Product Development Specialist I

Do you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where design, engineering, and manufacturing intersect?
Join our Product Development team and play a hands-on role in bringing Umbra's innovative designs to life - from concept to production.
Collaborate with China Product Development, Category Managers, and Design teams to refine product details, materials, and construction
Make informed product development decisions to improve efficiency and reduce cost while maintaining design intent
Post Secondary degree/diploma in Industrial Design
Minimum 2-3 years of working experience in related field
Good command of oral and written English communication and literacy
Proficient skills in AutoCAD/SolidWorks, or other 3D data software
Good understanding of Photoshop and Illustrator
Proficient skill in Microsoft Office
Flexible and adaptable to a changing work environment

Track open projects and manage design milestones
Maintain and update product data and drawings for production using SolidWorks and other internal systems (Jira, Flex, PowerPoint renderings)
Maintain Product Knowledge files, Umbra Brand Standards (UIL/UBL), and SolidWorks/CAD master templates
Provide training and technical support to Designers as required

Participate in regular meetings with Head Office Category Management and Design teams
Collaborate with the China Product Development team on ongoing projects
Conduct research on new materials, manufacturing methods, and production techniques
Work closely with Project Managers, Category Managers, and Designers to support new product initiatives

Ability to make decisions on product development to save costs and ensure efficiency in production
Able to understand Umbra’s requirement in quality, visual appearance, and functionality to guarantee developed product meets the design intent and support the Umbra Brand
Solid organization skills and a sense of urgency with a customer service mindset
6-month performance reviews
~ Success and reception of new products on time and with good quality

We offer competitive compensation, incentive programs, group benefits and RRSP, continuous learning opportunities, an on-site gourmet café, full gym facilities, and a design-driven culture with global reach.
A leading global design company, inspired and driven to perform

We share a vision of creating original, modern, casual and affordable design for every room in the home. Use of Al: Umbra may use artificial intelligence (Al) tools to assist in screening, assessing, or selecting candidates for this role. These tools are designed to support - but not replace - human decision-making.