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Our client has built a reputation with the world’s leading architects and designers for dealing in the finest antique and reproduction fireplaces, furniture and lighting. Recognized worldwide, with offices also in the US, they are currently recruiting for a Midweight Product Design Engineer. You will be working mainly on their lighting products full-time in their offices and would particularly suit a designer who has an appreciation both lighting and interiors from a historical viewpoint.

Essential skills and knowledge:

• 3 to 5 years of professional experience, comfortable producing highly detailed drawings of components, assembly and explosion based on original products
• Good proficiency with SolidWorks
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment managing time-sensitive projects for both new collection launches and custom projects
• Good understanding of manufacturing processes, different materials and installation techniques within the lighting world
• Knowledge of 3D printing and 3D scanning processes
• Well-developed communication skills with a hands-on and problem-solving attitude

In return:

Salary on offer is £36k to £38k plus bonus, 25 days of Holiday (plus Bank Holidays) and pension. They offer real chances for career progression and growth. To find out more and apply please send in your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com or call us on 01920 486125.

Our client creates unique sculptural lighting, furniture and artworks for world-renowned interior designers, collectors and private clients. They now seek a Senior Design Estimator to join their team, ensuring exceptional quality, profitability and strong supplier relationships.

Reporting to the Design & Estimating Manager, the Senior Design Estimator will be:

• Researching and selecting best practice processes, materials, and suppliers
• Preparing accurate quotations and RRPs for the Sales team
• Collaborating with procurement, design, and production to deliver projects smoothly
• Overseeing BOM accuracy, margins, and cost reviews
• Supporting new product implementation and continuous improvement initiatives

About You:

• Strong experience in estimating, costing, and design within manufacturing (ideally interiors / luxury sector)
• In-depth knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials, and costs
• Skilled in ERP / estimating software and Microsoft Office
• Analytical, detail-focused, and commercially aware
• Excellent communicator with strong stakeholder management skills
• Ability to read CAD / technical drawings (advantage)

What’s on Offer for the Senior Design Estimator:

• £37k - £40k salary
• 28 days' holiday (incl. bank holidays) + birthday off + bonus day after 1 year
• Pension & company sick pay
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Training & development opportunities
• Regular socials, fresh fruit & snacks

If you’re an experienced estimator with a passion for high-end design and manufacturing, we’d love to hear from you. This will be an on-site role.

To find out more and apply please send in your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com or call us on 01920 486125.

Join a specialist joinery manufacturer delivering high-end bespoke solutions for amazing commercial projects across London. Our client is recruiting for a talented Design Project Manager to take the lead through the entire design phase - from client brief to production handover.

You will be turning creative visions into precise technical drawings, managing the design process using SolidWorks, and ensuring every detail is ready for flawless manufacturing and installation.

As the Bespoke Joinery Design Project Manager you will:

• Lead bespoke joinery projects from concept to production.
• Translate client ideas into detailed technical drawings in SolidWorks.
• Collaborate with designers, production teams and contractors.
• Conduct site surveys and plan for smooth installations.
• Oversee materials, finishes and project timelines.
• Keep clients informed and approvals on track.

As the Bespoke Joinery Design Project Manager you will bring:

• 5+ years’ SolidWorks experience in joinery, fit-out or manufacturing.
• Strong technical knowledge of bespoke joinery methods.
• Proven project management skills with a client-focused approach.
• Excellent organisation, communication and problem-solving abilities.

What’s on offer:

• £35-45k salary + incentive scheme
• 31 days' holiday (incl. bank holidays)
• Pension & professional development support
• Hybrid working (1-2 days remote)
• Collaborative, supportive team culture

To find out more and apply please send in your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com or call us on 01920 486125.

Join a company where tradition meets innovation.

Our client has been at the forefront of heating and cooking innovation for over 150 years and has built its reputation on technical excellence, craftsmanship and products that stand the test of time. With all manufacturing carried out in-house, they are proud of their heritage and even prouder of their vision for the future.

Based just North of Manchester and with exciting new product lines in the pipeline, the company is now seeking a Product Designer to join its product development team. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in product development, learn from experienced engineers, and be part of a company that values innovation, quality, and long-term thinking.

About the Role:

Reporting to the Product Design & Development Engineer, you’ll be involved in every stage of new product development, including:

• Market research and competitor benchmarking
• Liaising with suppliers to source new components
• Supporting prototype manufacture and assembly
• Testing and refining prototypes for production
• Providing input and support throughout the product lifecycle

Initially, you’ll assist with ongoing projects, but as your experience grows, so too will your opportunities - including the chance to take the lead on new product design from concept to completion.

