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Lead Product Designer A growing consumer products company is seeking a Lead Product Designer to take ownership of a portfolio of products within its New Product Development function. This is a senior, hands-on role responsible for leading projects from early concept through to production launch, coordinating internal specialists and external manufacturing partners. You will act as the technical and commercial lead for your product category, balancing design quality, cost, and delivery timelines. Key Responsibilities Own end-to-end delivery of multiple product development projects within a defined category Lead CAD development of complex assemblies from concept through to production release Build and test physical prototypes to validate mechanisms and concepts early Coordinate input from product designers, industrial designers, and pattern makers as required Manage product cost targets and development budgets Work directly with overseas manufacturing partners through sampling and production ramp-up Ensure products meet customer expectations, brand standards, and commercial objectives Requirements Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, Industrial Design, or similar 4+ years’ experience delivering complex consumer or physical products to market Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and supplier engagement Proficiency in CAD and visualisation tools (e.g. SolidWorks/Rhino, Keyshot, Adobe Suite) Confident communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders Comfortable leading projects without direct line management responsibility What’s Offered Competitive salary (£40k–£50k depending on experience) 25 days holiday + bank holidays Private healthcare and pension Staff discount Office-based role with some flexibility for hybrid working (Southampton area)

Industrial Designer - New Product Development A consumer products business in the outdoor and lifestyle sector is looking for an Industrial Designer to join its New Product Development team. This role focuses on elevating the visual design, user experience, and brand consistency of a broad product range, working closely with buying, engineering, and manufacturing partners. This is a fast-paced, delivery-focused position, balancing aesthetic ambition with commercial and manufacturing realities. Key Responsibilities Apply and maintain a consistent design language across a wide product portfolio Evaluate factory samples and define targeted design improvements to meet brand standards Produce high-quality visualisations, CMF specifications, and technical packs for suppliers Work closely with engineering and buying teams to ensure products are functional, durable, and commercially viable Balance project scope and timelines, deciding when “light touch” vs “full redesign” is required Oversee user experience and perceived quality across hardware, assembly, and use Design, build, and test mechanical prototypes where required Requirements Degree in Industrial Design or Product Design Strong portfolio demonstrating form, branding, and product detail Experience working in fast-paced product development environments Proficiency in CAD and visualisation tools (e.g. SolidWorks/Rhino, Keyshot, Adobe Suite) Good understanding of manufacturing processes and cost/lead-time trade-offs Strong communication skills for working with internal teams and overseas suppliers What’s Offered Competitive salary (£40k–£50k depending on experience) 25 days holiday + bank holidays Private healthcare and pension Staff discount Office-based role with some flexibility for hybrid working

Designer – Composites / Mechanical / Interior / Exterior Location: Southampton Permanent, Full Time Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 An established design and manufacturing team is seeking an experienced Designer to join their Design Office.

Product Designer - New Product Development A consumer products business operating in the outdoor and lifestyle sector is seeking a Product Designer to support the development of new products and accessories. You will join a growing New Product Development team and work closely with senior designers and engineering colleagues to take products from concept through to manufacture. This is a technically focused product design role, suited to someone who enjoys resolving mechanical detail, developing robust components, and ensuring designs are both functional and visually aligned with a premium brand. Key Responsibilities Develop detailed component-level designs and resolve mechanical mechanisms within larger assemblies Produce accurate 2D drawing packs, manage BOMs, and contribute to tolerance analysis Take ownership of smaller projects (e.g. accessories and product upgrades) from concept to production Create high-quality renders to support internal design reviews and approvals Review prototypes and factory samples, identifying issues and iterating designs accordingly Support manufacturing partners during handover, applying DFM principles Design, build, and test mechanical prototypes to validate concepts and mechanisms Requirements Degree in Product Design, Design Engineering, Industrial Design, or similar 3+ years’ experience developing consumer or physical products Strong CAD skills (e.g. SolidWorks, Rhino) and experience producing manufacturing drawings Good understanding of manufacturing processes and materials Detail-focused, with a practical, problem-solving mindset Able to communicate technical issues clearly within a multidisciplinary team What’s Offered Competitive salary (£30k–£45k depending on experience) 25 days holiday + bank holidays Private healthcare and pension Staff discount Office-based role with some flexibility for hybrid working (Southampton area)

