Designer

About the team

As part of the Williams Sonoma Product Development Team, you will be responsible for creating the next generation of Williams Sonoma branded kitchen products. We strive to create meaningful experiences by providing timeless cooking and baking products that both experts and beginners alike will love. We are a small team, flexible and efficient, and learn by playing with food, literally.

About the role

We are currently seeking a creative Industrial Designer to join us in making beautiful, purposeful cooking tools. As a Prep Designer, you will create branded products for Kitchen Tools, Cookware, Cutlery, Electrics and Bakeware.

Responsibilities

• Identify consumer needs and present product ideas to leadership.
• Develop and oversee designs from concept through production.
• Communicate concept directions to the Williams Sonoma category teams and to our vendor partners.
• Work across a range of different product categories, materials, and manufacturing processes.

• This role requires being onsite in the San Francisco office

Criteria

• 4+ years as an Industrial Designer with a portfolio of well thought out products.
• An understanding of different manufacturing processes and especially "how things work".
• A keen awareness of proportion and scale.
• A love for cooking and the Williams Sonoma brand.
• Strong sketching and visualization skills (Adobe Creative Suite, Sketchbook, etc.).
• Expert 3D surfacing skills (Rhino or Solidworks).

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Our Culture & Values

We believe that taking care of our people is vital to our success and we strive to offer equitable and transparent practices for all. We prioritize connection, growth, and wellbeing.

People First

Putting People First means investing in overall well-being and opportunities to grow and advance within the organization. Depending on the position and location, here are a few highlights of what benefits may be available:

Benefits

• A generous discount on all WSI brands

• A 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities

• Paid vacations, holidays, and time off to volunteer

• Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits

• Tax-free commuter benefits

• A wellness program that supports your physical, financial and emotional health

Continued Learning

• In-person and online learning opportunities through WSI University

• Cross-brand and cross-function career opportunities

• Resources for self-development

• Advisor (Mentor) program

• Career development workshops, learning programs, and speaker series

WSI will not now or in the future commence an immigration case or "sponsor" an individual for this position (for example, H-1B or other employment-based immigration).

This role is not eligible for relocation assistance.

Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Williams-Sonoma, Inc. will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, or other applicable state or local laws and ordinances.

The expected starting pay range for this position is $80,000 - $85,000. Applicable pay ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. In addition to competitive pay, compensation may include a variety of other components like benefits, paid time off, merit, and bonus opportunities.