Location: Marol, Mumbai Department: R&D; / Design Reporting to: Design Manager and CEO Education Requirement: Bachelor of Design (B.Des.) in Industrial Design, Product Design, or related discipline Experience: 0–2 years of relevant work experience About Us: We are a fast-growing medtech startup focused on creating innovative, human-centered medical devices that improve patient outcomes and enhance healthcare delivery. Our mission is to combine cutting-edge technology, ergonomic usability, and thoughtful design to bring meaningful solutions to the healthcare ecosystem.

Role Overview: As a Junior Industrial Design Intern, you will be part of our multidisciplinary R&D; team, working directly under the guidance of the Design Manager and the CEO. This role is ideal for a recent B.Des. graduate with robust creative and problem-solving skills, who wants to gain hands-on experience in designing and developing medical devices in a fast-paced startup environment. You will contribute to concept generation, product design, prototyping, and user-centered research while ensuring compliance with medical device standards and usability guidelines.

Key Responsibilities ● Concept Development: Assist in brainstorming, sketching, and generating innovative product concepts aligned with clinical needs and user requirements. ● CAD Modeling &

• Visualization: Create 3D CAD models, digital renders, and visual presentations to communicate design intent effectively. ● Prototyping: Support rapid prototyping using in-house methods (3D printing, CNC, model-making) and work with vendors to refine functional mockups. ● User-Centered Research: Participate in user studies, ergonomic evaluations, and field observations to understand patient, doctor, and technician pain points. ● Design Documentation: Maintain detailed design reports, sketches, CAD files, and specifications for internal reviews and regulatory submissions. ● Collaboration: Work closely with engineers, clinicians, regulatory experts,



and business teams to align design solutions with technical and market requirements. ● Material &

• Manufacturing Research: Explore materials, CMF (Color, Material, Finish), and manufacturing processes relevant to medical-grade products. ● Design for Usability &

• Safety: Assist in applying human factors, ergonomics, and safety standards to ensure devices are intuitive, safe, and comfortable to use. ● Presentation &

• Communication: Support preparation of design reviews, pitches, and documentation for internal stakeholders, investors, and clinical partners. ● Learning &

• Growth: Continuously upskill in medical device design standards (ISO 13485, IEC usability guidelines) while contributing fresh design perspectives.

Qualifications &

Skills ● Bachelor of Design (B.Des.) in Industrial Design, Product Design, or equivalent from a recognized institution. ● 0–2 years of relevant professional/academic project experience in industrial/product design (internships, freelance, or academic projects count). ● Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks, Creo, Rhino, or Fusion 360) and visualization tools (KeyShot, Blender, Adobe Creative Suite). ● Strong sketching, ideation, and visualization skills to communicate design intent clearly. ● Basic knowledge of prototyping tools, 3D printing, and model-making techniques. ● Familiarity with human-centered design, ergonomics, and usability testing methods. ● Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams and adapt to a fast-paced startup culture. ● Strong verbal and written communication skills. ● Passion for healthcare, medical devices, and design for social impact is a plus.

What We Offer ● Mentorship directly from senior leadership (Design Manager & CEO). ● Hands-on experience in end-to-end medical device design and development. ● Opportunity to see your ideas move from concept to working prototypes. ● Exposure to interdisciplinary collaboration between design, engineering, and healthcare experts. ● A culture that values curiosity, creativity, and impact. ● Possibility of full-time conversion upon successful completion of the internship.

📌 Junior Industrial Design Intern (Mumbai)
🏢 Collateral Medical Private
📍 Mumbai