Product Design Jobs & Careers

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 - a bespoke metal fabrication workshop with a sister atelier - creates exceptional products across residential, commercial and the marine sectors, including custom furniture, sculptural lighting, and architectural features.

They are seeking a Production and Quality Engineer to support their Hampshire workshop with regular visits to their London site. This is a hands-on, varied role ideal for someone passionate about craftsmanship, quality and continuous improvement. You'll also be instrumental in maintaining their Quality Management Systems (QMS), improving production efficiency and embedding best practice.

Key Responsibilities are to:

• Support and develop Quality Management Systems (QMS)
• Write and maintain SOPs and work instructions
• Manage Non-Conformance Reports (NCR's) and Corrective and Preventative Actions (CAPA's)
• Conduct inspections and drive lean continuous improvement initiatives
• Work closely with craftspeople to champion quality and efficiency

What You’ll Need:

• Experience in a fabrication or manufacturing environment as an engineer
• Strong QMS knowledge with ISO 9001 familiarity a plus
• Confidence in managing quality documentation and processes
• A proactive, solutions-driven mindset
• Happy and capable of carrying out quality inspections

This is a unique opportunity to shape quality and production standards in a company where artistry meets engineering excellence and in return they are offering a starting salary of between £35k and £40k pa

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.

This long-established UK manufacturer of cast iron stoves and range cookers 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 Junior Design Engineer to join its growing 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 - 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 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, they are currently recruiting for a Product Design Engineer. You will be working mainly on their lighting products full-time in their offices as part of a small design team. This will particularly suit a designer who has an appreciation of lamps and lanterns from the 17th to 19th centuries and also with interior design.

Essential skills, knowledge, and responsibilities:

• At least 3 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.
• Knowledge of Blender for rendering and freehand sketching skills an advantage.

In return:

Salary on offer is between £35k to £38k with 25 days of Holiday (plus Bank Holidays), discretionary bonus scheme and pension. They hold regular events throughout the year and will also sponsor further courses where needed including advanced SolidWorks.

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.

Our client has over 80 years of expertise in bespoke metal fabrication working with leading architecture firms in the UK to provide high end bespoke Lift interior finishes for new landmark builds and refurbishments.

They are currently recruiting for a Designer to work closely with the fabrication team and it will be a combined design and project management role alongside meeting clients with the MD to discuss projects. They are looking for an individual who wants to progress to managing their own projects in the future.

Offices are in Kent, inside the M25 close to public transport and there will be regular London site visits and meetings as it is not a desk bound role.

Main Responsibilities of the Designer:

• Manage your own CAD and design workload
• Liaise with client and architect to develop existing relationships
• Attend and survey site liaising with install teams
• Execute project planning and management of labour
• Attend client meetings with the MD

Skills and Experience sought by the Designer:

• 3+ years of experience in architectural metalwork design, sheet metalwork or joinery design
• Proficient in AutoCAD and ideally Fusion 360
• Strong design sensibility and the ability to translate concept design into a buildable project
• Good telephone, communication and presentation skills
• A genuine interest in a career in project management

In return they offer:

• Salary £35k+
• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays (increasing over the first five years)
• Workplace pension scheme
• Car Parking but also 20 mins from London Bridge Station
• Kitchen with refreshments provided

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