Lead Design Engineer

Design Research LeadJoin IDEO as a Design Research Lead and play a pivotal role in shaping innovative research initiatives across various programs in one of our rapidly expanding studios. This position focuses on fostering substantial client relationships and spearheading strategic initiatives within the media, entertainment, and technology sectors. As a key partner to a renowned brand in the creative entertainment and tech industry, we seek a visionary leader eager to explore and influence the future of digital media through innovative strategies.In this role, you will guide our teams and clients in deriving insights that inspire and inform exceptional design work. Reporting to one of our North American studios, you will engage in extensive collaboration with clients across the Pacific and Japan time zones. While proximity to IDEO SF or ChIDEO is advantageous, it is not mandatory, as we offer a flexible work environment. Expect occasional travel to our studios for in-person collaboration.The Importance of This Role at IDEOAt IDEO, we create impactful design solutions that are desirable, viable, feasible, and responsible. Our Design Researchers are instrumental in helping teams and clients gain a deeper understanding of everyday lives and cultural dynamics, informing interdisciplinary collaborations. They leverage research as a vehicle for discovery, creation, interpretation, and communication of opportunities in an engaging manner, contributing at every phase of the design process. Successful Design Researchers at IDEO think expansively about the necessary research at different stages, craft compelling plans, assist in prototype development, execute research, synthesize findings into actionable insights, and drive emotionally resonant storytelling. They embody empathy, curiosity, and humility, bridging design teams and organizations with the real lives of people.Your Responsibilities IncludeLeading interdisciplinary project teams with diverse design backgrounds.Formulating cutting-edge research strategies tailored to unique project outcomes, encompassing individual behaviors and broader cultural trends.Executing a diverse range of research methodologies and guiding interdisciplinary teams through the process.Facilitating analysis and synthesis of research findings to generate actionable insights.Directing human-centered strategies and storytelling grounded in the outcomes of design research.Contributing to prototypes and design concepts at various stages, from initial “sacrificial” ideas to detailed design iterations.

Lead Visual Communication Designer in ChicagoAbout the Position:IDEO is seeking a skilled Visual Communication Design Lead to navigate teams and clients through multifaceted design hurdles, establishing a compelling visual narrative that enhances storytelling across various projects.Your role will involve collaborating closely to transform our voices, narratives, and concepts into vivid visual expressions. The ideal candidate will possess a robust background in graphic design, demonstrating the ability to apply both practical and conceptual design principles across brand systems, interaction and digital product design, motion graphics, and environmental design. We are in search of designers who showcase a unique visual style, uphold high quality standards, and inspire others to elevate their work.Key Responsibilities:As the Design Lead, you will be responsible for steering the visual direction of projects and guiding cross-disciplinary teams through every stage of the design process—from initial research and exploration to prototyping, refinement, and impactful client storytelling.Your contributions will span a wide array of projects, including brand development, experiential design, interaction design, digital product design, and service design. Your work might manifest in various formats such as brand strategy, storytelling frameworks, interaction design, data visualization, packaging, and environmental design.What You'll Achieve:Lead project teams while collaborating with diverse designers.Engage closely with clients, utilizing storytelling and design to clarify complex ideas and make them actionable.Transform research insights and open-ended inquiries into visual systems and narratives that foster empathy and vividly represent user experiences for both teams and clients.Create and direct prototypes that simulate ideas at varying fidelity levels to facilitate exploration and team alignment.Nurture and elevate other designers through constructive criticism, collaboration, and hands-on leadership in craft.Maintain a rigorous standard for visual quality while remaining open to exploration, iteration, and learning.Advocate for visual communication as a transformative tool for making concepts tangible and meaningful.

