Job description THE PERFECT CANDIDATE Experience in product design, industrial design, and 3D modeling with strong conceptual skills. - Eye for detail and is passionate about design. - Natural problem solver who loves challenges and is self-sufficient. - Inquisitive, future thinking and has an innovative spirit. - Goal orientated and meets key milestones. - Bold, passionate and has a natural “can-do” attitude. - Currently based in Padova, Italy or willing to relocate. - Ability to work under pressure while adapting to a fast-paced, dynamic, creative, and growing environment. - Has the ability to support cross-functional collaboration across global timezones. - Someone who is quick to identify potential issues and proposes alternative solutions of improvement. - Reliable and organized RESPONSIBILITIES AND RELATED ACTIVITIES - Develop powerful, creative eyewear concepts that fulfill and implement themselves into the strategic initiatives of the company. - Develop sketches and technical drawings for prototyping and manufacturing overseas. - Manage prototyping details, execution, fitment, etc. - R&D based on seasonal trends, yearly projections, line plans, markets, color projections, and other factors. - Working closely with designers, product developers, and merchandising, creative, marketing, and other crossfunctional teammates including vendors. - Help support the development and creation of tech packs. - Support cross-functional teams by creating 3D models that can be utilized across various platforms. - Support in the design process and color-choice approval. TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES - Education: Bachelors/Masters Degree in Fashion, Accessories, or Industrial Design. - A minimum of 3 years of experience. Eyewear experience is a plus. - Familiarity in working within global companies and cross-functional teams. - Familiarity in working with injected plastics. - Software Skills: CAD, Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator/Photoshop) 3D Programs (C4D, Keyshot, Rhino, etc.) - Languages: Fluent in both English and Italian (verbal and written) WHY BLENDERS - Growing team where your impact is felt, acknowledged and needed. - Ability to learn from the worlds leading eyewear designers. - You will be at the forefront of our global expansion into multiple regions. - Remote working arrangements and advantages. - Supported by a team of passionate, like-minded individuals who have a passion for eyewear and design Job Reference: BPO00990