Furniture & Product Designer

Tom Faulkner Ltd; Swindon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Company pension

20 days holiday + Christmas break

Job summary

Tom Faulkner Ltd in Swindon is seeking a passionate Furniture and Product Designer to join our design team. This hands-on role covers day-to-day client drawings, component detailing, and developing new collections from concept to production.

You will work closely with designers and makers, mastering Rhino, Fusion 360, and 3D visualization tools to create production-ready drawings and documents, while exploring metal fabrication techniques and fabrication processes.

Qualifications

• Degree in Furniture, Industrial, Product Design or related field.
• 1–3 years of experience (internships or freelance accepted).
• Proficient in 2D and 3D design software (Rhino, Fusion 360, Adobe Creative Suite).
• Experience with 3D visualization software (KeyShot, V-Ray).
• Familiar with metal fabrication techniques (welding, casting, CNC).
• Strong hand sketching, visualization, and communication skills.
• Proactive, collaborative, and eager to learn in a design-led team.

Responsibilities

• Produce pre-sales drawings and DFA documentation for client approval and internal reference.
• Create production-ready component drawings for laser cutting, water jet cutting, and other fabrication processes.
• Refine concepts with senior designers and production teams to ensure manufacturability and efficiency.
• Assist in designing and developing high-end furniture from concept through to final product.
• Create technical drawings, 3D models, and renderings using Rhino, Fusion 360, or SolidWorks.
• Prepare material specifications, assembly instructions, and production documentation.
• Research design trends, materials, finishes, and fabrication techniques to support innovation.
• Participate in prototype development, workshops, and product reviews.

Skills

Rhino

Fusion 360

Adobe Creative Suite

KeyShot

V-Ray

Metal fabrication

Hand sketching

Detail-oriented

Team collaboration

2D/3D design

Education

Degree in Furniture/Industrial/Product Design

Tools

Rhino

Fusion 360

SolidWorks

KeyShot

V-Ray

Job description

We are seeking a passionate and creative Furniture and Product Designer to join our design team. The ideal candidate will manage day-to-day client drawings and component detailing, while also supporting the development of new collections and custom pieces from concept through to production. This is a hands‑on role suited to someone with a strong eye for form and proportion, a solid technical understanding of materials, and an appreciation for fabrication techniques—particularly in metal. The right candidate will be a proactive problem‑solver who thrives in a fast‑paced, design‑led environment and is eager to collaborate closely with both designers and makers.

Key responsibilities

• Work with the sales team to produce pre‑sales drawings and Design for Approval (DFA) documentation for client approval and internal reference
• Generate production‑ready component drawings for laser cutting, water jet cutting, and other fabrication processes
• Work closely with senior designers and production teams to refine concepts and ensure designs are manufacturable and efficient to produce
• Assist in the design and development of high‑end furniture pieces, from initial concept through to final product
• Create detailed technical drawings, 3D models, and presentation renderings using industry‑standard software such as Rhino, SolidWorks, or Fusion 360
• Prepare material specifications, assembly instructions, and other production documentation
• Research emerging design trends, materials, metal finishes, and fabrication techniques to support innovation and excellence in design
• Participate in prototype development, workshop visits, and product reviews to support the design‑to‑production process

Qualifications & Skills

• Degree in Furniture Design, Industrial Design, Product Design, or a related field
• 1-3 years of experience (internships or freelance work accepted), preferably within the furniture or creative arts industry
• Strong proficiency in 2D and 3D design software, such as Rhino, Fusion 360, and Adobe Creative Suite
• Experience with 3D visualization software (KeyShot, V‑Ray, etc, AI) is a requirement
• Familiarity with metal fabrication techniques (e.g., welding, casting, CNC machining, finishing) is a strong advantage
• Strong hand sketching, visualization, and communication skills
• Exceptional attention to detail, with a high level of craftsmanship and design sensitivity
• A proactive, enthusiastic, and collaborative mindset with a desire to learn and grow within a design‑focused team

What we offer

• A dynamic, professional, and fun working environment
• Regular team days and events
• Private medical insurance
• Company pension
• 20 days holiday, plus time off between Christmas and New Year, and an extra day’s holiday for each year of service (capped at 5 years)

We are committed to creating a diverse working environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.