At IMC Trading, we create cutting-edge trading tools that form the foundation of our traders' and researchers' daily operations. As a Lead User Experience Designer, you will play a crucial role in shaping how users interpret market data, analyze information, and make swift decisions in real-time. This position merges comprehensive workflow design with a commitment to delivering exceptional user experience. IMC is embarking on a pivotal reinvestment in its trading platform, reimagining essential tools, workflows, and interaction patterns from the ground up. You will be at the forefront of this transformative initiative, wielding significant influence over the platform's evolution and the integration of stellar UX across the organization. In this role, you will collaborate closely with traders, quantitative researchers, and engineers to craft interfaces that are not only fast and intuitive but also meticulously designed. The aim is to develop tools that feel instinctive under pressure, facilitate intricate decision-making, and provide an enjoyable user experience day in and day out.

Join our dynamic team at AECOM as the Interior Design Team Lead, where you will spearhead innovative design projects and mentor a talented group of designers. Your expertise will play a crucial role in shaping exceptional interior environments that enhance user experiences. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to deliver creative solutions that meet their needs while ensuring the highest standards of quality.

Join Us on Our Innovative JourneyFor nearly six decades, our solutions have fostered meaningful connections between renowned global brands and their customers. While we take pride in our accomplishments, we believe our best work is yet to come!As a forward-thinking technology company, we are dedicated to crafting dynamic, intelligent, and personalized customer experiences through our extensive range of digital hardware, proprietary content management systems, and industry-leading signage solutions. If you've ever placed an order in-store or at the drive-thru at McDonald's in recent years, you may have interacted with our cutting-edge digital solutions. We operate in over 50 markets worldwide and have 9 offices globally, with our headquarters proudly established in Sydney, Australia.At Coates Group, we embody the values of a family-owned business coupled with the innovative drive of a start-up, both of which inspire our mission of Creating Connections. Empowering Partnerships. Always Evolving. Through dedication, creativity, and hard work, we've emerged as industry leaders, earning awards and setting records while remaining committed to continuous growth and evolution. We are honored to be a two-time winner of the Australia Good Design Award and have successfully executed the largest hardware deployment in Quick Service Restaurant history.We are a team of curious, charismatic, and authentic individuals who appreciate and harness the diversity of our crew. We are visionaries, kindness advocates, experts, creators, thinkers, challengers, collaborators, and high achievers. Together, as a united crew, we are transforming how the world’s leading brands utilize technology to enhance customer experiences.

Wehrtyou is seeking a Physical Design Engineer to develop advanced physical layouts for semiconductor products. This role directly shapes hardware design and implementation, balancing high performance with manufacturability. Key responsibilities Create and refine physical layouts for semiconductor devices Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize designs Ensure layouts comply with industry standards for quality and reliability Support product delivery from initial concept through manufacturing Locations Austin, TX, United States Boulder, Colorado, United States Chicago, Illinois, United States London, United Kingdom New York, NY, United States Seattle, Washington, United States Work culture Engineers at Wehrtyou contribute to projects that help shape the future of technology. The team emphasizes collaboration, technical growth, and practical problem-solving.

Join Allen + Shariff Corporation, a leading international MEP engineering firm renowned for its innovative consulting and design services across four locations in the United States and project management expertise in the Middle East. We pride ourselves on fostering a workplace that emphasizes personal care and connection, ensuring our clients, employees, and communities flourish. As a recognized “Great Place to Work,” we combine professionalism with a vibrant work culture.We are currently looking for a dedicated and skilled Electrical Engineer to become a vital part of our team. This role involves independently managing multiple projects simultaneously, covering both design and construction phases. The Electrical Engineer will be responsible for the development of comprehensive contract documents and specifications for intricate building systems, including advanced calculations, systems analysis, quality control, and on-site project coordination.Key Responsibilities:Design complete lighting, power, and fire alarm systems, including equipment selection for projects of various sizes.Evaluate system alternatives and analyze existing systems when applicable.Coordinate project documentation processes both internally at Allen + Shariff and externally with clients.Ensure designs comply with relevant codes, utilizing AutoCAD and Revit based on architectural preferences.Draft specifications as required.Provide support during bidding and construction phases, including bid reviews, responding to RFIs, evaluating shop drawings, conducting project walk-throughs, and generating field observation reports.Demonstrate expertise in building electrical systems, serving as a technical resource within the office.

