Designer II
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onGramercy Alley, Torrance, Los Angeles County, California, 90501, United States
About Divergent
Divergent is a technology company that has architected, invented, built, and commercialized an end-to-end factory system called the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS). This system comprehensively uses machine learning to optimally engineer, additively manufacture, and flexibly assemble complex integrated vehicle structures and subsystems. Products created using DAPS are superior in performance, lower in cost, rapidly customizable to meet mission and customer-specific requirements, faster to market, and scalable on demand to high volume production.
Divergent is a qualified Tier 1 supplier to global automotive OEMs and is now expanding to support mission-critical needs in the Aerospace and Defense sector. Join us to be a part of this transformative journey, where your impact will shape the future of technology and production.
About the Role
As a Designer II, you will drive the development and delivery of compelling visual experiences across the Divergent brand, including digital, print, presentation, and experiential platforms. You will lead the creative process from concept through production, translating complex ideas into visually engaging assets that inspire, educate, and elevate the brand.
The ideal candidate combines strong design fundamentals with strategic thinking, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. You will collaborate cross-functionally with Communications, Video, and Product/Engineering teams to ensure cohesive and high-quality visual storytelling across all touchpoints. Your work will range from sketching and storyboarding original concepts to art directing layouts and motion assets that communicate complex ideas clearly.
Work Environment
This role is based primarily onsite in our Torrance, CA office. The position requires a willingness to work occasional weekends to support critical company milestones.
Equal Opportunity
Divergent is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected characteristic. Divergent provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.
Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Our company participates in E-Verify to confirm eligibility to work in the United States.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Gramercy Alley, Torrance, Los Angeles County, California, 90501, United States
Torrance, California
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleLead creative development and execution of design projects across social, presentation, and experiential mediums
- check_circlePartner with Communications, Content, and Product teams to produce compelling branded assets
- check_circleOwn design projects from initial concept through final execution ensuring creative excellence
- check_circleSketch, storyboard, and ideate original concepts based on stakeholder direction and research
- check_circleMaintain and evolve the visual identity and aesthetic standards of the brand across all media
- check_circleArt direct and produce layouts, graphics, iconography, motion assets, and visual systems
- check_circleCollaborate with product designers to support integrated product and brand experiences
- check_circleEnsure visual quality assurance standards for file preparation, image sizing, and color accuracy
Requirements
- verifiedAbility to lawfully access information subject to US export controls
- verifiedBachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Art, or related field
- verified4+ years of professional experience in design, illustration, or related field
- verifiedProficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, After Effects)
- verifiedExperience managing projects from concept through execution
Nice to Have
Experience working in a technology, industrial design, or product-focused environment; familiarity working alongside industrial designers or physical product development teams; advanced proficiency with Figma and PowerPoint; experience creating motion graphics, animations, and dynamic visual interactions; expertise in typography, layout systems, color theory, and visual storytelling; experience creating and optimizing digital assets for web and presentations; knowledge of print production processes, printer specifications, and color management; experience with image retouching, manipulation, color correction, and production optimization; ability to create 2D assets, iconography, illustrations, and branded visual systems; strong conceptual thinking and problem-solving skills; excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills; highly organized with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple deadlines simultaneously; resourceful, self-motivated, and comfortable operating in an evolving, high-performance environment; a refined design sensibility and obsessive attention to detail; a strong understanding of how brand systems scale across media and experiences; the ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution; collaborative energy and a proactive approach to creative problem-solving; passion for creating visually compelling work that communicates with clarity and impact; experience in automotive, aerospace, hard-tech, robotics, manufacturing, consumer electronics, or other technology-driven industries; strong understanding of social-first storytelling, short-form video ecosystems, and platform-native creative execution; experience collaborating with cross-functional partners, including product and engineering teams; passion for emerging storytelling formats, evolving creative technologies, and innovative media workflows.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleEquity plan and discretionary results-based incentive bonus opportunitiescheck_circlePaid vacation, sick time, company holidays, and year-end shutdowncheck_circlePaid parental leave for growing familiescheck_circleComprehensive health and wellness benefits with HMO and Premium PPO optionsCompany-sponsored life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Machine Learning, Adobe Creative Suite, Indesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, After Effects, Figma, Powerpoint, Motion Graphics, Animations.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Art, or related field required.
Frequently asked questions about Designer II at Divergent
What does a Designer II at Divergent do?expand_more
In this Designer II at Divergent role, you will lead creative development and execution of design projects across social, presentation, and experiential mediums; partner with communications, content, and product teams to produce compelling branded assets; own design projects from initial concept through final execution ensuring creative excellence; and sketch, storyboard, and ideate original concepts based on stakeholder direction and research.
What are the requirements for this Designer II role?expand_more
To qualify for the Designer II at Divergent position, applicants should have: Ability to lawfully access information subject to US export controls; Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Art, or related field; 4+ years of professional experience in design, illustration, or related field; Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, After Effects); and Experience managing projects from concept through execution.
Where is the Designer II role at Divergent located?expand_more
Designer II at Divergent is based in Gramercy Alley, Torrance, Los Angeles County, California, 90501, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this Designer II job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
Divergent has listed this Designer II role as on-site.
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Designer II at Divergent typically requires 4+ years of relevant experience at the mid level level.
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Key skills for Designer II at Divergent include Machine Learning; Adobe Creative Suite; Indesign; Illustrator; Photoshop; After Effects; Figma; and Powerpoint.
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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Art, or related field required.
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Designer II at Divergent is part of the creative & design job category on Recrutus.
About Divergent
Divergent, headquartered in Torrance, California, operates within the Technology, Information, and Internet sector. The company has developed the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS), recognized as the first end-to-end software-hardware production system for industrial digital manufacturing. This platform enables clients to design, additively manufacture, and automatically assemble complex structures. The technology serves the automotive, aerospace, and defense industries by facilitating the creation of vehicles and equipment that require intricate structural components.
The system transforms manufacturing economics and environmental outcomes for complex structures across various vehicle types. DAPS achieves these results by optimizing designs, reducing material usage through dematerialization, and removing the need for significant upfront capital expenditure. This approach allows for more efficient production workflows while minimizing the physical resources required to build durable, high-performance structures for industrial applications.
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