Senior Product Designer - Retail Designer

Acorn by Synergie; Swindon; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Job summary

Acorn by Synergie is seeking a Senior Product Designer / Retail Designer to join a dynamic design team near Swindon, Wiltshire. You will translate briefs into practical, manufacturable concepts and develop precise 2D/3D drawings for production and prototyping.

Hybrid working (3 days in office, 2 days remote) with international travel required; collaborate with clients, suppliers and internal teams, and contribute to projects for high-profile global brands.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in product/retail design from brief to manufacturing drawings.
• Ability to create accurate 2D and 3D drawings for production and prototyping.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing techniques and materials.

Responsibilities

• Produce accurate 2D and 3D technical drawings for project requirements.
• Create detailed manufacturing drawings for contractors and suppliers.
• Develop practical, cost-effective product designs from client briefs.
• Manage prototypes from concept to production.
• Coordinate with buyers and project teams throughout the design process.

Skills

Product Design

Retail Design

2D/3D Drawings

Project Coordination

Stakeholder Management

Detail Orientation

Education

Product Design qualification

Equivalent experience

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Senior Product Designer Retail Designer Product Design Engineer CAD Designer Design Engineer

Swindon, Wiltshire 38,000- 40,000 per annum + Bonus Permanent Monday-Friday Hybrid (3 Days Office / 2 Days Remote) International Travel

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting for an experienced Senior Product Designer / Retail Designer to join a growing design team based near Swindon, Wiltshire.

You’ll be responsible for developing practical, cost-effective product designs from initial briefs through to detailed manufacturing drawings and prototypes, working closely with clients, suppliers, contractors and internal project teams.

International travel is required, so applicants must hold a valid passport and full UK driving licence.

What We Offer

• 38,000- 40,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• Annual bonus.
• Permanent, full-time opportunity.
• Hybrid working: 3 days office-based / 2 days remote.
• Office based near Swindon, Wiltshire.
• Opportunity to work with high-profile international retail brands.
• Collaborative and supportive design team.
• International travel opportunities.
• Ongoing professional development and career progression.

Key Duties

• Produce accurate 2D and 3D technical drawings in line with project requirements.
• Create detailed manufacturing drawings suitable for contractors, suppliers and manufacturers.
• Develop practical and cost-effective product designs from initial client briefs.
• Produce complete technical drawing packages covering all relevant design requirements.
• Use Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD and/or SolidWorks to develop detailed product designs.
• Manage prototypes from initial concept through to production.
• Liaise with buying and project management teams throughout the design process.
• Develop client briefs, confirm requirements and communicate design proposals effectively.
• Represent the company professionally when dealing with clients, suppliers and subcontractors.
• Maintain drawing registers, issue sheets, CAD files and associated documentation.
• Ensure CAD files and design documentation are accurately maintained and organised.
• Ensure equipment and product designs comply with relevant Health & Safety requirements, CDM regulations and British Standards.
• Report regularly to the Design Studio Manager regarding workload, priorities and project progress.
• Support other designers and internal teams with design, printing and file management requirements.

Requirements

• Product Design qualification or equivalent experience.
• Previous experience within product design, retail design or a similar technical design environment.
• Strong experience with Autodesk Inventor.
• Experience using AutoCAD 2D/3D and/or SolidWorks.
• Ability to produce and interpret detailed technical manufacturing drawings.
• Good understanding of manufacturing techniques, materials and production processes.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet agreed deadlines.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working with clients, suppliers or manufacturers is advantageous.
• Full UK driving licence and valid passport essential due to international travel requirements.

Additional Information

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.