Skills and Experience sought from the Product Designer:

• 1-3 years’ experience (including work placements)
• Background in product design within a manufacturing environment
• Hands-on experience with metal fabrication and prototyping is a bonus
• Proficient in CAD - SolidWorks preferred

In return:

The salary on offer is within the range of £28k to £35k plus company pension. To find out more and apply please send in your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com or call us on 01920 486125.

Step into a role where creativity meets quality. This major fashion, furniture, and homeware retailer is celebrated for trend-led, beautifully crafted products - and now, they’re on the lookout for a talented Nightwear Designer to join their fast-paced Womenswear Non-Clothing team on a 12-month fixed term contract.
In this role, you’ll be at the forefront of creating inspiring, trend-led designs that their customers will fall in love with. Drawing influence from travel, research and market insight, you’ll work across multiple fabrications to produce elevated, commercially aware collections. Your days will be filled with concept development, supplier briefings, market research and close collaboration with their expert Buyers, Merchandisers and Product Technologists.

The Nightwear Designer will need to show that they:

• Have proven expertise in nightwear design
• Can combine exceptional taste with strong technical skills
• Are able to present ideas with clarity and confidence
• Are fluent users of the Adobe Creative Suite
• Have a keen awareness of trends, brands, and innovation

In return, they can offer you:

• Competitive salary of between £45k and £71k plus profit-related bonus
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Private medical insurance, life assurance & group income protection
• Pension scheme & Sharesave options
• 25% staff discount on most products

To find out more and apply please send in your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com or call us on 01920 486125.

Our client is a globally respected designer and manufacturer of innovative furniture solutions for high-tech and office environments. With origins in the trading, command and control room sectors, they have evolved into a recognised supplier of stylish and functional workstations for modern offices - and they’re looking for a talented Product Designer to join their team.

In this role, you’ll work closely with the Sales, Project Management and Installation teams, taking projects from initial brief right through to on-site installation. You’ll be part of a collaborative, skilled Design Team, producing all necessary design and technical documentation, and supporting Project Managers to ensure smooth project delivery. This is an on-site based role.

Responsibilities will include:

• Liaising with clients, suppliers, and colleagues to ensure project success
• Producing high-quality designs using SolidWorks and AutoCAD
• Working methodically to manage project workflows and deadlines
• Carrying out quality control checks and attending snagging meetings

Skills and Experience expected from the Product Designer:

• 3 - 5 years’ experience as a Product Designer
• Organised, methodical, and detail-oriented approach to projects
• Knowledge (and ideally experience) of creating BoM drawings
• Proficiency in SolidWorks and AutoCAD (Keyshot or other rendering software is a plus)

In return they offer:

• Salary: £34,000 - £38,000 (depending on experience)
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Pension and 23 days' holiday (rising to 25 after 5 years) plus bank holidays
• Free on-site parking

To find out more and apply please send in your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com or call us on 01920 486125.

Our client - one of the UK’s most renowned retailers across fashion, furniture and homeware - is looking for a Design Manager to head up their Childrenswear Design Department on a 12-month maternity cover contract. With thousands of products sold every hour, and a reputation for both innovation and quality, this is the kind of place where a design career can truly take off.

You’ll be stepping into a business that values design at its core - one where you’ll lead, shape and inspire a highly talented team in a category that’s fast-growing and full of potential.

Your main remit will include:

• Leading Vision & Trend Direction - You'll define and direct the creative strategy, identifying trends and setting the tone for upcoming ranges across multi-product Childrenswear lines.
• Inspiring Team Leadership - From recruitment to day-to-day development, you'll manage and motivate a team of Designers and Assistants.
• Driving Innovation & Growth - With a strong commercial eye and passion for product, you’ll ensure the range continues to evolve in line with market demands and customer expectations.
• Collaborating Across the Business - Build strong partnerships with Product, Merchandising and Buying teams to deliver ranges that are trend-led, quality-focused, and always ahead of the curve.
• Travelling for Inspiration - Global trade shows, factory visits and inspiration trips will play a key part in your creative and strategic input - expect to travel at least 6 times per year.

Skills and Experience expected from the Design Manager:

• Proven experience leading design teams, ideally within Childrenswear or a similar fashion category.
• A strong understanding of trend forecasting and translating that into commercially successful product.
• Outstanding communication skills - persuasive, articulate and collaborative across all levels.
• An ability to inspire, mentor, and bring out the best in creative individuals.
• Passion, pace, and a proactive mindset - someone who thrives in a dynamic, ever-evolving retail environment.

