PRODUCT DESIGNER

Talent Sure Recruitment Limited; England; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Product Designer to join a talented design team focused on innovative lighting solutions. The ideal candidate will have a BA in Industrial or Product Design, experience with design software, and a flair for creativity. Responsibilities include designing both interior and exterior lighting products and collaborating with manufacturing partners to streamline processes. The position offers a supportive environment, competitive holidays, and employee benefits.

Benefits

Competitive holiday allowance

Pension scheme

Free parking

Employee benefits

Generous staff discount

Qualifications

• A BA in Industrial Design or Product Design is essential.
• Working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop & Illustrator.
• Knowledge of 3D design software such as Fusion 360, Solidworks, Creo, or Rhino.

Responsibilities

• Take an active role in the conceptualisation and design development of new products.
• Plan and execute design projects based on given briefs and schedules.
• Create engaging visual product presentations for customers.

Skills

Industrial Design

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

3D design software

Excellent communication skills

Education

BA in Industrial Design or Product Design

Tools

Fusion 360

Solidworks

Creo

Rhino

Key Shot

Job description

Overview

Location: Poole, Dorset

Hours: 39 hours (Monday - Thursday 8.00am - 5.00pm Friday 8.00am - 4.00pm)

Salary: £26,000

About our client: Our client is a well-established leader in the domestic and commercial lighting industry. With a focus on innovative design and high-quality products, they are one of the UK's largest providers of lighting solutions to retailers and wholesalers. They have a reputation for providing a vast, constantly evolving range of lighting to suit every style and budget, from decorative ceiling lights to functional outdoor fixtures.

About the role - Product Designer: We are currently looking for a charismatic and focused Product Designer to join our client's talented design team. This is a great opportunity for a detail-oriented individual with a desire to work in a fast-paced creative role. You will be responsible for designing and developing both interior and exterior lighting products from initial concept through to final prototypes for leading national accounts and in-house brands.

You will need to be a strong communicator with a desire to work in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Take an active role in the conceptualisation and design development of new products.
• Plan and execute design projects based on given briefs and schedules, ensuring designs meet all requirements for form, aesthetics, technical quality, and costing.
• Bring fresh and innovative ideas at each phase of the design development process.
• Communicate with team members to ensure the appropriate execution of projects.
• Create engaging visual product presentations for customers and liaise with national account customers.
• Determine materials, construction, colour, and surface finishes.
• Liaise directly with manufacturing partners to reduce development lead times and increase speed to market.

Qualifications

• A BA in Industrial Design or Product Design is essential.
• Working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop & Illustrator.
• Excellent hand-drawing and 2D visualisation skills.
• Knowledge of 3D design software such as Fusion 360, Solidworks, Creo, or Rhino.
• The ability to visualise designs as 3D models and mock-ups using an in-house workshop.
• The ability to interpret technical drawings and translate them into a usable format for manufacturing.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with rendering packages like Key Shot is an advantage but is not essential.
• The ability to travel independently as and when required.

Benefits

• A supportive, stable, and progressive business environment with a great team culture.
• Competitive holiday allowance
• Pension scheme
• Free parking
• Perkbox employee benefits
• Generous staff discount