Product Designer

ABOUT THE BRAND:

Callaway Golf is the leading manufacturer of premium golf clubs, balls, performance gear and accessories worldwide.  Through an unwavering commitment to innovation, we push the limits of performance and create demonstrably superior products designed to make every golfer a better golfer.

Our company is a blend of experience and diverse backgrounds, and together we look to move the game forward, and we want top-notch people to join us in that mission!

By joining Callaway Golf, you also join part of the portfolio of brands within Topgolf Callaway Brands, an unrivaled tech-enabled Modern Golf and active lifestyle company delivering leading golf equipment, apparel, and entertainment, with a portfolio of global brands including Topgolf, Callaway Golf, TravisMathew, Toptracer, Odyssey, OGIO, Jack Wolfskin, and World Golf Tour (“WGT”). “Modern Golf” is the dynamic and inclusive ecosystem that includes both on-course and off-course golf. For more information, please visit https://www.topgolfcallawaybrands.com

The Product Designer is responsible for helping develop prototype and production golf club head designs and components for minor design efforts under close supervision of more senior designers.  This includes combining conceptual design ideas with playability, durability, aesthetic, manufacturing and marketing requirements that contribute to the finished head design. 

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Help create and analyze head designs using Unigraphics CAD software. Generation of the design models requires interaction, under the guidance of more senior designers, with the Industrial Designers, Product Analysis, Product Engineering and Development groups, the Legal department and management. 

• Document head design specifications.                     
• Participate in cross-functional teams evaluating design, development, manufacturing, legal, and marketing issues.
• Provide design timeline estimates and updates as the design progresses
• Raise issues that may affect the success of the product and participate in the resolution of those issues.
• Follow design procedures and design standards as defined by the Product Design group.
• Other assigned duties may include support for research, design, legal, development, manufacturing, marketing and sales efforts.

• Help Design product using CAD software
• Check models per design checklist and designers’ instructions
• Create design documents
• Status reporting and time recording
• Training/learning

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)

• Minimum 2 years 3D CAD software.
• Working knowledge of office software products (MS Windows, Word, Excel, Powerpoint).
• Good critical thinking skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Skills in the use of Unigraphic’s sketcher, free form surfacing and solids tools, associative/parametric modeling techniques and family of parts design methods, preferred.
• Knowledge of the physics of golf club performance, preferred.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Design or related field.
• Experience in golf club head design and development, preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT (if applicable)

• Work is performed in a designated professional office workstation and environment.
• Extensive use of office equipment to include computer, calculator, copier, fax, and other business related machines and software.
• Occasionally is exposed to excessive noise while on the shop floor.

DISCLAIMER

This job description indicates in general terms, the type and level of work performed as well as the typical responsibilities of employees in this classification and it may be changed by management at any time.  Other duties may also apply.  Nothing in this position description changes the at-will employment relationship existing between the Company and its employees.  Distribution of this item outside of the Company without an authorized release is a violation of Company policy.

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Inclusion & Diversity: As a purpose-led, performance driven company, we strive to foster a culture of belonging based on respect, connection, openness and authenticity. We are committed to building and maintaining a workplace that celebrates the diversity of our associates, supporting them to bring their authentic selves to work every day.

If your experience is close to what we’re looking for, please consider applying. Experience comes in many forms, skills are transferable, and passion goes a long way. We know that diverse backgrounds and experiences make for the best problem-solving and creative thinking, which is why we’re dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team and encourage everyone to apply. We look forward to learning more about you.

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