wehrtyou is hiring a Design Verification Engineer to help ensure the quality and reliability of new designs. This position is available in Austin, Boulder, Chicago, London, or New York. Role overview This role centers on verifying the functionality of complex hardware or system designs. The Design Verification Engineer works closely with colleagues from different teams to review requirements, identify potential issues, and confirm that products meet high quality standards. What you will do Develop and maintain verification plans for new and existing designs Create and execute test cases to validate product functionality Collaborate with engineering and product teams to address issues and improve processes Location Positions are available in Austin, TX; Boulder, CO; Chicago, IL; London, UK; and New York, NY.

Waltz Health, based in Chicago, is at the forefront of transforming prescription care. We are pioneering innovative solutions within the pharmaceutical supply chain, utilizing AI-driven marketplaces to reduce costs and introduce consumer tools that enhance decision-making in healthcare. Our dedicated team of industry experts is committed to addressing the challenges of high costs and inefficient experiences in the pharmaceutical sector. We believe in the power of better pricing, enhanced information, and smarter tools to empower consumers and enable payers to effectively manage their pharmacy benefits. The technology we are developing is not just a solution; it represents a collaborative approach to achieving better healthcare outcomes for everyone.Our Core Values at Waltz HealthIntegrity: We prioritize the integrity of clinical care in the pharmaceutical system, being truthful and honest in all our partnerships.Inclusion: We advocate for systemic change that benefits all, embracing diversity and the unique perspectives of our employees and partners.Access: We are dedicated to dismantling barriers to restore choice in healthcare, ensuring our partners receive the right prescription care at the right cost.Accountability: We take pride in our work and its outcomes, focusing on delivering a premier experience for our partners while achieving ambitious goals.Progress: We are committed to advancing healthcare through innovation in pharmaceutical care delivery.Job OverviewWe are seeking a talented Engineering Lead to spearhead the design, development, and implementation of essential healthcare technology solutions across our organization. This role entails leading teams, mentoring engineers, and utilizing Salesforce, MuleSoft, and Microsoft Azure to expedite our platform development and enhance healthcare outcomes through technology.ResponsibilitiesOversee the architecture and delivery of marketplace platform applications, including Salesforce solutions, MuleSoft integrations, and Azure cloud-native services.Lead and mentor engineering teams; establish goals, promote career development, and cultivate a high-performance, inclusive culture.Collaborate with Product, Architecture, and other teams to align technical solutions with business objectives.

Are you ready to champion the clean energy revolution? At Nexamp, we are dedicated to enhancing our environment for current and future generations. If you thrive on tackling new challenges and working with a forward-thinking team that is pioneering new markets, we want you on board! Join us to gain insights from industry leaders and step into a role where you can become a leader yourself. Engage in dynamic, mission-driven work that defies the norm and be part of a team that is making a positive impact on the world. What We Are Seeking: Nexamp is on the lookout for a Lead Commissioning Engineer to become a vital part of our Clean Energy Deployment team. In this position, you will ensure that our projects are safely and efficiently energized on time, progressing through crucial project milestones, including Mechanical Completion (MC), Permission to Operate (PTO), and Substantial Completion (SC). Your extensive knowledge of SCADA and data acquisition will be pivotal in validating asset performance, ensuring alignment with models presented to financing partners, banks, and utilities, while bridging gaps in our expanding SCADA pipeline. By overseeing the technical review and execution of SCADA and related controls, you will facilitate project activation, uphold essential deadlines, and verify that operational performance meets contractual, market, and internal standards. We offer flexible work arrangements from either our Boston or Chicago offices, and you will report directly to the Director of Commissioning Engineering. Your Responsibilities Include: Leading the commissioning of photovoltaic (PV) systems and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) independently from pre-energization through project operational turnover. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure all commissioning activities align with project timelines and quality standards. Conducting comprehensive testing and validation of systems to ensure optimal performance and compliance with regulatory guidelines. Documenting commissioning processes and maintaining accurate records of project milestones. Providing technical support and guidance to project teams throughout the commissioning phase. Staying updated on industry trends and advancements to continually improve commissioning practices.

