Join Our Team at CreXo!
Who We Are
CreXo is an innovative, 100% employee-owned educational technology company and a
proud part of RW Thrive. Based in Eau Claire, WI, we are committed to
revolutionizing education through engaging, hands-on learning experiences that
make STEM accessible, meaningful, and fun.
What We Do
We design and deliver interactive products, software, and creative classroom
tools that empower educators and inspire students to explore engineering,
coding, and computational thinking in practical, impactful ways. Our
collaborative culture of ownership means every employee plays an active role in
shaping the future of STEM education while sharing in the company’s success and
growth.
The Opportunity
Join us in designing the next generation of STEM learning experiences. As an
Industrial Designer, you'll play a key role in creating educational products
that balance creativity, usability, durability, and manufacturability. You'll
work closely with engineers, educators, and product teams across BirdBrain
Technologies, Strawbees, and Tinkering Labs to transform learning objectives
into innovative, classroom-ready solutions that empower students to explore,
build, and discover.
Why Join Us?
At CreXo, your work matters—and so do you. As a 100% employee-owned company,
your contributions directly influence our success, and you benefit from the
rewards. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
* Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): 100% company-funded and grows with our
success
* Health, Dental, and Life Insurance
* 401(k) Plan: With company match up to 6%
* Generous Paid Time Off: Over 20 days annually, plus 10 paid holidays
* Wellness Programs: Gym reimbursement and healthy living incentives
* Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
* Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage
* Tuition Assistance for Continued Education
* Paid Leave: Maternity, paternity, and adoption
* Charitable Giving Programs: Including paid volunteer time and donation
matching
Key Responsibilities
* Design and develop STEM educational products from concept through production.
* Create user-centered designs that are intuitive, engaging, durable, and
manufacturable for classroom use.
* Translate educational objectives, user research, and stakeholder feedback
into effective product solutions.
* Develop sketches, renderings, 3D models, prototypes, and design documentation
to communicate and refine concepts.
* Build, test, and iterate prototypes based on user feedback, manufacturing
considerations, and product requirements.
* Collaborate with Product Management, Curriculum, Engineering, Marketing, and
Operations teams throughout the development process.
* Ensure visual consistency across products through thoughtful form, color,
material, finish, packaging, and branding decisions.
* Present design concepts, recommendations, and rationale during design reviews
and cross-functional discussions.
* Lead design-focused projects with suppliers and manufacturing partners,
including defining design requirements, coordinating development activities,
providing feedback, and ensuring successful execution through production.
* Advocate for the end user while balancing learning objectives, product
performance, cost, quality, and manufacturing requirements.
What You’ll Bring
* Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Design or related field
* 3–7 years of product design experience in consumer, educational, or related
products
* Experience using design tools such as SolidWorks, Fusion 360, Rhino, KeyShot,
Adobe Creative Cloud, or similar
* Portfolio demonstrating user-centered design, problem solving skills, and
production-ready work
* Equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience may be
considered
Desired Qualifications
* Experience designing products for children or classroom use
* Familiarity with product safety considerations for educational environments
* Working knowledge of UX/UI principles for physical–digital ecosystems
* Experience with CMF development and documentation
Work Location
* This role follows a hybrid work model, combining remote work from a home
office with regular onsite collaboration at our Sharon, Massachusetts office
3-days per week, and occasional visits to our headquarters in Eau Claire,
Wisconsin.
Travel Requirements
* Occasional travel, typically less than 10%, as needed
Compensation
* The expected compensation range for this position is $80,000 - $110,000
annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience,
qualifications, and geographic location.
Learn More
* Discover more about our mission and impact at www.crexo.com
[http://www.crexo.com]
CreXo is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed
to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.