Filled design jobs

Client Advert

A fantastic opportunity has arisen to join a growing design studio and support one of our major blue chip clients working on some high profile projects for one of the UK’s leading brands.

The ideal candidate will be qualified, self-motivated, proactive and ambitious with a proven track record in the commercial interior design arena. You will have previous experience of residential / office / healthcare / hospitality / leisure design and will be proficient in using AutoCAD and 3D rendering packages as well as the MS Office suite.

The right candidate should be commercially astute with extensive product and supply knowledge. You must also have experience in leading and managing multiple middle-sized to large design projects simultaneously from writing the proposal to pitching for projects and producing design concepts, space plans, budget proposals and product specifications through to project installation and completion.

This role is primarily office based at our headquarters but travel to / from clients throughout the UK is essential so access to a vehicle on a regular basis for business use is imperative.

Client Advert

Our client is one if the UK's leading furniture import companies, specialising in high quality furniture for the middle market supplying containers of furniture direct from China to a variety of UK retailers. 

A new role has arisen for a Furniture Designer / Buyer reporting to the Owner MD and key responsibilities will include:

• Understanding market and retailer trends and creating new designs that reflect the needs of the retailer and consumer.
• Modifying existing ranges / value engineering products to ensure a competitive edge in the market.

The position is based in the Rugby Office however the successful candidate must be prepared to travel to Europe and the Far East on a regular basis.

Experience of furniture design covering wood, metal and fabric is essential as is understanding and interpreting the needs of the consumer and retailer and putting those into practical and commercial furniture solutions. Working closely with factories (currently in China) the individual must have a clear understanding of bills of materials to include labour and parts.

The designer will naturally be up to date with trends, designs and styles of the furniture market. Experience of Autodesk Inventor, Autodesk vault or a comparable 3D modelling software as well as Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint and Word will also be required. The person should be comfortable and able to communicate and present ideas and proposals internally and externally to independent and major retailers.

Our client is a "one stop shop" for all the furniture, fittings & equipment requirements for student accommodation and educational projects. They are a project engineering based company that have evolved from a furniture consultancy, design and life cycle background. Based in West Yorkshire they are seeking an FF&E Designer to design and plan the layouts, specify and procure all FF&E elements. There might also be some design involved for fitted and loose furniture.

With 2+ years’ experience of space planning using AutoCAD, Solidworks for the creation of 3D models and furniture design, would be useful but not essential. Organised and able to handle suppliers and arrange orders, experience of working in a similar environment or with contractors would be a bonus.

Please contact Anetta on 01920 486125 for further details, or simply forward your application and CV / portfolio to recruit@careersindesign.com.

This award winning kitchen design and manufacturing company has a showroom in West London and a workshop and another showroom in South West London. They are currently seeking an experienced CAD technician who can produce 2D and 3D layout and visuals. This role plays a vital part in their company working with their kitchen designers to gain the client’s order. This role will be based at the Showroom in SW London.

You will need at least 2 years’ UK experience working as a CAD technician on joinery / cabinetry / fitted kitchens and have excellent communication- verbal and written. Able to work as part of a team and on your own you will need to be fluent in AutoCAD with knowledge of VirtualWorlds a bonus.

Please contact Pippa on 01920 486125 for further details, apply below or simply forward your application and CV / portfolio to recruit@careersindesign.com.

This well established and growing interior design and flooring business have an experienced team of highly creative design professionals dedicated to creating impactful designs. They have invested in a soft furnishing production facility and can design and print bespoke wallpaper and produce high quality custom wall art thanks to their in house artists. They also design and commission bespoke furniture for their clients. They are currently searching for an ambitious sales professional with experience in the residential development market ideally with an established network of contacts with developers.

With great communication skills and the ability to liaise with people at all levels you should have the ability to form a sales strategy to attract new customers and carry out cold calling. The role would involve travelling to clients and a driving licence is therefore essential.

Please contact Pippa on 01920 486125 for further details, apply below or simply forward your application and CV / portfolio to recruit@careersindesign.com.

