Olivier Currat
About Olivier Currat
Olivier Currat is a Principal Industrial Designer at Plexus Corp., where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in industrial design, having held senior roles at various companies and is recognized for integrating emotional insights with factual data in product development.
Current Role at Plexus Corp
Olivier Currat serves as Principal Industrial Designer at Plexus Corp. since 2020. In this role, he focuses on integrating consumer needs into the product development process. His responsibilities include leading design initiatives that prioritize user experience and advocating for the end-user throughout the design cycle. Currat's expertise in balancing emotional insights with factual data enhances the effectiveness of product strategies.
Previous Experience in Industrial Design
Before joining Plexus Corp., Olivier Currat held several positions in industrial design. He worked as Senior Staff Industrial Designer at Plexus Corp. from 2015 to 2020. Prior to that, he was an Industrial Design Manager at Radius Innovation & Development for one year in Chicago, Illinois, from 2014 to 2015. His earlier roles include Senior Industrial Designer at Brandimage from 2008 to 2011 and Industrial Designer at Morrow Design, Inc. from 2002 to 2008.
Educational Background in Industrial Design
Olivier Currat studied at the University of Illinois at Chicago, where he earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Industrial Design from 1999 to 2002. This educational foundation provided him with the skills necessary to excel in various industrial design roles throughout his career.
Design Philosophy and Approach
Olivier Currat emphasizes the importance of creative problem solving in his design work. He advocates for consumer needs, ensuring that products are designed with user experience as a priority. Currat enjoys collaborating with innovative thinkers to uncover hidden opportunities in product design, which contributes to effective product development strategies.
Personal Interests and Reputation
In addition to his professional work, Olivier Currat is known among colleagues for his skills in foosball, where he has developed a reputation as a formidable opponent. This aspect of his personality reflects his competitive spirit and ability to engage with peers in a collaborative environment.