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Mumbai Full-time Founding Role New
Who we are
Crystal is India's trusted name in cold chain logistics and container solutions - with over six decades of experience across reefer rentals, ISO tanks, cold rooms, and warehousing.
We move fast, execute reliably, and operate across major ports and metros. Our DNA is execution - not just intent.
Now, we're building something new.
We're launching a dedicated product vertical for container-based and modular structures - tailored for emerging use-cases like urban farms, food labs, retail kiosks, compact workspaces, and off-grid solutions. We've got the fleet, the know-how, and the distribution. Now we need a lead architect to bring the product to life.
Why this role matters
Prefab is no longer niche. It's the future of how fast-growing businesses set up shop - from agri-tech startups and D2C brands to QSR kitchens and mobile clinics. This is a 0 1 leadership role . You won't be handed a template to follow. You'll help build the blueprint itself.
From sketching early concepts to prototyping, standardising, and eventually scaling - you'll own the design and development of a product line that could define the next phase of Crystal's journey.
What you'll own
Design and develop modular container products : form, structure, and functionPrototype and test variations : food labs, farm pods, office cabins, kiosks, and moreWork hands-on with fabrication teams, vendors, and cold chain engineersBuild design systems : materials, insulation, electrical, drainage, finishingDrive standardization for repeatable, scalable productionInterface with clients and internal teams to iterate based on real-world usageLay the foundation for a design and product team as we growWhat we're looking for
Must have :
3 - 5 years of experience in architecture, industrial design, or prefab projectsStrong portfolio of container-based or modular designsAbility to go from rough sketch to build-ready outputExperience working closely with fabricators or in-house productionComfort in ambiguity - knows how to build from scratchStrong practical sense : cost, compliance, transport, site-readinessNice to have :
Work in relevant spaces : F&B infra, agri-tech, portable clinics, retail, or D2CPassion for sustainable or off-grid designFamiliarity with tools like Revit, Rhino, SketchUp, BIMSome experience leading a small team or mentoring juniorsWho you are
You think with your hands. You sketch. You build. You fix.You're done with slow-moving firms and over-designed concepts that never get built.You want your work out in the world - used, tested, and improved.You want to shape not just buildings, but an entire product vertical.Why join Crystal
Execution + Credibility : Decades of operating experience, distribution, and market trustClean slate + real backing : You'll build from scratch, with serious operational supportDirect impact : Your designs won't sit in folders - they'll be fabricated, shipped, and usedGrowth platform : A chance to create a design language and system that can scale across IndiaZero fluff : We back clarity, speed, and real-world results - not bureaucracy