Filled design jobs

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.

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.

Are you a passionate CAD Technician or Product Designer with an eye for craftsmanship and a love for beautifully made furniture? This is an opportunity to join a design-led British brand with an uncompromising commitment to quality, sustainability, and innovation.

Our client is a celebrated name in British manufacturing, renowned for creating exceptional furniture, lighting, fabrics and wallpapers. Working in collaboration with some of the UK’s finest craftspeople, they produce enduring pieces made from responsibly sourced, high-quality materials.

About the Role:
As part of the growing Bespoke Design team, you’ll work from initial brief and quotation through to 3D modelling and technical drawings. You’ll guide projects from concept to manufacture using SolidWorks and close collaboration with the in-house workshops.

You’ll also contribute to improving existing furniture and lighting product lines and support in developing new designs for twice-yearly launches - an exciting opportunity to influence the future of British-made design.

Skills and Experience needed from the CAD Technician / Product Designer:

• Minimum 1 year of professional experience on furniture and/or lighting products
• Proficient in SolidWorks, including 3D sketches, weldments and surface modelling
• Familiarity with Adobe InDesign and Acrobat Pro
• Solid understanding of furniture and/or lighting construction, materials, and manufacturing methods
• Excellent time-management, attention to detail and appreciation for fine craftsmanship

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary of £27,000 - £30,000
• 22 days' holiday + bank holidays + your birthday off + 3 extra days at Christmas
• Pension and healthcare
• Cycle to work and car benefit schemes

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 major retailer of fashion, furniture and homeware who are renowned for trend led, quality products.

They are currently seeking a Handbag Designer for a 12-month Maternity Cover who will be part of the Womenswear Non-Clothing team. They are always looking to push the boundaries of design within this category and across multi-fabrications and you will be working alongside the Buyers, Merchandisers and Product Technologists closely with a keen eye for pricing and elevated design. Experience within bag design is a must for this position.

Creative and approachable with clear presentation skills, you will drive the design within the bags area keeping on top of advanced trends, using your knowledge of brands within this category and looking to push the design direction for the company.

You will be situated within their amazing Design Studio, over-looking the lake in the central part of their Head Office Campus with free parking on-site, including car sharing and a free company bus service to and from Leicester city centre and other areas. They are also open to discussing hybrid working.

Other skills and Experience needed for the Handbag Designer:

• Already working at an excellent level with the Adobe Suite
• Excellent taste level and understanding of the technical aspects within the bag design area
• Experience of pattern making and prototyping
• Knowledge of a variety of materials and manufacturing processes
• Concept development and mood boarding
• Fully aware of fashion cycles, premium aesthetics and merchandising
• Good problem-solving ability

In return there are some amazing benefits on offer:

• Salary of between £45k and £70k plus profit-related bonus
• 25 days' holiday and the opportunity to buy more
• Contributions into a pension scheme
• On-site nursery (salary sacrifice scheme) plus a fantastic restaurant, coffees shops and juice bar
• Staff shop with 25% staff discount on most of their products - either in store or delivered directly to your desk
• A digital GP healthcare service

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

Our client specialises in the design, development and manufacture of very high-quality lighting and furnishing products and are looking for a Product Designer to join their London design team.

The successful applicant will be working as part of the design team, assisting with the design and development of the company’s new product ranges as well as the maintenance of their extensive back catalogue of products. This will include producing concept renders, reverse engineering and product design, and the generation of technical drawings for manufacture. You will also be required to solve engineering problems should they arise and comfortably manage your own time and workload in a fast-paced design environment.

This is a great opportunity to be a part of a creative working environment, in a role that would offer an individual the chance to develop their own skills in the high-end interior industry. They are open to applications from both junior and midweight designers.

Skills and Experience needed from the Product Designer:

• Educated in a relevant degree discipline (Product Design, Design Engineering)
• Proficient with SolidWorks, Illustrator, Photoshop and Microsoft Office
• The ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and suppliers when necessary
• Experience of design for manufacture and understanding of engineering concepts and materials
• A keen eye for quality and design with great attention to detail

In return the salary on offer is up to £35k plus Pension and 25 days Holiday + Bank Holidays. They can also offer a working week of 4 days in the office and 1 at home. To find out more and apply please send in your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com or call us on 01920 486125.

• Scenic and paint knowledge, carpentry and construction skills would be useful
• Good time keeping and communication skills, and be able to work with an adaptable, flexible and accommodating attitude
• Proactive with an enthusiastic, self-motivated and positive disposition and must be able to work well as part of a team
• Strong organisational skills along with the ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines
• IT competent, ideally able to use AutoCAD
• Knowledge of CNC and Laser cutting would be useful
• Driving licence

To find out more and apply please send in your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com or call us on 01920486125.