This award winning kitchen design and manufacturing company has a showroom in West London and a workshop and another showroom in South West London. They are currently seeking an experienced CAD technician who can produce detailed workshop drawings. This role plays a vital part in their company working with both their kitchen designers and their cabinet makers. Although this role will be based at the workshop, you should be happy to travel to the showrooms from time to time so will need a driving licence. The main duties are to convert completed kitchen designs into detailed workshop drawings, providing panel by panel information for ordering and manufacturing purposes, prepare Samples for the Designers client approval meeting and look for new opportunities to improve processes.

You should have at least 2 years’ UK experience working as a CAD technician in a joinery workshop, be fluent in English and able to work as part of a team and on your own. An ability to see any problems and advise of suitable changes/options will be invaluable.

Please contact Pippa on 01920 486125 for further details, apply below or simply forward your application and CV / portfolio to recruit@careersindesign.com.

This leading contract furniture manufacturer delivers bespoke solutions to architects, developers, specifiers and interior designers. Their solutions for bedrooms and bathrooms are all backed by a highly experienced design and installation team and their Italian inspired designs and state-of-the art manufacturing facilities have earned the company an enviable reputation for quality and exclusivity. They are currently seeking an experienced CAD Technician to help with the increased work load.

All candidates should be able to produce accurate technical drawings for the production of bespoke furniture, be self-motivated, organised and a clear thinker. You will need at least 5 years’ relevant experience and be fluent in AutoCAD. An understanding of furniture construction would be an advantage as would knowledge of 3D programs, but not essential.

Please contact Anetta on 01920 486125 for further details, apply below or simply forward your application and CV / portfolio to recruit@careersindesign.com. 

This company has great expertise in delivering a total solution for the retail sector from design, manufacturing and supply chain services to fit-out, installation and store opening. They work in partnership with many of the biggest retailers in the UK and Ireland, taking a creative, problem-solving approach to delivering tailored programmes to achieve their objectives. They are now seeking a Technical Design Manager to manage a team of technical engineers. Alongside the man-management aspects the role will include managing resources and scheduling, ensuring innovate, accurate designs are produced, provide progress updates, forward planning reports and travel to Europe and ASIA for supplier and client facing.

With an engineering / product design degree you should have strong experience (minimum of 7 years) in the design of fixturing display equipment or similar products using value engineering in metal, wood, plastics and print. You will need to demonstrate the ability to lead and motivate a team of design engineers, with clear communication skills and be an organised, process driven Individual who can anticipate potential issues and recommend appropriate corrective action.

Please contact Pippa on 01920 486125 for further details, apply below or simply forward your application and CV / portfolio to recruit@careersindesign.com.

Our client specialises in the design of investment properties, showhomes and private residential projects. They have a comprehensive range of interior design services and can create and manage any project from designing or supplying a single item of furniture to undertaking a complete refurbishment. One of their designers is going on maternity leave at the end of February so they are looking for a designer experienced in showhomes and private clients for a years’ contract.

Applicants will need at least 3 years design experience to include both showhomes and private residential, have excellent communication and client facing skills and be extremely organised. IT literate, you should be competent in Powerpoint and CAD.

Please contact Anetta on 01920 486125 for further details, or simply forward your application and CV / portfolio to recruit@careersindesign.com. 

This pioneering Art Gallery based in London, offers modern and contemporary art and furniture and also hold exhibitions of both leading and new artists work. They are currently seeking an experienced person with technical knowledge of furniture construction and production methods to join their Production team as a Project Co-ordinator. The role will involve overseeing and managing the production of high quality bespoke furniture and interior products including developing briefs from clients, sourcing and liaising with suppliers, producing technical drawings and planning work schedules.

Candidates should be well organized, able to manage multiple projects and have a wide knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes. You will need excellent 2D and 3D CAD skills with an eye for proportion, detail and design. In addition to practical skills you will need to be able to liaise with and source manufacturers and co-ordinate transport and logistical issues.

Please contact Anetta on 01920 486125 for further details, apply below or simply forward your application and CV / portfolio to recruit@careersindesign.com.