Job Title: Industrial Designer - New Product Development Location: Southampton Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 Are you an experienced Industrial Designer looking to join a fantastic business as part of their growth strategy? Industrial Designer role overview: Based in Southampton, our client is looking for a talented Industrial Designer with a sharp eye for detail to join their New Product Development team. You’ll create distinctive, commercially compelling products that solve everyday user needs across multiple categories. Acting as the creative link between buying and manufacturing, you’ll elevate high-potential off-the-shelf products with a cohesive look, feel, and user experience. This is a fast-paced, high-impact role requiring a delivery-focused designer who can flex between light aesthetic refinement and full product redesign across a dynamic roadmap. What you’ll be doing: Apply and maintain a cohesive design language across a broad product range, spanning aesthetics, materials, and user experience. Review factory samples and define targeted refinements to elevate quality and visual appeal. Align design ambition with timelines and cost realities, protecting a premium feel while meeting delivery goals. Produce clear visualisations, CMF specifications, and technical packs to communicate updates to overseas partners. Partner closely with buying and engineering to ensure products are functional, durable, and commercially sound. Safeguard quality across every touchpoint, from tactile details to intuitive assembly. Design, build, and validate mechanical prototypes to test performance and usability. What you’ll bring: A portfolio demonstrating refined form development, brand alignment, and attention to detail. Experience in fast-paced environments, able to communicate ideas quickly and drive concepts through to launch. Degree in Industrial or Product Design, with a solid understanding of designing for manufacture. Confident using 2D and 3D tools (e.g., SolidWorks or Rhino, Keyshot, Adobe Creative Suite) to visualise and present design intent. Understands the cost and lead-time impact of design decisions; able to balance creativity with pragmatism. Able to influence internal teams and external manufacturing partners to maintain a consistent product aesthetic and quality standard. Additional benefits and information: 25 days holiday + bank holidays Bupa healthcare + dental plan available Discounts on products If you feel you have the skills and experience to match this role, we would love to hear from you

Lead Product Designer A growing consumer products company is seeking a Lead Product Designer to take ownership of a portfolio of products within its New Product Development function. This is a senior, hands-on role responsible for leading projects from early concept through to production launch, coordinating internal specialists and external manufacturing partners. You will act as the technical and commercial lead for your product category, balancing design quality, cost, and delivery timelines. Key Responsibilities Own end-to-end delivery of multiple product development projects within a defined category Lead CAD development of complex assemblies from concept through to production release Build and test physical prototypes to validate mechanisms and concepts early Coordinate input from product designers, industrial designers, and pattern makers as required Manage product cost targets and development budgets Work directly with overseas manufacturing partners through sampling and production ramp-up Ensure products meet customer expectations, brand standards, and commercial objectives Requirements Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, Industrial Design, or similar 4+ years’ experience delivering complex consumer or physical products to market Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and supplier engagement Proficiency in CAD and visualisation tools (e.g. SolidWorks/Rhino, Keyshot, Adobe Suite) Confident communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders Comfortable leading projects without direct line management responsibility What’s Offered Competitive salary (£40k–£50k depending on experience) 25 days holiday + bank holidays Private healthcare and pension Staff discount Office-based role with some flexibility for hybrid working (Southampton area)

Job Title: Product Designer - New Product Development Location: Southampton Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 Are you an experienced Industrial Designer looking to join a fantastic business as part of their growth strategy? Industrial Designer role overview: Based in Southampton, our client is looking for a motivated Product Designer to join their New Product Development team. You’ll play a key role in turning product roadmap concepts into launch-ready solutions, providing both technical and creative input throughout development. This role suits a well-rounded designer who enjoys mechanical problem-solving and refining component-level detail, while maintaining a strong sense of form and finish. You’ll support major launches and take ownership of accessories and product updates, ensuring consistency in quality and user experience. What you’ll be doing: Support detailed component design, resolve complex mechanisms, and contribute to robust CAD assemblies. Produce accurate 2D drawing packs, manage BOMs, and oversee tolerance analysis. Independently lead accessories and product upgrades from concept through manufacture. Create high-quality renders to support internal reviews and confirm form, material, and finish prior to production. Assess samples and prototypes, identify issues, and refine designs to meet quality standards. Work with global production partners to ensure effective Design for Manufacture (DFM) implementation. Ensure functional components remain visually cohesive with the overall brand aesthetic. Design, build, and test mechanical prototypes to validate performance and usability. What you’ll bring: Degree in Product Design, Design Engineering, Industrial Design, or a related field. Prior experience in consumer product development, with a portfolio demonstrating both mechanical insight and aesthetic skill. Proficient in 2D and 3D tools (SolidWorks/Rhino, Keyshot, Adobe Creative Suite) to visualise and present designs. Understanding of production processes and materials, designing components that are functional and commercially viable. Enjoys tackling technical challenges to create elegant, robust solutions. Able to clearly convey technical issues and progress to the Lead Designer and NPD team. Additional benefits and information: 25 days holiday + bank holidays Bupa healthcare + dental plan available Discounts on products If you feel you have the skills and experience to match this role, we would love to hear from you

