Sales Design Engineer (Retail Fixture & Brand Solutions)

RTC (Singapore) Trading Co. Pte. Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

RTC (Singapore) Trading Co. Pte. Ltd. is seeking a Design Development Manager to turn retail briefs into practical fixture solutions, from concept through installation. You will work with the Key Account Manager, communicate directly with clients, and create SolidWorks models, drawings, and design packs.

The role blends creative thinking with engineering awareness and project management to ensure fixtures meet brand standards, budgets, quality, and timelines across regional and global programs.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in a related design/engineering field.
• Hands-on proficiency in SolidWorks and ability to create 3D models and 2D drawings.
• Experience with retail fixtures or store development is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support client briefs from concept to installation and deliver design packs.
• Create and revise 3D SolidWorks models and 2D drawings.
• Coordinate with clients, suppliers, and manufacturing teams to meet timelines.
• Manage projects from briefing to delivery, including schedules and approvals.

Skills

SolidWorks

3D modeling

Project coordination

Retail fixtures design

Manufacturing knowledge

Prototyping

Presentation skills

Education

Diploma or degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, Mechanical Engineering, Interior Design

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Design Development Manager (Retail)

We are looking for a creative, technically capable, and client-focused individual who can turn retail briefs into practical, well-designed fixture solutions and support their delivery from concept through installation.

Working closely with the Key Account Manager, you will support active programs for global and regional brands, communicate directly with clients, and take a hands-on role in creating SolidWorks models, technical drawings, and design packs. This role combines creative thinking, engineering awareness, and project management to ensure fixtures meet brand expectations, budgets, quality standards, and timelines.

Key Responsibilities

1. Client & Account Support

• Assist the Key Account Manager in managing regional programs and major client accounts.

• Communicate directly with clients to understand briefs, present design proposals, clarify technical requirements, and discuss revisions.

• Keep clients informed of project progress, milestones, approvals, and deliverables.

• Prepare quotations, basic costing sheets, presentations, and relevant commercial documentation.

2. Creative Design & Drawing Development

• Contribute fresh ideas for retail fixtures, displays, and merchandising solutions that reflect each brand's identity and enhance the customer experience.

• Translate client briefs, sketches, and concepts into detailed 3D models and 2D drawings using SolidWorks.

• Prepare and update design packs, including fixture layouts, elevations, sections, key details, material and finish specifications, and assembly information.

• Develop and refine designs with consideration for visual appeal, functionality, durability, manufacturing feasibility, installation, and cost.

• Maintain accurate drawing revisions and incorporate client feedback, prototype findings, and engineering changes throughout the project.

3. Technical & Engineering Coordination

• Review client drawings and fixture concepts to identify construction requirements, material options, technical risks, and value-engineering opportunities.

• Work with Design and Engineering teams to develop production-ready solutions while preserving the approved design intent.

• Coordinate technical communication between clients, sourcing teams, suppliers, manufacturers, and project teams to resolve questions and maintain progress.

• Participate in prototype and sample reviews, assessing appearance, construction, functionality, finishes, and quality.

• Ensure approved drawings, specifications, and revisions are clearly documented and communicated before production.

4. Project Management & Delivery

• Coordinate projects from briefing and design development through sampling, production, delivery, and installation.

• Track schedules, drawing submissions, client approvals, samples, and production milestones.

• Follow up with internal teams and suppliers to keep deliverables on schedule and flag potential delays or quality concerns early.

• Support installation planning and the resolution of site issues, coordinating drawing amendments or replacement components where required.

• Maintain clear project records, action lists, and approval histories.

Requirements

• Diploma or degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, Mechanical Engineering, Interior Design, or a related discipline.

• Hands-on proficiency in SolidWorks, with the ability to independently create and amend 3D models and detailed 2D technical drawings.

• Experience preparing retail fixture drawings, manufacturing drawings, or design packs.

• Creative thinking and a good eye for proportion, materials, finishes, and detail.

• Understanding of fixture construction and manufacturing processes, including metalwork, timber, acrylic, and related materials.

• Confident communication and presentation skills, with the ability to discuss designs and technical details directly with clients.

• Strong organisation and project coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple deliverables and deadlines.

• A practical, proactive approach to problem-solving and close attention to detail.

• Experience in retail fixtures, point-of-sale displays, shopfitting, or store development is preferred

• Self-motivated, highly organized, and open to business travel.

RTC has an outstanding reputation for more than 75 years of adding value, delivering on promises, operational excellence in complex arenas and innovation. At RTC, we are focused exclusively on retail: the ultimate point of consumer contact. We plan, design, build, implement and manage retail solutions that bring clarity with the world's leading retailers and brands. With locations in America, South America, Europe and Asia, we have helped our clients activate their retail presence in more than 100 countries. In Asia, we have offices in Shanghai, Dongguan, Hong Kong, Singapore and India focused on delivering an exacting service to our global clients.