Product Design Jobs & Careers

Our client is a leading designer and manufacturer of high-quality lighting and furnishing products, supplying the interior design and specification market. Renowned for beautifully designed and expertly made products, they are now looking for a Junior Product Design Engineer to join their Design & Technical team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate or early-career design engineer to develop their technical and product development skills within a creative and collaborative environment.

The Role:
Working alongside experienced designers and engineers, you will support the development of new and existing products, producing accurate CAD data, manufacturing drawings and technical documentation.

Key responsibilities include:

• Producing 3D models and 2D manufacturing drawings using SolidWorks or similar CAD software
• Creating BOMs, technical specifications and product documentation
• Supporting prototyping, sample inspection, testing and 3D printing
• Liaising with Production, Quality and Procurement teams to resolve technical queries
• Contributing to design reviews and product development projects
• Maintaining accurate CAD, PDM and technical documentation

As a Graduate or Junior Product Design Engineer with up to two years' experience, you will have:

• A degree or HND in Product Design, Design Engineering or a related discipline
• Good knowledge of 3D CAD and technical drawing, ideally SolidWorks
• An understanding of materials, manufacturing processes and Design for Manufacture
• Good practical problem-solving skills and a commercially aware approach
• The ability to manage multiple projects and work to tight deadlines
• Excellent communication skills and enthusiasm to develop your career

What's on Offer?

• £28,000 - £30,000
• 25 days' holiday plus Bank Holidays
• 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 an award-winning atelier specialising in the design and manufacture of sculptural lighting and furniture. Combining traditional craftsmanship with innovative design, they create bespoke pieces and limited-edition collections for interior designers, private clients and collectors worldwide.

They are now looking for a talented CAD Designer to join their close-knit team and play a key role in transforming creative concepts into beautifully crafted products.

The Role:

Working closely with the design and fabrication teams, you will produce accurate technical drawings for both bespoke commissions and the company's established collections. You'll ensure designs are translated seamlessly into manufacture, helping deliver an outstanding experience for clients from concept through to installation. This is a collaborative, hands-on role requiring regular interaction with the workshop, fabricators and other departments.

Key Responsibilities are to:

• Produce detailed manufacturing and presentation drawings using AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor.
• Develop bespoke designs from client briefs, sketches and concepts.
• Interpret architectural drawings and prepare production-ready documentation.
• Produce clear installation and aftercare documentation for clients.
• Liaise with fabricators to ensure designs are fully understood and accurately manufactured.

Skills & Experience Required:

• Experience designing lighting, furniture or bespoke metal products.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes.
• Proficient in Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD and the Adobe CS.
• Experience of using Rhino would be a bonus.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Analytical with strong problem-solving ability and attention to detail.
• Positive, proactive and able to work collaboratively across multiple departments.

Benefits:

• 31 days' holiday including Bank Holidays.
• Birthday day off and additional holiday after one year's service.
• Pension scheme.
• Subsidised gym membership.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Regular social events and ongoing training and professional development.

Further details regarding the company and remuneration package will be discussed in confidence with the Recruiter before any interview is arranged. To find out more and apply please send in your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com or call us on 01920 486125.

This role is now on hold until September.

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.

The Studio Design Director is a senior, hands-on creative role responsible for leading the design and development of wallpaper and fabric collections from concept through to production. Working closely with the Creative Director, the role combines creative vision with strong technical expertise in pattern design, colour, scale, repeats, substrates and digital printing.

The position involves creating original designs, developing freelance contributions, overseeing the studio design process, and ensuring all work remains true to the brand’s distinctive aesthetic and heritage. The role also includes supporting and guiding the design team, particularly the Design Development Manager, while helping shape the future structure and growth of the studio.

As the company enters a period of evolution and growth, the successful candidate will need to balance innovation with sensitivity to the brand’s history, values and identity. They should be an experienced senior designer with strong leadership skills, excellent organisation, technical confidence, and a collaborative, thoughtful approach to working across teams and with external partners.

The ideal person will have a genuine passion for pattern, materials, and craftsmanship, alongside the ability to combine creativity with practical problem-solving and calm, considered leadership.

In return they are offering a negotiable salary which can be discussed with recruiter before proceeding. To find out more and apply please send in your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com or call us on 01920 486125.

Working with office furniture resellers, architects and design consultants, this company creates innovative, sustainable solutions for modern workspaces. As demand grows for their beautifully upholstered products - from pods to sofas - they’re expanding their talented product development team.

As an Upholstery Product Developer, you’ll bring creative ideas to life - turning concepts into high-quality, commercially viable products. Collaborating with international design studios and working hands-on in the workshop, you’ll play a key role in every stage of development, from prototype to production.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and refine prototypes, testing comfort, ergonomics, and durability.
• Source, test, and evaluate upholstery materials, foams, and finishes that meet design and sustainability goals.
• Carry out upholstery work in the workshop when needed.
• Liaise with suppliers, manufacturers, and internal teams to ensure projects run smoothly from sampling through to production.
• Continuously improve existing product ranges and explore new opportunities for innovation.

About You

• Proven experience in upholstery and pattern cutting.
• Strong knowledge of upholstery construction, foams, textiles and frames.
• Practical problem-solver with a hands-on, can-do attitude.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Technical drawing or CAD skills (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar) desirable.

What’s on Offer

• Salary between £30,000 - £32,000, with room to grow.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Company pension contribution.
• The opportunity to collaborate with international design studios on innovative, sustainable furniture projects.

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

If you’re passionate about great design, craftsmanship, and sustainability - and want to be part of a growing, creative team - we’d love to hear from you.