Ben Lingner
Junior Industrial Designer · Deap Design
Chicago, IL
In My Own Words
I've learned that good design starts with sharp questions, clear intent, and careful attention to the details that shape how people experience a product. My preferred approach defines constraints early—not just to keep ideas feasible, but to inspire new solutions built around those constraints. I value products that reduce environmental strain, offer new/improved solutions in high impact sectors, and create moments of clarity, ease, or delight.
I thrive when collaborating with talented individuals in a challenging environment, and I’m always looking for opportunities to learn, push my craft, and contribute to work that makes a lasting impact.
I'm known for going out and finding places that locals aren't fully familiar with. Whether I'm driving several hours for a view or walking in the city and stumbling on a hidden gem. I photograph the outdoors and unique city spaces to capture details and textures that I feel are not often appreciated.
Work Experience
Junior Industrial Designer
Deap Design2022 – 2025
• Prepared detailed production and RFQ files; collaborated with manufacturers to evaluate feasibility and optimize costs. • Developed sustainable thinking. Researched materials and processes to reduce carbon footprint and waste. • Frequently communicated with clients via presentation updates (current renders / research / process / plans).
Shop Monitor
Purdue University2020 – 2022
Manage a shop for up to 16 individuals during a 6 hour shift, providing instruction and feedback. Ensured and enforced Covid-19 safety regulations. Ensure and enforce safety guidelines.
Industrial Design Intern
Kichler2021 – 2021
• Designed fixtures of various styles based on current and projected trends. • Created and managed a material library in KeyShot. • Attended meetings and recorded important information for later review.
