Industrial Designer

Recruitmymom; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 279,000 - 446,000; Full time

Job summary

RecruitMyMom in Cape Town seeks an Industrial Designer with 4 years' experience to translate concepts into locally adapted products, focusing on user-centred design and robust detailing.

You will work under the Head of Design, collaborate with clinical teams, suppliers and production, and contribute to product assembly, documentation, and field testing.

Qualifications

• 4 years of experience as an Industrial Designer with a technical background.
• Diploma or Degree in Industrial Design (or equivalent).
• Excellent proficiency in English.

Responsibilities

• Develop product improvements and execute product customisations to meet functional requirements.
• Draft technical assembly instructions, user documentation, and detailed technical drawings for production teams and external suppliers.
• Maintain the design department's filing system in compliance with the organisation's Quality Management System (QMS).
• Accompany the clinical team as a technician during clinics and assist with product field testing.
• Work directly with the production team to maintain, verify, and improve overall product quality.

Skills

Industrial Design

English fluency

Workshop tools

Problem solving

Driver's license

Education

Diploma/Degree in Industrial Design

Tools

SolidWorks

Fusion 360

Job description

Cape Town, South Africa | Posted on 01/09/2026

• Industry Nonprofit Charitable Organizations
• Job Type Permanent
• Remuneration Term Per Month
• Date Opened 01/09/2026
• State/Province Western Cape
• City/Town Cape Town
• Country South Africa

Job Description

Engaging in an environment where design decisions directly impact the lives of end users, this mid-level position focuses on traditional product development with a strong emphasis on user-centred design. The role involves translating concepts into locally appropriate products, refining existing items, and delivering robust designs.

Working under the mentorship and supervision of the Head of Design, the successful candidate will assist across a wide variety of tasks within the design department . This on-site role includes collaborating closely with internal and external clinical teams, suppliers, and internal production staff responsible for product assembly, customisation, and upholstery .

Key Responsibilities

Develop product improvements and execute product customisations to meet functional requirements .

Draft technical assembly instructions, user documentation, and detailed technical drawings for production teams and external suppliers .

Maintain the design department's filing system in compliance with the organisation's Quality Management System (QMS) .

Accompany the clinical team as a technician during clinics and assist with product field testing .

Work directly with the production team to maintain, verify, and improve overall product quality.

Requirements

Qualification: Diploma or Degree in Industrial Design (or equivalent).

Experience: 4 years of experience as an Industrial Designer with a technical background .

Communication: Excellent proficiency in English .

Technical Skills: Hands-on experience and safety in using a variety of workshop tools accurately .

Licensing: Valid driver's licence .

Attributes: Self-motivated, inquisitive, highly attentive to detail, with strong problem-solving abilities expressed verbally, on paper, or through prototypes.

Working knowledge of electronics an advantage

Required Software Skills

SolidWorks (3D modelling, sheet metal features, and technical drawings)

Fusion360

Access to mentorship and supervision under the Head of Design.

Scope for expanding role boundaries and professional development within the department .