Senior Industrial Designer, Accessories & Soft Goods

2 Months ago • 5-8 Years • Design

Job Summary

Job Description

As a Senior Industrial Designer specializing in accessories and soft goods at WHOOP, you will be responsible for creating member-centric products that seamlessly integrate into daily routines while pushing innovation. This role involves leading design initiatives, mentoring junior designers, and managing concept-to-launch execution. The designer will spearhead the creation of performance-oriented wearables, bands, charging accessories, cases, travel gear, packaging, and related products. They will also develop solutions grounded in user behavior, collaborate with various teams, innovate with fabrics, and ensure execution meets WHOOP’s standards.
Must have:
  • 5–8 years of industrial design experience with focus on accessories.
  • Portfolio showcasing sophisticated form development and user-centered solutions.
  • Proficiency in 2D and 3D design tools and AI design tools.
  • Deep understanding of performance textiles and construction techniques.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead complex design programs.

Job Details

At WHOOP, we’re on a mission to unlock human performance and healthspan. Our products empower members to optimize their daily lives and long term health through a deeper understanding of their bodies. As a Senior Industrial Designer specializing in accessories and soft goods, you will shape the future of our wearables ecosystem — creating elevated, member-centric products that integrate seamlessly into daily routines while pushing innovation in performance, comfort, and form.

This role calls for a visionary, detail-oriented designer with a proven track record in accessories, textiles, and wearables. You will lead design initiatives, mentor junior designers, and drive concept-to-launch execution across a wide range of physical products that bring the WHOOP experience to life.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Spearhead the creation of performance-oriented wearables, bands, charging accessories, cases, travel gear, packaging, and related products.
    • Own Design of projects from early research and sketching through prototyping, refinement, and final production confirmation.
    • Develop solutions grounded in user behavior, insights, and physiological needs, with an emphasis on ergonomics, materials, and performance.
    • Partner closely with Apparel & Accessories, Product Marketing, Hardware, Sourcing, and Development teams to create holistic and consistent product experiences.
    • Innovate with fabrics, trims, soft constructions, and hybrid hard/soft assemblies. Bring deep knowledge of industrial sewing, lamination, molding, bonding, and scalable production methods.
    • Guide and inspire junior designers while raising the bar for the team’s creative output and design thinking.
    • Produce compelling visuals, renderings, and presentations for internal alignment and executive communication.
    • Collaborate with overseas manufacturing partners to ensure execution meets WHOOP’s quality, innovation, and aesthetic standards.

QUALIFICATIONS:

    • 5–8 years of industrial design experience, with a strong focus on accessories, soft goods, and/or wearable tech.
    • Portfolio showcasing sophisticated form development, user-centered solutions, and a high standard of execution in soft goods.
    • Proficiency in 2D tools (Illustrator, Photoshop, Figma,) and 3D tools (Solidworks, Keyshot, 3D printing platforms). Proficiency in AI design tools.
    • Deep understanding of performance textiles, construction techniques, and soft-hard integration.
    • Demonstrated ability to lead complex design programs with minimal oversight.
    • Experience managing vendor relationships and guiding offshore manufacturing processes.
    • A balance of hands-on craft, design vision, and collaborative mindset.
    • Highly organized and comfortable operating in a fast-paced, growth-stage environment.
    • Boston-based, 4 days in office
WHOOP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-verify to determine employment eligibility. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.

An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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