Filled design jobs

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.

Well-known for creating finely detailed commercial furniture for the workplace, our client are currently seeking a Product Designer to work on a variety of prestigious and challenging projects as part of their internal design team. The role will require close communication with the client, design and production team so you will be working mainly in the office with the occasional need to travel for site surveys. 

The role is full-time with flexible start and end times offered and the possibility to work I day per week at home.

The successful applicant will be responsible for taking ownership of projects working on front end concept drawings and renders through to elevations, GA’s and production ready drawings for the workshop and  CNC machines. Also helping to refine value engineering and new solutions to the drawing and production process.

They are hoping to find someone with a balance between the creative and production / technical design. Less of a ‘Design Engineer’ behind the scenes with a leaning toward joinery, furniture and woodwork.

Skills and experience needed for the Product Designer:

• Ideally at least 3 years’ experience from the furniture manufacturing sector
• Strong drawing and technical detailing skills
• Good interpersonal and presentation skills
• SolidWorks is essential, AutoCAD and Adobe CS an advantage but not a necessity
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Salary will be in the region of £36k to £42k, depending on experience and ability plus a contributory pension, bonus scheme paid quarterly, standard holidays and cycle to work scheme. To find out more and apply please send in your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com or call us on 01920 486125.

Our client is one of the leading providers of bespoke furniture and architectural joinery. They specialise in designing, manufacturing, and installing high-quality bespoke interiors for both residential and commercial projects. Over the years they have built a reputation for exceptional craftsmanship, attention to detail and a customer-focused approach, working with high-net-worth clients and renowned interior designers, architects, and builders.

They are currently looking for an experienced Estimator to be responsible for accurately estimating the cost of projects, ensuring their designs and manufacturing processes meet budget expectations while maintaining the quality the company is known for. The successful candidate will be working closely with the designers and project managers to provide timely and precise costings for a range of bespoke furniture and architectural joinery projects.

Key Responsibilities include to:

• Prepare accurate and detailed cost estimates for bespoke furniture and joinery projects, including materials, labour, and overhead costs.
• Assist in the preparation of tender submissions for larger projects.
• Monitor project costs and ensure that they stay within budget. 
• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers and subcontractors to ensure competitive pricing.
• Stay up to date with the latest industry trends, products, and materials.
• Track and analyse actual costs against estimates to identify any variances and inform future estimation processes.
• Provide regular reports on project costings, budget progress and any issues that may affect profitability.

Skills and Experience needed for the role of Estimator:

• Proven experience as an Estimator within the building, furniture and joinery industries.
• Excellent understanding of cost breakdowns, material costs, labour estimates and project budgeting.
• Familiarity with estimating software and spreadsheets.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in cost calculations.
• Good communication skills with the ability to engage with both internal teams and external suppliers.
• Problem-solving ability and the capacity to find cost-effective solutions while maintaining quality standards.

This is a full-time position, Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5.30pm. They are open to the candidate working from their London or Cheshire locations with the possibility of a hybrid arrangement. In return they can offer:
£45,000 - £55,000 per year plus company pension and private medical and dental insurance. Company events and cycle to work scheme.

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. 

Product Design Engineers in the R&D team manage their own projects to design innovative, high-performance cutting-edge water management products. As a Graduate Designer you’ll work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, assisting in turning concepts into functional products through creativity, technical knowledge and rigorous testing. You will be working with the team 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 Graduate Product Design Engineer:

• Product Design Degree or equivalent
• Ideally a relevant work placement or project work gained during your studies
• Exposure to a range of materials such as concrete, plastics and steel fabrication 
• 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
• 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays. Increases to 28 days with length of service
• 9am - 5pm Monday - Thursday, 9am - 4.30pm Friday, 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.