About This Role
Designing the physical identity of autonomous construction robots is the core of this industrial designer intern role. You will work at the intersection of engineering, aesthetics, and usability, translating complex hardware systems into functional, durable, and serviceable machines. Your work will define how the robots look, feel, and operate on job sites, ensuring that form, material, and ergonomics reflect the intelligence and reliability of the products.
Responsibilities
- Lead industrial design development for next-generation robotic systems, from early sketches to production-ready surfaces
- Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing teams to ensure designs are both visually refined and mechanically feasible
- Develop modular enclosure systems and accessibility features (easy tool swaps, maintenance access, component protection)
- Design for durability, repairability, and manufacturability using practical materials and industrial processes
- Own the visual design language of 10x robots - proportions, textures, color palettes, finishes, and branding placement
- Create high-quality renders, mockups, and physical prototypes for design reviews and investor/demo presentations
- Work closely with the marketing and motion teams to ensure visual coherence between physical design and digital storytelling
Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, or related field
- At least 1 year of experience designing hardware products - preferably in robotics, mobility, consumer electronics, or industrial equipment
- Strong proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks, Rhino, Fusion 360) and rendering tools (KeyShot, Blender, or Unreal Engine)
- Experience with DFM (Design for Manufacturing) and understanding of materials such as aluminum, composites, polymers, and coated steels
- Portfolio showcasing real-world prototypes or production designs that balance engineering practicality with strong aesthetic clarity
- Knowledge of ergonomics, human-machine interaction, and environmental durability (IP-rated enclosures, dust/water protection)
- Strong communication and collaboration skills - ability to bridge engineering and design
Benefits
- Ownership of the end-to-end design language for a first-of-its-kind general-purpose construction robot
- Opportunity to build a design identity that will define a new category - autonomous robots in construction
- Hands-on experience shaping the visual storytelling of one of the most ambitious robotics companies in the world
- Opportunity to work directly with founders and the tech team
About the Company
Origin (previously 10xConstruction) builds general-purpose autonomous robots for US construction to tackle rising costs, safety risks, and labor shortages. Its modular, multi-trade platform combines purpose-built hardware with real-time site intelligence to navigate complex environments and execute tasks with precision. Trained in high-fidelity simulation and already deployed on live sites, its robots deliver 5x faster execution, 250%+ margin expansion, and significant cost savings. The company's robotics team consists of individuals from IITs, Stanford, UCLA, etc.
