Product Designer

Angela Harper Resourcing Ltd; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Product Development Specialist to join their dynamic design team. In this pivotal role, you will report to a Principal Product Designer, focusing on executing and coordinating product design tasks. Your expertise in garment technology and proficiency with AutoCAD will be essential as you develop innovative design concepts and support the manufacturing process. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact within a collaborative environment, where your contributions will help shape the future of product design. If you are passionate about garment technology and eager to drive product excellence, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Additional day off to celebrate your birthday

Company Anniversary Holiday Benefit

Excellent enhanced maternity & paternity package

Qualifications

• Experience in product development or garment technology is preferred.
• Strong skills in using AutoCAD for design tasks.

Responsibilities

• Analyze customer requirements and develop design concepts using CAD/CAM.
• Prepare design documentation and support prototype development.

Skills

Anthropometric sizing

AutoCAD software

Understanding of clothing manufacture

Understanding of product validation

Technical documentation compilation

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Collaboration

Continuous improvement

Tools

CAD/CAM (Gerber & AutoCAD)

Job description

Ideal candidate would come from a Product Development or Garment Technology background or Pattern Cutting Experienced.

Location: Cheshire West – Commutable from South Manchester, Merseyside, Shropshire, North Wales.

This is not a Design role.

Salary dependant on experience.

Job Summary

This role reports to a Principal Product Designer for a specific class of products. It is focused on executing and coordinating product design tasks as part of a wider design team. This may include developing and using specialist garment design skills.

Duties and responsibilities

• Analysis of customer requirements
• Development of design concepts using CAD/CAM (Gerber & AutoCAD)
• Create detailed design drawings using AutoCAD and photography
• Participation in design reviews and customer meetings
• Preparation of design documentation
• Support manufacturing sites through New Product Introduction activities
• Research materials, processes, or market requirements
• Support prototype development working closely with machinists
• Provide customer support as required throughout the development process
• Support testing events, on-site and off-site
• Occasional travel to support business requirements
• Make presentations to present design ideas and concepts.

Skills

• Anthropometric sizing
• AutoCAD software
• Understanding of clothing manufacture
• Understanding of product validation, testing and qualification
• Technical documentation compilation (Report writing, Standard Operating Procedures, Qualification documentation)
• Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments
• Plans and prioritises work to meet commitments aligned with company goals
• Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems
• Develops and delivers communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences
• Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives
• Knows the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.

Benefits

• Additional day off to celebrate your birthday
• Company Anniversary Holiday Benefit
• Excellent enhanced maternity & paternity package