We’re looking for a Junior Product Designer (Accessories) with a strong industrial design foundation, excellent 3D visualisation skills, and hands-on experience in prototyping and technical product development to support MAAP’s seasonal accessories collections.
About the job
MAAP’s accessories range spans both hard and soft goods — including socks, headwear, gloves, eyewear, bottles, bags and packs — designed with performance, precision and rider experience at the core.
We’re looking for a Junior Product Designer (Accessories) with a strong industrial design foundation, excellent 3D visualisation skills, and hands-on experience in prototyping and technical product development to support MAAP’s seasonal accessories collections.
THE ROLE
Working closely with the Senior Accessories Designer and cross-functional teams, you’ll contribute from early concept through to production sign-off. This role suits an industrially minded designer who enjoys technical problem-solving, experimentation and performance-led product outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support concept development through industrial design sketches, CAD, concept boards and 3D visualisations
- Explore form, construction and detailing through prototyping, trials and experimentation
- Conduct material, trim and competitor research, including eco-material initiatives
- Assist with fabric, trim and component sourcing, including custom hardware development
- Build and maintain detailed tech packs in Backbone (PLM), including BOMs and revisions
- Liaise with factories, suppliers and external agencies through sampling and PPS sign-off
- Track samples, review fit and performance, and provide clear, actionable feedback
- Collaborate with Production on cost targets, timelines and packaging development
- Coordinate wear-testing programs and incorporate rider feedback
- Support range reviews, sign-offs and day-to-day studio operations
THE CANDIDATE
- Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, Accessories Design or similar
- 2–3 years’ experience in product, accessories or technical design
- Strong industrial design skillset with clear 3D thinking and problem-solving ability
- Experience with Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop; 3D tools (SolidWorks, Rhino, Fusion or similar) highly regarded
- Solid understanding of materials, construction and manufacturing processes
- Experience designing soft goods, technical accessories or performance products
- Familiarity with PLM systems and structured development workflows
- Hands-on, detail-oriented and comfortable managing multiple projects
- Collaborative, curious and open to feedback
- A passion for cycling and understanding of performance gear and rider needs is a bonus
PORTFOLIO REQUIREMENT
A portfolio is required and must be submitted as a PDF or online/website link
Portfolio should demonstrate industrial design thinking, 3D visualisation, technical problem-solving and finished product outcomes
Apply with your CV and portfolio and help shape the next generation of MAAP accessories.
WHY WORK AT MAAP?
- Shorter workdays every Friday (9–3pm)
- 1 WFH day per week (day aligned with your team)
- Staff rides once a month
- Birthday leave
- Biannual product allowance
- Access to significant industry discounts
Requirements added by the job poster
• Bachelor's Degree
• No need for visa sponsorship
• 2+ years of work experience with Industrial Design
• 2+ years of work experience with Product Design
• Authorized to work in Australia