Renterra is an innovative SaaS company funded by Series A, dedicated to revolutionizing the equipment rental industry, which is valued at over $100 billion. Our platform addresses intricate, data-intensive workflows spanning operations, logistics, and billing — tackling UI challenges that necessitate genuine design insight and technical prowess.We are actively seeking a Design Engineer who will take ownership of product design from inception to execution while making significant contributions to our React + Material UI frontend. This position is not merely about having design skills; rather, you will engage in designing with your preferred tools, rapidly prototyping, and directly implementing UI elements into our codebase.In this role, you will collaborate closely with the Product Manager and a compact engineering team, providing you with ample visibility and ownership of your work.

Join Syska Hennessy Group and witness your work come alive through iconic projects globally! As a premier entity in consulting, engineering, and commissioning services, we excel in MEP, information and communication technology, architectural lighting, vertical transportation, and commissioning. We are looking for a seasoned Senior Plumbing/Fire Protection Engineer to become part of our dynamic team at our Chicago, IL office.Our vibrant work culture facilitates the perfect environment to elevate your engineering career. Enjoy the benefits of a supportive atmosphere, a diverse workforce, competitive compensation, and a flexible schedule, working from Monday to Thursday in the office for 9 hours and Fridays remotely at home. Engage in enjoyable social events that contribute to an exciting, challenging, and fulfilling career.

About the Role Pinterest is hiring a Lead Principal Engineer for the Agentic Engineering team. This role focuses on designing and building advanced engineering solutions that enhance the Pinterest platform. The position can be based in Chicago, IL or fully remote within the United States. What You Will Do Lead the development of new technologies to improve user experiences on Pinterest Guide technical direction and architecture for the Agentic Engineering team Collaborate with engineers and cross-functional partners to deliver projects with global impact Location Chicago, IL, US Remote, US

Join Nemera as a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer and lead the charge in innovative mechanical design solutions. You will be responsible for overseeing design projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and mentoring junior engineers. Your expertise will drive the development of high-quality mechanical systems that meet our clients' needs.

Join Milhouse Engineering and Construction, Inc. as an enthusiastic and dedicated Transportation Design Section Manager in our vibrant downtown Chicago office.In this pivotal role, you will lead a dynamic team of skilled engineers, manage diverse projects, and ensure the highest quality of service delivery for our valued clients. This is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned project manager with a passion for innovative highway or railroad design initiatives. You will report directly to the VP of Civil/Transportation at Milhouse and thrive in a collaborative environment that fosters creativity, work-life balance, and professional advancement.

Are you eager to join the clean energy revolution? Do you have a passion for fostering a sustainable environment for both current and future generations? If you're ready to embrace new challenges and collaborate with an innovative team that is paving the way into emerging markets, we invite you to become a part of Nexamp!At Nexamp, you will have the opportunity to learn from industry leaders and grow into a leader yourself. This fast-paced, mission-driven environment is designed to challenge the status quo. Be a part of the team that is transforming the world.What we’re looking for:Nexamp is expanding our Electrical Engineering team and is in search of a Lead Electrical Engineer. In this role, you will be tasked with reviewing the design of photovoltaic (PV) and energy storage system (ESS) projects, offering your technical expertise in interconnection and construction, as well as assisting with the commissioning of distributed energy resources (DERs). This position requires an Electrical Engineer with substantial experience in electrical infrastructure up to 345kV, including a solid understanding of protective relaying and controls, along with proficiency in relevant national codes such as the NEC and NESC. You will collaborate closely with the Director of Electrical Engineering on departmental initiatives and process enhancements.We are primarily supporting hybrid work arrangements from our offices located in Boston, Chicago, or Washington, D.C., but we can accommodate remote work if necessary. You will report directly to our Director of Electrical Engineering.