And in return the befits will include:

• £86,000 - £90,000 salary + profit-related bonus.
• 25 days' holiday (plus option to buy more).
• Pension scheme contributions.
• Private medical insurance + life assurance + income protection.
• Sharesave scheme.
• 25% staff discount across a wide range of products.

To find out more and apply please send in your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com or call us on 01920 486125.

Our client, a specialist in luxury bespoke joinery for luxury residential interiors, is seeking a skilled CAD Technician to join their talented team of designers and cabinet makers in rural Somerset.

In this role, you’ll be responsible for producing precise 2D technical drawings using AutoCAD, supporting projects from concept to completion. You will be collaborating closely with designers, architects and project managers, ensuring the highest standards of craftsmanship and technical accuracy. They would be open to hybrid working and can offer access to 3D modelling using Fusion 360 and/or Inventor should that be of interest.

Key Responsibilities are to:

• Create and revise 2D CAD drawings
• Interpret design specifications and translate them into technical plans
• Collaborate with design, production, and site teams
• Maintain drawing documentation and CAD files
• Support site surveys and technical data collection

Skills and Experience expected from the CAD Technician:

• Proven experience as a CAD Technician or Draftsperson
• Proficiency in 2D AutoCAD
• Strong understanding of construction / manufacturing principles
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Excel, Word)

Desirable:

• 3D modelling experience
• CNC programming and cutting list knowledge
• Practical workshop experience

This is a great opportunity to join a respected, close-knit team working on exceptional residential projects. The company welcomes applicants at various experience levels and offers a competitive salary of between £30k-£40k, depending on experience. 

To find out more and apply please send in your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com or call us on 01920 486125.

Our client designs imaginative hospitality environments for major brands and chains and are currently developing the team to allow for business expansion. This has resulted in the creation of two Lead Interior Designer opportunities. These roles will be working across all brands and clients supporting the Design Managers on day-to-day tasks and projects.

The roles will be a hybrid working, 3 days at home and 2 days in the office, working as part of a team and also independently. Your main projects will be brand roll-out programmes within the retail and hospitality sectors, in particular food & beverage.

This would suit candidates who show good attention to detail, are decisive and self-motivated with strong interpersonal skills and open minded to change.

Responsibilities will include:

• Briefing designers and technical team on projects
• Checking drawings to ensure in line with the project brief, brand standards & company standards
• Actioning change of instructions and best practice notices
• Liaising with specialist joinery and M&E consultants, main and signage contractors on a project basis
• Assisting the Design Manager on detailed submissions required by landlords / airports on projects when needed
• Identifying design changes required on drawings and advising the Design Manager on workload programming
• Attending concession store site visits and carry out surveys, when required

Experience and Skills sought from the Lead Interior Designer:

• 4+ years’ experience to include hospitality projects
• Proficiency in AutoCAD
• Able to manage multiple projects on brand rollouts
• Experience in managing clients and projects
• Good communication and presentation skills 

In return:

• Salary of £40k to £45k
• Pension - employer pays 3%, employee pays 4%
• Perkbox membership
• 20 days holiday plus Christmas shutdown and Bank Holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Office can be reached by public transport

To find out more and apply please send in your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com or call us on 01920 486125.

Our client is a British company specializing in the design and manufacturing of high-quality wallpapers and fabrics and known for its unique and artistic designs that often draw inspiration from historical patterns and natural elements.

Working from its base in Gloucestershire, where it has a showroom and a manufacturing facility, the company emphasizes the use of traditional printing techniques along with AVA CAD/CAM to produce their wallpapers and fabrics. They operate vertically ensuring control from initial contact through to final print.

Looking ahead and their plans for growth, they have identified the need to bring in a Deputy Design Director. As the right hand to the Creative Director, you will play a key role in managing projects and collections, keeping up the momentum and introducing a more organised and seamless design process. You will be ensuring that design output meets the highest standards of creativity, innovation, and usability. As this is a newly created role it will evolve around the successful candidate’s skillset.

Other responsibilities include to:

• Working with the Creative Director on the development of fabric and wallpaper designs
• Keeping the flow of design development running throughout the year
• Working with their experienced technician in AVA print software
• Devising colourways in the company palette
• Organising and overseeing eventual production

Skills and Experience expected from the Deputy Design Director:

• Experience from the textile marketplace on design and digital print production
• Knowledge of printing techniques and ideally AVA CAD/CAM
• Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to creative excellence and innovation

In return they are offering a salary of c£60k and are open to discussing a benefits package on top. To find out more and apply please send in your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com or call us on 01920 486125.