Technical Illustrator

Job ID: 1087 

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Newell Brands is a leading $8.3B consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Graco®, Coleman®, Oster®, Rubbermaid® and Sharpie®, and 25,000 talented employees around the world. Our high-performance culture, unparalleled curiosity about the world around us, and talented people fuel our success. Our culture is enabled through our core values which guide all we do and how we win as One Newell. They are Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership & Leadership.

Newell Brands is seeking a skilled, self-managed and versatile  Technical Illustrator with 3-4 years of experience to join our growing, dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for developing detailed and accurate technical illustrations that visually communicate complex technical information. You will collaborate closely with engineering, design, and marketing teams to create high-quality illustrations for user manuals, quick-start guides, and other materials.  

The ideal candidate will have strong artistic abilities, proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and various CAD software packages, and will be time-efficient to help meet project deadlines and a growing workload. You will also play a key role in maintaining brand consistency and quality standards across all illustrations. If you are passionate about transforming technical concepts into clear and engaging visuals, we would love to hear from you. 

Key Responsibilities 

Creation of Technical Illustrations 

• Use creativity and style to produce vector line illustrations based on reference pictures, ideas, and concepts.  

• Develop detailed and accurate technical drawings, diagrams, schematics, and 3D renderings to support engineering and manufacturing processes. 

• Translate complex technical information into clear, visually engaging illustrations. 

• Collaboration with Engineering and Design Teams: Work closely with engineers, designers, and product managers to understand technical concepts and requirements. 

• Participate in project meetings to gather information and feedback for illustrations. 

Documentation and Manuals

• Create illustrations for technical documentation, user manuals, installation guides, and maintenance instructions. 

• Ensure all illustrations comply with company standards and regulatory requirements. 

• Assist in the development of documentation layouts and templates via Adobe InDesign

Review and Quality Assurance

• Review and revise illustrations based on feedback from technical teams. 

• Ensure accuracy, clarity, and consistency in all technical illustrations. 

Tool and Software Proficiency

• Adobe Illustrator

• Adobe InDesign 

• AutoCAD 

• SolidWorks

• Iso Draw  

• Arbor Text 

• 3D modeling tools such as Blender

Management of Digital Assets 

• Organize and maintain a library of technical illustrations and related assets. 

• Implement version control practices to manage updates and revisions. 

Adherence to Brand and Style Guidelines 

• Ensure all illustrations adhere to company branding and style guidelines. 

• Maintain consistency in visual representation across all technical documentation. 

Key Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Technical Illustration, Industrial Design, Engineering, or a related field. 

• 3-4 years of experience in technical illustration or illustration related roles. 

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of technical drawing standards and practices. 

• Ability to create accurate and detailed technical illustrations, diagrams, and schematics. 

• Stay updated with the latest software and technology advancements relevant to technical illustration. 

Creative Skills

• Strong artistic and design skills with the ability to translate complex technical information into clear and engaging visuals. 

• Proficiency in hand-drawing and digital illustration techniques. 

• Ability to apply isometric and perspective techniques in illustrations. 

Project Management

• Experience in managing multiple projects simultaneously and meeting deadlines. 

• Ability to define and work within budget and time limitations. 

Collaboration and Communication

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineers, designers, product managers, and marketers. 

• Ability to gather and interpret client specifications and feedback for illustration projects. 

Additional Qualifications

• Portfolio demonstrating a range of technical illustrations and design projects. 

• Familiarity with creating illustrations for various mediums, including print and digital formats. 

Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands, including Rubbermaid, Sharpie, Graco, Coleman, Rubbermaid Commercial Products, Yankee Candle, Paper Mate, FoodSaver, Dymo, EXPO, Elmer’s, Oster, NUK, Spontex and Campingaz. We are focused on delighting consumers by lighting up everyday moments. Newell Brands and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.