Applications have now closed for this vacancy.

Bathroom Studio Design are currently looking for an enthusiastic and creative individual to join their friendly team for the position of Bathroom Designer.

This is a unique and exciting opportunity to be part of “the leading edge business” within the industry, rewriting excellence of design, delivery and service in high end luxury solutions. It is an opportunity for someone who wants a long-term future career and a chance to develop within their business group.

About us:

Bathroom Studio Design was established specifically to rewrite the delivery of luxury bathroom and wet-room solutions, operating the highest quality Design Centre and incorporating the latest technology to the mid-higher demographic consumer market. We provide an exclusive range of leading-edge products from specialist manufacturers in Europe, including Villeroy & Boch, of whom we are premier distributors.

Description and typical responsibilities for the Bathroom Designer:

This role is ideal for an individual looking to bring a passion for design to creating CAD bathroom designs alongside general administrative support. You will be front-of-house, dealing with clients and suppliers on a regular basis and taking customer enquiries, therefore excellent communication skills and an outgoing bubbly personality are essential. We will need you to be able to work Saturdays with a day off in lieu during the week.

Skills Required:

• Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or Virtual Worlds 3D interior design software is desirable, but not essential
• Good experience of all Microsoft Office packages
• Excellent administrative skills with accuracy and attention to detail
• Well spoken, smart and professional appearance
• Good all-rounder, hands-on person able to work on your own initiative
• Driving Licence required

If you are a skilled Bathroom Designer with the ability to create technically precise, luxurious bathroom designs, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! Please email your applications to joanne@bathroomstudio.co.uk (quoting ref CID-V04237). To find more out about us please visit our website at www.bathroomstudio.co.uk.

• Private healthcare
• Wellness programmes
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme

To find out more and apply please send in your CV to us at recruit@careersindesign.com.

With a strong commitment to environmental responsibility and innovation, our client provides advanced solutions globally for managing surface water, ensuring efficient and safe water flow in various applications. 

As a Product Design Engineer in the R&D team, you will be managing your own projects to design innovative, high-performance cutting-edge water management products. You’ll work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, turning concepts into functional products through creativity, technical knowledge and rigorous testing. You will be working on their core product range either redesigning existing products or developing new fresh ideas and concepts for new products. 

They continually invest in their employees and welcome a culture of inclusivity where you work in an environment where unique perspectives are not only acknowledged but celebrated, fostering a sense of belonging and recognition.

Skills and Experience needed from the Product Design Engineer:

• Product Design Degree or equivalent
• Ideally at least 4 years of product design, ideally within the construction sector
• Experience using a range of materials such as concrete, plastics, steel fabrication and iron castings
• 3D design experience is essential with SolidWorks strongly preferred
• Strong communication, presentation and problem-solving skills

Salary and Benefits on offer:

• All salaries can be discussed with the recruiter before deciding whether you wish to proceed
• Working hours - 34.5 per week (+ 1 hour unpaid lunch).  9am - 5pm Monday - Thursday, 9am - 4.30pm Friday. There is flexibility on start / finish time with this role
• 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays. Increases to 28 days with length of service
• Flexible hybrid working option
• Private Healthcare and Life Assurance schemes
• Company Contributary Pension
• Free parking with free electric car charging stations

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

With a strong commitment to environmental responsibility and innovation, our client provides advanced solutions globally for managing surface water, ensuring efficient and safe water flow in various applications.

As a Product Design Engineer in the R&D team, you will be managing your own projects to design innovative, high-performance cutting-edge water management products. You’ll work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, turning concepts into functional products through creativity, technical knowledge and rigorous testing. You will be working on their core product range either redesigning existing products or developing new fresh ideas and concepts for new products.

They continually invest in their employees and welcome a culture of inclusivity where you work in an environment where unique perspectives are not only acknowledged but celebrated, fostering a sense of belonging and recognition.

Skills and Experience needed from the Product Design Engineer:

• Product Design Degree
• At least 4 years of product design, ideally within the construction sector
• Experience using a range of materials such as concrete, plastics, steel fabrication and iron castings
• 3D design experience is essential with SolidWorks strongly preferred
• Strong communication, presentation and problem-solving skills

Salary and Benefits on offer:

• The salaries on offer can be discussed with the recruiter before deciding whether you wish to proceed
• Working hours - 34.5 per week (+ 1 hour unpaid lunch). 9am - 5pm Monday - Thursday, 9am - 4.30pm Friday. There is flexibility on start / finish time with this role
• 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays. Increases to 28 days with length of service
• Flexible hybrid working option
• Private Healthcare scheme and Life Assurance
• Company Contributary Pension
• Free parking with free electric car charging stations

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