Drafters
Drafters use software to convert the designs of engineers and architects into technical drawings. Most workers specialize in architectural, civil, electrical, or mechanical drafting and use technical drawings to help design everything from microchips to skyscrapers.
Fashion Designers
Fashion designers create original clothing, accessories, and footwear. They sketch designs, select fabrics and patterns, and give instructions on how to make the products they design.
Graphic Designers
Graphic designers create visual concepts, using computer software or by hand, to communicate ideas that inspire, inform, and captivate consumers. They develop the overall layout and production design for various applications such as advertisements, brochures, magazines, and corporate reports.
Industrial Engineers
Industrial engineers find ways to eliminate wastefulness in production processes. They devise efficient systems that integrate workers, machines, materials, information, and energy to make a product or provide a service.
Interior Designers
Interior designers make interior spaces functional, safe, and beautiful by determining space requirements and selecting decorative items, such as colors, lighting, and materials. They read blueprints and must be aware of building codes and inspection regulations, as well as universal accessibility standards.
Software Developers
Software developers are the creative minds behind computer programs. Some develop the applications that allow people to do specific tasks on a computer or another device. Others develop the underlying systems that run the devices or that control networks.
Given below are some information that I found on the internet for your question. All the Best :)
source link: https://collegegrad.com/careers/industrial-designers
Job Prospects for Industrial Designers
Prospects should be best for job applicants with a strong background in two- and three-dimensional computer-aided design and drafting (CADD) and computer-aided industrial design (CAID). The increasing trend toward the use of sustainable resources is likely to improve prospects for applicants with the knowledge to work with sustainable resources.
In addition, as more products become digitized and Internet-capable, applicants with experience in user interface (UI), user experience (UX), and interactive design (IxD) may have better job prospects.
Employment projections data for Industrial Designers, 2018-28
Occupational Title Employment, 2018 Projected Employment, 2028 Change, 2018-28
Percent Numeric
Commercial and industrial designers 43,900 45,300 3 1,500
Job Outlook for Industrial Designers[About this section] [To Top]
Employment of industrial designers is projected to grow 3 percent over the next ten years, slower than the average for all occupations. Consumer demand for innovative products and new product styles should sustain the demand for industrial designers.
Employment of industrial designers is likely to continue to grow in areas that require a high degree of technical ability and design sophistication. Products in these areas require detailed user specifications to be incorporated into the design process in order to meet consumer expectations and ensure the efficient and enjoyable use of the product.
However, employment in the manufacturing industry is projected to decline 2 percent over the next decade.
Careers Related to Industrial Designers[About this section] [To Top]
Architects
Architects plan and design houses, factories, office buildings, and other structures.
Art Directors
Art directors are responsible for the visual style and images in magazines, newspapers, product packaging, and movie and television productions. They create the overall design of a project and direct others who develop artwork and layouts.
Desktop Publishers
Desktop publishers use computer software to design page layouts for newspapers, books, brochures, and other items that are printed or published online.
Drafters
Drafters use software to convert the designs of engineers and architects into technical drawings. Most workers specialize in architectural, civil, electrical, or mechanical drafting and use technical drawings to help design everything from microchips to skyscrapers.
Fashion Designers
Fashion designers create original clothing, accessories, and footwear. They sketch designs, select fabrics and patterns, and give instructions on how to make the products they design.
Graphic Designers
Graphic designers create visual concepts, using computer software or by hand, to communicate ideas that inspire, inform, and captivate consumers. They develop the overall layout and production design for various applications such as advertisements, brochures, magazines, and corporate reports.
Industrial Engineers
Industrial engineers find ways to eliminate wastefulness in production processes. They devise efficient systems that integrate workers, machines, materials, information, and energy to make a product or provide a service.
Interior Designers
Interior designers make interior spaces functional, safe, and beautiful by determining space requirements and selecting decorative items, such as colors, lighting, and materials. They read blueprints and must be aware of building codes and inspection regulations, as well as universal accessibility standards.
Software Developers
Software developers are the creative minds behind computer programs. Some develop the applications that allow people to do specific tasks on a computer or another device. Others develop the underlying systems that run the devices or that control networks.
Vimal Bisundial
Product Designer
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Vimal’s Answer
Hi Samuel!
Apart from the fantastic advice above, I worked for a long time as a visual development artist in film and often times the best environment designers and concept artists came from an industrial design bg. I think it may be a bit different than the traditional path but it's a wonderful option that could lead to a career in film, television, or video games if those types of media interest you.
Apart from the fantastic advice above, I worked for a long time as a visual development artist in film and often times the best environment designers and concept artists came from an industrial design bg. I think it may be a bit different than the traditional path but it's a wonderful option that could lead to a career in film, television, or video games if those types of media interest you.