Design Intern (Part-Time)
Titan Tether Technologies
About Titan Tether Technologies
Titan Tether Technologies is an early-stage startup developing commercialization opportunities for rate-activated tethers.
About the Opportunity
Seeking a design student to help transition an emerging material technology into a consumer product. This role emphasizes soft-goods design and prototyping, complemented by hardware integration.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct interviews with dog owners and walkers, evaluate competitor products, and translate findings into design requirements.
- Develop concepts addressing usability, comfort, appearance, and integration with existing leashes.
- Explore textiles, webbing, protective sleeves, braiding, stitching, and assembly methods.
- Build and iterate physical prototypes in collaboration with the engineering team.
- Develop attachment and connector concepts, using CAD and 3D printing as appropriate.
- Communicate design decisions through sketches, renderings, and prototype documentation.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- SolidWorks coursework completed.
- CAD
- 3D printing
Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a degree in design, industrial design, product design, textile design, or a related field.
- Portfolio highlighting design skills.
- Ability to connect user insights with practical design decisions.
- US work authorization.
Schedule & Location: Part-time with flexible hours. Remote-friendly.
Pay: $17/hr