Job Title: Senior Product Designer Location: Southampton Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 Are you an experienced Product Designer looking to join a fantastic business as part of their growth strategy? Senior Product Designer role overview: Based in Southampton, our client is looking for a self-driven Senior Product Designer to join their New Product Development team. You’ll own a product range from concept to launch, ensuring ideas translate into high-quality, market-ready products. Acting as the technical and commercial lead, you’ll take a hands-on approach while coordinating cross-functional specialists to deliver projects on time and to a high standard. What you’ll be doing: Lead multiple complex projects within your range, delivering on time, on budget, and to a high standard. Coordinate internal specialists as needed to overcome technical challenges and keep development on track. Drive CAD and product development from concept through production, resolving complex assemblies along the way. Take a hands-on approach, building and testing physical prototypes to validate ideas before tooling. Manage product costs to meet margin targets and stay within agreed budgets. Work closely with overseas manufacturing partners to resolve technical issues and guide projects through sampling to production. Develop innovative, commercially viable solutions aligned with market needs. What you’ll bring: Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Product or Industrial Design, or a related field desired. Extensive experience developing complex consumer products from concept to manufacture, with a portfolio demonstrating successful launches. Strong understanding of production processes and experience working with overseas factories to resolve issues. Proficient in 2D and 3D tools (e.g., SolidWorks or Rhino, Keyshot, Adobe Creative Suite) to develop and communicate design intent. Able to clearly present technical and commercial considerations to senior stakeholders. Capable of guiding multidisciplinary teams and driving outcomes without formal line management. Proactive, delivery-focused, and confident, challenging conventional thinking. Additional benefits and information: 25 days holiday + bank holidays Bupa healthcare + dental plan available Discounts on products If you feel you have the skills and experience to match this role, we would love to hear from you

Relevant engineering qualification such as a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline, HNC, or HND. Are you a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer with a background in the water and wastewater sector? Due to continued success building on our existing framework agreements an

A leading firm in veterinary health is seeking a Mechanical Designer – Technical Lead in Durham. Candidates should have a degree in Mechanical Engineering and at least 8 years of engineering experience, with certifications preferred.

An international engineering firm is seeking a Mechanical Designer to join their innovative team in Derby.

A leading engineering solutions provider is seeking a Senior Mechanical Designer to join their Asset Care Project Delivery team in Warrington. This role focuses on delivering high-quality mechanical design solutions within a regulated environment. The ideal candidate possesses a degree in Mechanical

A leading engineering design company in Chorley is seeking skilled Mechanical Piping / Plant 3D Designers and Engineers. Ideal candidates will have a qualification in mechanical engineering or piping design, experience in regulated industries, and proficiency in 3D Plant Design software.

A leading engineering organisation based in Derby is looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer / Tooling Designer to expand its design capability. Candidates should have a degree in Mechanical Engineering and experience with CAD software.

The role requires strong mechanical design expertise and project delivery management. Bridges Electrical Engineers Ltd is looking for a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to lead complex infrastructure projects in the water and wastewater sector.

Senior Mechanical Engineer / Tooling Designer. The organisation is seeking a Senior Tooling Designer to support the delivery of complex engineering solutions. Experience in mechanical engineering roles, ideally including areas such as valves, pressure vessels, structural components, tooling, or lift

Role - Senior Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) Designer. As a Senior Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) Designer you will help shape, improve and deliver building services designs across our national estate. As an M&E Designer, you will be responsible for the delivery of M&E design solutions from first conc

Carrington West is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer for a hybrid role, demanding 3 days per week on-site, focusing on water and wastewater treatment projects. The ideal candidate will have 7–10 years of mechanical design engineering experience, preferably within the water sector.

Candidates should possess a degree in Mechanical Engineering and strong proficiency in SolidWorks, with a minimum of 5 years of experience in mechanical design. A leading industrial automation company in London, ON, seeks a Mechanical Designer to develop automation concepts and deliver high-quality

A leading building services consultancy in the United Kingdom seeks a Senior Mechanical Designer to lead projects from concept to handover. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in mechanical building services design and strong communication skills.

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer in Greater London to lead the design and validation of complex tooling for manufacturing. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Mechanical Engineering, proficiency in Creo CAD, and a background in high-reliability

A leading premium consumer product company in Cambridge seeks an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to contribute to the design and development of advanced hair styling tools. Candidates should possess a degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline, with experience in product develop

Our Vacancy# Mechanical Designer* Defence* Permanent /* Derby* United Kingdom* 03/02/26* On site* ShareAssystem is an international company with one mission: accelerate the energy transition around the world. Job DescriptionYour future team:Designersto join our innovative team**Your Missions

Senior M&E (Mechanical & Electrical) Designer. Degree, HNC or HND in Building Services, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering. As a Senior M&E Designer you will help shape, improve and deliver building services designs across our national estate.

