Job Description
Title:
Industrial Designer Needed for Concept Design – Handheld Kitchen Tool (Electric Bread Scorer)
Description:
I’m looking for an experienced industrial/product designer to help bring a new kitchen tool concept to life.
The product is a handheld, vibration-assisted bread scoring tool (used in sourdough baking) designed to make scoring dough easier, smoother, and more consistent—especially for beginners.
I have already created a working prototype using a modified electric toothbrush with a mounted razor blade, and the core functionality has been validated. The next step is to translate this idea into a well-designed, user-friendly, and manufacturable concept.
Scope of Work (Phase 1 – Concept Design Only):
Develop 2–3 design concepts for the product
Create rough sketches and/or basic 3D renderings
Propose a safe and secure method for holding a replaceable razor blade
Explore ergonomic handle shapes for comfort and control
Consider overall form factor and usability (kitchen-friendly, easy to clean)
Key Priorities:
Ease of use (especially for beginner bakers)
Safety (blade protection and stability)
Simple, clean design suitable for a consumer kitchen product
Maintaining the effectiveness of vibration-assisted cutting
What I’m NOT looking for at this stage:
Detailed engineering or manufacturing files
Complex internal mechanical design
Final production-ready CAD
This is an initial concept phase, with the opportunity for continued work if it’s a good fit.
Budget:
Fixed price – $500
(Potential for ongoing work and additional phases)
Ideal Candidate:
Experience in industrial/product design (consumer products preferred)
Strong portfolio of simple, functional designs
Ability to think through usability and real-world interaction
Comfortable working from an early-stage prototype
To Apply:
Please include:
A few examples of relevant product design work
A brief note on how you would approach this type of project
Any initial thoughts or questions based on the description
Looking forward to collaborating!
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