SENIOR PRODUCT DESIGNER

Talentsure; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading lighting solutions company is seeking a Senior Product Designer in Poole, Dorset. In this role, you will develop and design innovative interior and exterior lighting products. Candidates should have a BA or MA in Industrial Design, 5 years of industry experience, and strong skills in 3D design software. A great team culture, competitive salary, and employee benefits are offered.

Benefits

Great team culture, within a supportive, stable business

Competitive holiday allowance

Free parking

Perkbox employee benefits

Generous staff discounts

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in a 3D design-based industry.
• Experience in decorative residential lighting is an advantage.
• Proven ability to interpret technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Take an active role in the conceptualisation and design development of new lighting products.
• Plan and execute design projects ensuring designs meet all requirements.
• Create engaging product presentations for customers.

Skills

3D design software knowledge

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Excellent communication skills

Hand-drawing skills

Visualisation skills

Education

BA or MA in Industrial Design or Product Design

Tools

Fusion 360

Solidworks

Adobe InDesign

Rendering packages like Key Shot

Job description

Overview

Senior Product Designer

Location: Poole, Dorset

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

Salary: £45,000 – £55,000 (D.O.E)

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 – Senior Product Designer:

We are currently looking for a charismatic, dynamic, and experienced Senior Designer to join our client’s team. This is an ideal opportunity for a creative thinker with a keen eye for detail and a passion for product design. 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 an energetic and self-motivated individual with a resourceful ‘can-do’ attitude and a ‘hands-on’ approach.

Responsibilities

• Take an active role in the conceptualisation and design development of new lighting products.
• Plan and execute design projects based on given briefs, ensuring designs meet all requirements for form, aesthetics, technical quality, and costing.
• Work closely with business account managers to support the development and presentation of new products to customers.
• Bring fresh and innovative ideas at each phase of the design development process.
• Liaise directly with manufacturing partners to reduce development lead times and increase speed to market.
• Create engaging and professional product presentations for customers.
• Determine materials, construction, colour, and surface finishes for new products.

Qualifications

• A BA or MA in Industrial Design or Product Design is essential.
• Ideally, 5 years of experience in a 3D design-based industry.
• Experience in decorative residential lighting is a distinct advantage.
• Working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
• Excellent hand-drawing and 2D visualisation skills.
• Experience with 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 not essential.
• The ability to travel independently as and when required.

Benefits

• Great team culture, within a supportive, stable progressive business
• Competitive holiday allowance
• Free parking
• Perkbox employee benefits
• Generous staff discounts