Product Designer — End-to-End from Idea to Production

Insight Select; Preston; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Select is seeking a hands-on Product Designer to lead ideas from concept through production. You will own the full design lifecycle, collaborating with cross-functional teams and engaging directly with customers to validate solutions.

Key requirements include a degree in Product/Industrial Design (2:1), CAD proficiency (SolidWorks), prototyping skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects independently. This is a full-time on-site role in Preston.

Qualifications

• Degree in Product Design, Industrial Design or related field (minimum 2:1).
• Proficiency in CAD software (ideally SolidWorks).
• Knowledge of materials and manufacturing methods.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work independently.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop product concepts from initial idea through to production
• Create sketches, 3D CAD models, and detailed engineering drawings
• Build and test prototypes to refine designs
• Conduct market research and gather customer insights
• Visit clients to understand user needs and collect feedback
• Apply knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes
• Participate in tooling trials and product evaluations
• Ensure designs meet quality, durability, and performance standards
• Collaborate with wider teams to support product launches globally

Skills

CAD software

Prototyping

Project management

Teamwork

Education

Product Design degree (2:1)

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Insight Select is seeking a hands-on Product Designer to lead ideas from concept through production. You will own the full design lifecycle, collaborating with cross-functional teams and engaging directly with customers to validate solutions.

Key requirements include a degree in Product/Industrial Design (2:1), CAD proficiency (SolidWorks), prototyping skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects independently. This is a full-time on-site role in Preston.