Industrial Designer
9 days ago
Southampton
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 req...