About Alpine Home Air Alpine Home Air stands as a leading direct-to-consumer HVAC company in the United States, operating for over two decades. The company is currently redesigning its customer-facing experience, including a full website overhaul, a new System Selector tool, and a buyer education platform filled with helpful content. Role Overview: Senior UX/UI Designer (Lead for Conversion & Product Experience) This remote role (with an option to work hybrid in Chicago) calls for a designer who can turn complex buyer journeys into intuitive, conversion-focused digital experiences. The Senior UX/UI Designer will guide the strategy and design for Alpine’s website and product interfaces. What You Will Do Direct the UX strategy, visual design, and interface systems for the Alpine website. Design landing pages optimized for over 100 unique HVAC buyer intents. Map out UI and UX flows for the new interactive System Selector tool. Build and maintain the Alpine design system, including typography, components, and responsive layouts. Redesign mobile-first user journeys to improve clarity, trust, and ease of use. Collaborate closely with engineering, product, and leadership teams to ensure precise implementation. Support a brand identity refresh and elevate visual storytelling throughout the site. Required Qualifications At least 5 years of experience designing complex, consumer-facing products or e-commerce platforms. A portfolio that demonstrates refined UX systems, clean visual design, and a focus on driving conversion. Ability to simplify complicated decision-making into straightforward user journeys. Strong visual sense and attention to detail. Experience working directly with developers in a product-driven setting. Comfort with iterative design, prototyping, and using data to inform design choices. Preferred Experience Background designing guided decision tools or configurators. Experience in home services, e-commerce, or marketplace businesses. Understanding of conversion rate optimization (CRO) methods. Why This Role Matters This position plays a central role in Alpine’s transformation. Improving the customer-facing experience will help lower acquisition costs, build trust, and define the company’s visual identity. Benefits Comprehensive health insurance (including HSA), 401k, paid time off, paid holidays, life insurance, and short-term disability. Support for educational and professional development opportunities. Flexible work arrangements: remote or hybrid in Chicago. All required computer equipment and training provided.

Join AECOM as a Senior Airfield Design Manager, where you will lead innovative airfield design projects that enhance aviation infrastructure. We are seeking a dynamic leader with a passion for aviation and a proven track record in airfield design.Your role will involve collaborating with cross-functional teams, managing project timelines, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. You will have the opportunity to mentor junior staff and contribute to significant projects that shape the future of air travel.

Location: Chicago, IL headquarters, with the option to work fully remote from anywhere in the United States. This is a hybrid, full-time position. Occasional travel (up to 10%) to project sites across the U.S. may be required. Role overview The Engineering Lead (REF #SV0226) at Resource Innovations plays a central role in managing complex engineering projects and teams. This position focuses on delivering high-quality, timely results for clients in small business and industrial sectors, particularly around energy-saving initiatives. The role combines technical leadership, project oversight, and mentorship responsibilities. What you will do Lead project teams, providing direction on assignments with significant complexity and risk. Guide and mentor engineering staff to achieve client, operational, and service goals. Oversee the implementation of energy efficiency programs for small business and industrial clients. Maintain strict quality control over project deliverables, ensuring technical accuracy and clarity. Act as a subject matter expert, offering advanced technical guidance to team members. Mentor junior engineers in energy auditing, inspections, and measurement & verification practices. Perform energy efficiency calculations using spreadsheets and energy simulation modeling tools. Develop and review energy savings calculations across various equipment baselines. Write detailed technical reports and contribute to research and development of conservation measures. Provide essential technical support to the broader team.