Industrial Designer

Stikka Custom Signage Solutions; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A company specializing in custom signage in Cape Town is seeking a Product Designer to develop innovative, user-centric products. The ideal candidate should hold a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Design, with experience in industrial design and proficiency in design tools. Responsibilities include visualizing product concepts, conducting user research, and collaborating with teams. Interested candidates should submit their CVs by 17 October.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Design or related field.
• Years of experience in industrial / product design.
• Proficiency in design and visualization tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and visualize product concepts through sketches, 3D models, and renderings.
• Conduct user research and market analysis to inform design decisions.
• Collaborate to ensure feasibility and manufacturability of designs.
• Create prototypes for testing and iteration.
• Present design concepts to internal teams and stakeholders.
• Refine designs based on feedback and testing.

Skills

Design and visualization tools

Sketching and ideation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Design

Job description

Job Purpose

The ideal candidate will have a passion for designing innovative, user-centric products that blend aesthetics, functionality, and manufacturability.

Experience & Industry Knowledge

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Design or related field.
• Years of experience in industrial / product design.
• Proficiency in design and visualization tools.
• Strong sketching and ideation skills.
• Excellent understanding of form, function, ergonomics, and materials.
• Good communication and presentation skills.
• Experience with prototyping and manufacturing processes within the signage industry is a plus.

Key Duties & Responsibilities of the Position

• Develop and visualize product concepts through sketches, 3D models, and renderings.
• Conduct user research, market analysis, and trend forecasting to inform design decisions.
• Collaborate with multiple teams to ensure feasibility, function, and manufacturability of designs.
• Create prototypes for testing and iteration using a variety of methods.
• Present design concepts and rationale to internal teams and stakeholders.
• Refine designs based on feedback and testing, ensuring alignment with brand identity and user needs.
• Maintain awareness of industry trends, materials, technologies, and sustainable practices.
• Support the development of Color, Material and Finish specifications.

Forward your CV to: Application Deadline: 17 October.

We believe in the magic of diversity within teams and to achieve this, we do apply Employment Equity principles during our selection process where this is necessary to achieve such diversity.

If you do not hear from us within two weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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