IC Resources in the United Kingdom is seeking a Lead Mechanical Design Engineer to take ownership of the mechanical architecture across core product lines. Candidates should have strong mechanical design experience and an advanced degree in a relevant field.

A global high-tech firm based in Buckinghamshire is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to design and build precision instruments. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Mechanical Engineering and over 5 years of design experience in high-tech products.

Senior Mechanical Designer - Building Services. An established and growing building services consultancy is seeking a Senior Mechanical Designer to join their collaborative design team. You’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality mechanical designs from concept through to completion, working

Mechanical Designer – Technical Lead page is loaded## Mechanical Designer – Technical Leadlocations: Durhamtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR00020403The Mechanical Designer – Tech Lead serves as the CAD Services team's subject matter expert in SolidWorks

You'll utilize advanced CAD software, collaborate with mechanical engineers, and present your designs to clients.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced mechanical designer to work on high-profile asset care projects within a regulated, nuclear environment, contributing to safe and operable mechanical solutions across multiple projects. Contribute to mechanical design of piping systems, machinery, a

Assystem Energy & Infrastructure is expanding its team in Derby and is looking for enthusiastic Designers to join our innovative team. Work closely with our Mechanical Engineering Team to ensure seamless integration and manufacturability.

To be considered for an interview, please make sure your application is full in line with the job specs as found below.Scotland - (Hybrid, Office, Site).Competitive Salary + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits.Are you an experienced Civil Engineer with a passion for civil engineering and the energ

Collaborate with Software, Firmware, Motion Control, and Mechanical teams on integrated system design.

Electrical and mechanical engineering expertise.

Senior Mechanical Engineer (Building Services). Senior-level Mechanical Building Services Engineer with a strong technical background. If you are a highly skilled Senior Mechanical Design Engineer and you are looking for a contract with a reputable organisation, please click and apply with CV.

A rare opportunity has become available for an Electrical Design Engineer to join one of the region’s most successful and rapidly expanding Building Services contractors.Over the last three years, the business has continued to grow at an impressive rate, increasing both turnover and profitability

Copello are working with a Defence client who is looking for a Firmware Design Engineer to join their firmware team.The team is responsible for the development and maintenance of the firmware used in avionics products.The successful candidate will have a strong knowledge of digital logic and firmwar

An EHV engineering design consultancy client of mine is looking for a HV Cable Design Engineer.This multidisciplinary consultancy provide expert services to help clients transport electricity efficiently, from generation and storage to end use.Their expertise covers projects of all sizes, from small

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, based in West Sussex, looking to take full ownership of product development projects, working across design, manufacturing, and global engineering teams. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Mechanical D

ROLE – Mechanical Design Engineer. They are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team in the Hampshire area on a permanent basis. The Mechanical Design Engineer will ideally have the following attributes:.

Design Engineer – Wastewater (S104 / NAV / New Developments).S104 assessments & sewer design approvals.Provide technical support across.SOPs, standards & continuous improvement.S104, Sewer Sector Guidance & NAV processes.Strong communication, stakeholder engagement & problem solving.Wastewater #De

Strong relevant experience of the Skills listed above or associated experience that can be applied to electronic, electrical and electro-mechanical design in a regulated industry.

Senior Digital Design Engineer.Locations - Bristol, Cambridge, Romsey, London (Hybrid).Edison Smart is working with a Semiconductor business specialising in wireless technologies.Strong background in FPGA or ASIC Design.Understanding of testbench development.If you’re a Digital Design Engineer loo

Aventa is seeking, on behalf of our client—a leading developer in the offshore renewable energy sector—a.This role offers a unique opportunity to work alongside a team of skilled engineers contributing to one of the most significant offshore wind developments in the region.We are seeking a proac

Redline has been retained by a leading instrumentation manufacturer who are looking for a Lead Electronics Design Engineer to join their R&D team based in Surrey.Due to significant growth, they are seeking a Lead Electronics Design Engineer to be responsible for the design and development of analogu

Work closely with mechanical engineers, production teams, and external suppliers.

Bureau Technical Services are seeking multiple Senior Design Engineers to join a major Net Zero infrastructure project based in Teesside.This isn’t a traditional design role.Instead, you’ll be reviewing designs, challenging them, and ensuring they can actually be built, playing a key role in how

Supporting the design and delivery of mechanical building services systems. Assisting with energy strategies and sustainable mechanical designs. Degree or Master’s in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering.