Product Designer Requirements, Skills & Qualifications

The following common skills and qualifications are required of a Product Designer:

  • Bachelor's degree in Industrial Design, Manufacturing, Engineering, or a related field.
  • A creative eye, good imagination, and vision.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong planning and organizational abilities.
  • Good problem-solving skills.
  • A firm grasp of market trends and consumer preferences.
  • Practical experience using computer-aided design software.
  • Good technical and IT skills.

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Product Designer skill, qualifications and experience. Job requirements for specific Product Designer roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.