Who We Are
Wine Enthusiast Companies is a Certified B Corporation and the ultimate source of innovation and information around wine. Founded in 1979 by Adam and Sybil Strum, the family-owned company is composed of Wine Enthusiast Commerce and Wine Enthusiast Media. Wine Enthusiast Shop provides premium wine-lifestyle products, reaching millions of consumers globally via direct mail, an e-commerce site, and a business-to-business division. Wine Enthusiast magazine is an award-winning print publication and online resource that showcases wine news, food trends, and more than 25,000 ratings and reviews annually. Wine Enthusiast events include the annual premier Wine Star Awards gala. In 2024, the company launched a travel division, which includes the Tasting Room Directory and Cork+Compass Travel. Together, Wine Enthusiast Companies is the indisputable hub for everything wine. We bring wine to life.
Your Role in Our Journey
Wine Enthusiast Companies, the leading full-service provider of innovative products for the wine lifestyle, is creating a new position for an Industrial Product Designer to help shape the visual identity of our expanding Wine Enthusiast branded line of wine storage and accessories.
You're a designer who understands that great products aren't just beautiful—they tell a story, solve problems, and elevate everyday experiences. You think across systems and categories, and you know how to bring concepts to life with precision and purpose. You"re excited by the opportunity to help shape the future of a legacy brand through thoughtful, elevated design.
At Wine Enthusiast, we've spent over 40 years building a portfolio of wine lifestyle products—from cellars and racking systems to bar furniture, glassware, and accessories. We're now investing in the next chapter of our in-house branded line, and we're hiring an Industrial Product Designer to help create a cohesive visual identity across it all.
This is a new role and our first dedicated in-house industrial designer—you'll serve as the primary design lead for our branded products, with the support of outside design partners as needed. You'll have real ownership of the creative and technical process, from concept through production, and play a key role in setting the tone for how our products look, feel, and function.
What You"ll Be Uncorking
Key Responsibilities:
Own the full industrial design process—from initial concept and prototyping to final factory approval and in-market launchDesign and develop original products for Wine Enthusiast's branded line, including:Wine refrigerators and wine storage unitsWine accessories (glassware, corkscrews, wine bags, etc.)Custom and modular racking systemsWine and bar furnitureCreate a consistent and recognizable design language across product categoriesProduce concept sketches, CAD renderings, technical specs, and factory-ready filesCollaborate closely with Product Development, Creative, and Marketing teams from ideation to launchWork directly with our manufacturers to review samples, troubleshoot development challenges, and ensure final products meet design intentParticipate in calls and reviews across global time zones, including occasional early morning or late evening meetingsTravel as needed for factory development, sampling reviews, and product onboardingContribute to packaging and brand presentation to ensure products resonate across digital and retail touchpointsStay informed on industry trends, materials, and finishes to support innovation and commercial viability
This role reports to: Vice President of Product
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Qualifications:
Industrial Design Expertise: 5–10 years of experience in product or industrial design within consumer goods, home, or lifestyle categoriesTechnical Proficiency: Skilled in SolidWorks, Rhino, Adobe Creative Suite, and rendering tools such as KeyShotBrand Thinking: Ability to build and apply a brand-aligned visual design languageDFM/DFA Expertise: Strong understanding of Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles, with the ability to adapt concepts to real-world production constraintsCollaborative Spirit: Strong communicator who works well cross-functionally and with international manufacturing partnersExecutional Rigor: Experienced in managing the full design process from concept to productionTrend Awareness: Keen understanding of design trends, user needs, and commercial dynamicsGlobal Collaboration: Experience working directly with international factories, managing development and communication across time zones, including flexibility for late-night or early-morning calls when necessary
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working with international vendors and sourcing partnersBackground in refrigeration or electronics manufacturingExperience with physical prototyping tools and mockups (e.g., 3D printing)A love of wine and the lifestyle around it
This is a hybrid role with a preference for candidates located in the Tri-State area. The position requires on-site presence at our Valhalla, NY headquarters one day per week. We are also open to fully remote candidates who reside outside commuting distance.
Our Commitment to You
Unlimited PTO, Full Medical, Dental and Vision benefits, 401(K) Match, FSA & Dependent Care FSA, Flexible Work Environment, Pet Discount Plans, Employee Discount, Wellhub, optional Wine Tasting Class participation, dynamic and collaborative work culture.
Our Core Values
PASSION
We're not just a company; we're a community. Our job is to enhance the lives of others, making the wine industry and all its offerings accessible and enjoyable. Delighting and educating our consumers is at the core of everything we do.
COLLABORATION
We believe in the power of working together, sharing ideas, and leveraging our collective talents to achieve our goals. We mentor those we lead and surround ourselves with people who drive us to do more than our personal best.
INNOVATION
We value those who think outside the box to elevate the company. We celebrate change, appreciating that a nimble culture attracts talent and motivates team members to push the envelope and build our business for the future.
TRANSPARENCY
Communication and integrity are the cornerstones of our relationships with each other and our customers. We speak openly about our achievements and challenges, with the goal of helping each other grow.
EMPATHY
We support our employees with patience and understanding, recognizing that work hours represent a substantial percentage of one's time. We encourage a diverse mindset that helps us better reflect the evolving wine culture.
JOY
We recognize that our business is not just about numbers, but also about people. As a family business, we honor the importance of our employees' home lives. We encourage fun, discovery, adventure and health for our teams.
Our Commitment to Inclusion & Equity
At Wine Enthusiast, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and do not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. As part of our commitment to fair hiring practices, we have adopted "ban the box" policies to provide individuals with criminal records a fair chance at employment. We consider all applicants on their merits and qualifications, considering their ability to perform the job.
Our family-owned company was born from a passion to bring a fine wine experience to the everyday. We believe wine is best shared with others and brings people together. In 2021, Adam and Sybil"s daughters Erika Strum Silberstein and Jacqueline Strum were named co-presidents and continue to lead the mission of bringing wine to life. The second generation works together with the collective team to create new and better ways for everyone to explore and enjoy the exciting world of wine, including low-alcohol wines, non-alcohol wines, spirits, and beyond! We hope you'll join us with a glass in hand.
The pay range for this role is:70,000 - 100,000 USD per year(Hybrid (Valhalla, New York, US))70,000 - 100,000 USD per year(Remote (United States))
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