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Senior Manager UX Design

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Generac Power Systems

Aug 29, 2024

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Pewaukee
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AI generated summary

  • You need a UX design degree, 5+ years experience, strong portfolio, team management skills, and proficiency in design tools. B2B experience and knowledge of HTML/CSS/JavaScript are preferred.
  • You will design user interfaces, conduct research, create prototypes, collaborate with teams, and ensure design consistency while managing agency support and staying updated on UX trends.

Requirements

  • Minimum Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s in UX Design, Human-Computer Interaction, Graphic Design, or a related field
  • 5+ years of experience in UX design, with a strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in web and mobile design.
  • Preferred Requirements:
  • Masters Degree
  • 8+ yrs experience
  • Agency experience
  • B2B experience
  • B2B2C experience
  • Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:
  • Passion for learning and experimentation
  • Comfortable defining a new strategy and function, filling organizational whitespace
  • Results-oriented with a focus on driving growth and meeting business objectives
  • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to make data-driven decisions
  • Excellent written & Verbal Communication skills
  • Experience managing a team of designers
  • Experience with a portfolio of products linked together in an ecosystem relationship
  • Proficiency in design and prototyping tools (e.g., Sketch, Figma, Adobe XD, InVision)
  • Strong understanding of user-centered design principles and methodologies
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing multiple projects and deadlines
  • Experience with responsive design and mobile-first design principles
  • Knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript

Responsibilities

  • Major Responsibilities:
  • Create intuitive and engaging user interfaces for web and mobile experiences.
  • Design new and unique elements to evolve our onsite experience.
  • Develop wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs to effectively communicate design concepts.
  • Ensure designs are consistent with brand guidelines and meet user needs.
  • Comfortable managing an agency to augment bandwidth.
  • Can plan a long term design roadmap while still meeting immediate execution needs.
  • Conduct user research to understand user behaviors, needs, and pain points.
  • Perform usability testing and analyze feedback to iterate and improve designs.
  • Stay up-to-date with user experience trends and best practices.
  • Work closely with product stakeholders to define and prioritize UX requirements.
  • Act as an advisor to business unit leaders and marketers on options to present a message or product strategy.
  • Strong partnership with developers to pressure test feasibility of design options.
  • Present design concepts and rationale to stakeholders at all levels.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless implementation of designs.
  • Create and maintain design documentation, including user flows, personas, and design specifications.
  • Develop and maintain design systems and guidelines to ensure consistency across platforms.
  • Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in UX design.
  • Identify opportunities for innovation and contribute to the continuous improvement of the user experience.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Senior Manager UX Design at Generac?

The primary responsibility is to oversee the overall design experience on Generac.com, driving transformation of web and mobile sites to create seamless and engaging digital experiences for users.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A Bachelor’s degree in UX Design, Human-Computer Interaction, Graphic Design, or a related field, along with 5+ years of experience in UX design, and a strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in web and mobile design.

What are the preferred qualifications for this job?

Preferred qualifications include a Master’s Degree, 8+ years of experience, agency experience, and experience in B2B and B2B2C environments.

What kind of design experience should the ideal candidate have?

The ideal candidate should have a strong portfolio showcasing expertise in both web and mobile UX design and a deep understanding of best practices and emerging trends in user experience.

Will the Senior Manager UX Design be managing a team?

Yes, the candidate should have experience managing a team of designers.

What tools and software are required for this position?

Proficiency in design and prototyping tools like Sketch, Figma, Adobe XD, and InVision is required, along with knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.

How will the Senior Manager UX Design collaborate with other teams?

This role will involve working closely with product stakeholders, developers, and cross-functional teams to define UX requirements, pressure test design feasibility, and ensure seamless implementation of designs.

What is the work environment like for this position?

The work environment involves frequent and continuous computer-based work, requiring periods of sitting and focus. Occasional travel may be required.

How important is user research in this role?

User research is very important; the Senior Manager will conduct user research to understand behaviors, needs, and pain points, as well as perform usability testing to iterate and improve designs.

Does this role require knowledge of industry trends?

Yes, staying current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in UX design is a key responsibility of the Senior Manager UX Design.

What type of projects will the Senior Manager UX Design be working on?

The projects will focus on creating intuitive and engaging user interfaces for both web and mobile experiences, including long and short consideration cycle products.

How should candidates express their passion for this role?

Candidates should demonstrate a passion for learning and experimentation, along with a results-oriented mindset focused on driving growth and meeting business objectives.

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Generac Power Systems

Energy
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
1955
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Generac is a leading energy technology company committed to powering a smarter world. Our purpose is to lead the evolution to a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world through our backup and prime power systems. As a company, we are committed to sustainable, cleaner energy products poised to revolutionize the 21st century electrical grid. Founded in 1959, Generac introduced the first affordable backup generator and later created the category of automatic home standby generators. Generac’s people contribute to the company’s growth and success by living our corporate values everyday - integrity, innovation, agility, teamwork, and excellence. We foster a culture that supports diversity, equity, inclusivity, and good corporate citizenship, globally. If you're interested in powering your future with Generac, visit www.generac.com/about-us/careers to find a position that fits your career goals and celebrated talents.