Product Development Designer

Cottrell Moore Ltd; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Companywide bonus scheme

28 days annual leave including bankhol

Extra day off per year for each year’s

Team trips overseas

Office surrounded by nature

Job summary

Purple Line Ltd in Ipswich is seeking a Product Designer (Product Development Designer) to bring creative flair and commercial awareness to a growing team. You will take concepts from initial idea through to finished product, working closely with designers, production teams, suppliers, and manufacturers to shape practical, well-engineered products loved by end users.

The role emphasizes collaboration, manufacturability, and cost considerations, with opportunities to contribute to the OPUS range

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, HND, or equivalent experience in Product Design or related design discipline.
• Confident using CAD or Adobe software to develop and communicate designs.
• Solid grounding in product development and design for manufacture, with interest in well-engineered real-world products.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and development of the outdoor leisure product range, from concept through to production.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to refine designs for manufacturability, assembly, usability, durability, and cost.
• Create clear, detailed drawings, diagrams, and supporting documentation using CAD or Adobe software.
• Work with suppliers and manufacturing partners to review samples, troubleshoot issues, and ensure design intent is met.
• Keep records of design iterations, feedback, and testing outcomes.
• Write up engineering change reports to drive product improvements and production updates.
• Follow up with product users to capture feedback for future iterations.

Skills

Product design

CAD

Adobe software

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Product Design

Tools

CAD

Adobe software

Job description

Location: Ipswich, Suffolk

Salary: Up to £35,000 per year

Working Hours: Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm (35 hours per week)

Purple Line Ltd is a leading manufacturer of accessories for caravans and recreational vehicles. With a portfolio spanning caravan motor movers, security devices, and lifting aids, we're expanding the team behind our multi-award-winning OPUS range of self-inflating camping trailers and tents.

We are looking for a talented Product Designer (Product Development Designer) to bring creative flair and commercial awareness to a growing team. This is a great opportunity to join a collaborative, forward-thinking company, taking concepts from initial idea through to finished product. You'll work closely with designers, production teams, suppliers, and manufacturers, playing a key role in shaping products that are practical, well-engineered, and genuinely loved by end users.

Benefits

• Companywide bonus scheme to celebrate team wins and personal achievements!
• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays
• Get an extra day off each year for every year served, up to 5 additional days
• Team trips overseas to view and test samples with manufacturing partners
• Enjoy working in an office surrounded by nature

Key Responsibilities

• Support the design and development of the company's outdoor leisure product range, from concept through to production
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to refine designs for manufacturability, assembly, usability, durability, and cost
• Create clear, detailed drawings, diagrams, and supporting documentation using CAD or Adobe software
• Work directly with suppliers and manufacturing partners to review samples, troubleshoot technical issues, and ensure the finished product matches the design intent
• Keep organised records of design iterations, sample feedback, and testing outcomes
• Write up engineering change reports to help drive product improvements and support production updates
• Follow up with product users to ensure smooth use in the field, capturing feedback for future iterations

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, HND, or equivalent experience in Product Design, or a related design discipline
• Confident using CAD or Adobe software to develop and communicate designs
• Solid grounding in product development and design for manufacture, with an interest in creating well-engineered, real-world products
• Experience liaising with manufacturers throughout the product development process would be advantageous
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to balance creativity, functionality, and manufacturability
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills