Industrial Designer
Above Agency AB · Malmö · Tills vidare · Deadline 2026-11-13
Above Agency is hiring an **Industrial Designer** for a permanent, **on-site role** based at its studio in Malmö. Working within multidisciplinary project teams, the designer contributes to cutting-edge product development across varied sectors such as consumer goods, robotics, smart home systems, furniture, healthcare, and mobility. Responsibilities span the complete design lifecycle, including user research, concept definition, physical prototyping, visualization, and design strategy. The position involves driving smaller projects independently while also collaborating within cross-functional teams on medium to large client engagements. Applicants must present a forward-thinking **design portfolio** demonstrating strong conceptual skills, high-quality execution, and fluency in physical prototyping. The agency prefers at least three years of relevant professional experience, particularly within agency environments across broad domains. Candidates need strong CAD capabilities—with SolidWorks or Rhino preferred—including surfacing skills, alongside rendering and visualization expertise using tools like KeyShot and generative AI. Practical knowledge of materials and design for manufacturing, strong communication skills, and a collaborative mindset are also expected. Assistance with relocation and work permits is generally available for international applicants.
We are now looking for an exceptional Industrial Designer to join our growing global design team. This is a permanent on-site role based in our Malmö, Sweden studio.
Job Description
As an Industrial Designer at Above, you will get the opportunity to work with multi-disciplinary project teams on a diverse range of cutting-edge design and innovation projects for some of the world's most exciting clients.
You will be an integral part and core presence on our design team, and have the opportunity to partake in all stages of the design and product development process - from research to concept definition, from hands-on prototyping to crafting compelling visualisations and design strategies.
With a high-level of conceptual thinking and commitment to quality, you will have direct impact in shaping excellent project deliveries through craft and creativity. You will get the chance to drive smaller engagements independently, and often work in medium-large projects as part of cross-functional teams, acting as an ambassador of the industrial design discipline while closely collaborating with senior colleagues.
Our work is exciting and diverse in nature, spanning high-volume consumer products, smart home systems, robotics, furniture, future mobility experiences, progressive healthcare solutions and more. We create impact across many levels and horizons — from singular hero products with clear go-to-market trajectories to multi-layered portfolio strategies and future visions.
What we are looking for
We are looking for forward-thinking portfolios that show a progressive approach to industrial design and creativity, and believe you possess many of these qualities to excel in this role:
- Preferably 3+ years of relevant professional experience, and exposure to agency workflows across broad domains
- Ability to proactively navigate multi-faceted design processes, while applying the right tools and fidelity at any given stage
- Excellent taste, refined aesthetic sensibility and visual culture
- A thoughtful, user-centered approach to design, with an ability to think in experiences, portfolios and systems
- Strong proficiency in CAD (Solidworks or Rhino preferred), including high-quality surfacing skills
- Impactful visualisation and storytelling competence, utilising Keyshot, Generative AI, and other render/animation software packages
- Relentless care for quality, execution, and details
- Understanding of materiality and design for manufacturing
- Problem-solving capabilities; fluency with physical prototyping
- A humble and collaborative team player that feels at home in multi-competence project constellations
- A self-propelled, optimistic outlook, with an interest in shaping team culture and discipline development at large
- Ability to clearly communicate ideas, point of view and thought-processes to peers and clients alike
- Positive impact and sustainability mindset
A bit about Above
We are a Scandinavian innovation agency dedicated to driving positive change through the integration of design, strategy and technology. Our creative 360-approach allows us to break down boundaries between the physical and digital, while fusing hardware & software into meaningful experiences. We work with leading global brands, local Scandinavian heroes, and a fantastic collection of startups. We’re a team of warm, welcoming, dedicated professionals with diverse, international backgrounds. In everything we do, we strive for a world-class result and we believe you share that mindset.
Join our team
Please submit your portfolio and short motivation statement. Applications without a portfolio will not be considered. If you have any questions regarding the job posting or application process, please send an email to Aaron Wansch, Sr. Director of Industrial Design at Above. Please note that interviews with shortlisted candidates are happening on a rolling basis.
We are excited to receive international applications, and are generally able to assist with work permit and relocation processes.
Let’s shape the future of design together!