3D Modeling Designer

3D Modeling Designer for Fashionable Wearable Devices

Project Overview:

We are developing a next-generation wearable device designed to unobtrusively monitor smoking behavior in real-world settings. The device supports behavioral interventions to improve smoking quit rates, especially among cancer survivors. To maximize user adherence and comfort, we aim to create a visually appealing, fashionable wearable that users will feel proud to wear in public.

Role Summary:

We are seeking a creative and technically skilled 3D Modeling Designer with experience designing wearables or consumer electronics that blend seamlessly with everyday fashion. The ideal candidate understands both the constraints of electronic enclosures and the importance of aesthetic appeal, especially for devices worn like jewelry (e.g., necklaces and pendants).

Key Responsibilities:

• Design sleek, fashion-forward enclosures that discreetly house the device’s components (thermal sensor, battery, PCB).
• Explore multiple styles and wearable formats with attention to gender-neutral, stylish, and comfortable designs.
• Optimize models for 3D printing using materials like PLA, PETG, or flexible TPU and ensure printability on Formlabs/Form 4 or standard FDM printers.
• Incorporate openings or windows for unobstructed thermal sensing while maintaining overall visual harmony.
• Collaborate with engineers and behavioral scientists to refine the device based on ergonomic, technical, and user-centered feedback.
• Deliver production-ready files (STL/STEP) with precise tolerances and component-fitting features.

Qualifications:

• Strong portfolio showcasing fashion-oriented 3D designs, especially wearables or sleek consumer products.
• Proficiency in CAD software (Fusion 360, Rhino, or SolidWorks).
• Experience designing enclosures for small electronics with considerations for sensor alignment and airflow.
• Knowledge of human factors and wearable ergonomics.
• A deep appreciation for minimal, modern, or jewelry-inspired aesthetics is a plus.
• Ability to iterate rapidly based on user testing and feedback.

Position Details:

• Short-term contract (~150 hours) over 1–2 months.
• In-person position with flexible hours. With the potential to join the University lab and collaborators for future wearable design.
• Project-based pay: $10,000–$14,000 depending on experience and portfolio strength.