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Industrial Designer

Job Posted: 19 days ago

Salary: £ 40,000 - 50,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Southampton, Hampshire

Expire in: 8 days

Job Description

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

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    Apply and maintain a consistent design language across a wide product portfolio

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    Evaluate factory samples and define targeted design improvements to meet brand standards

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    Produce high-quality visualisations, CMF specifications, and technical packs for suppliers

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    Work closely with engineering and buying teams to ensure products are functional, durable, and commercially viable

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    Balance project scope and timelines, deciding when “light touch” vs “full redesign” is required

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    Oversee user experience and perceived quality across hardware, assembly, and use

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    Design, build, and test mechanical prototypes where required

Requirements

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    Degree in Industrial Design or Product Design

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    Strong portfolio demonstrating form, branding, and product detail

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    Experience working in fast-paced product development environments

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    Proficiency in CAD and visualisation tools (e.g. SolidWorks/Rhino, Keyshot, Adobe Suite)

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    Good understanding of manufacturing processes and cost/lead-time trade-offs

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    Strong communication skills for working with internal teams and overseas suppliers

What’s Offered

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    Competitive salary (£40k–£50k depending on experience)

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    25 days holiday + bank holidays

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    Private healthcare and pension

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    Staff discount

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    Office-based role with some flexibility for hybrid working

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