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• Educated in a relevant degree discipline such as Product Design or Design Engineering
• Must have industry experience in using SolidWorks to a professional level
• A competent user of Illustrator, Photoshop and Microsoft Office
• Should have the ability to project manage and problem solve
• Able to organise your own time to meet project deadlines
• The ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and suppliers when necessary
• Experience of design for manufacture and an understanding of engineering concepts and materials
• A keen eye for quality and design with great attention to detail

If this role is of interest please send us your cv to recruit@careersindesign.com.

This internationally recognised brand has a shared passion for British lighting, creating contemporary lighting for the residential, hospitality and commercial marketplaces globally.

Based near the Hertfordshire and Essex border they are seeking a Product Design Engineer to work on new product development for the North American market.

You will be developing products requested by their Hospitality and Sales Team in accordance with relevant regulations and standards suitable for this territory. This will involve supporting the team in developing within the given timelines needed to meet customer expectations and seasonal launches. Also ensuring products are engineered to meet the Company’s engineering and sustainability principles.

You must be able to work effectively within a team, alongside and assisting team members where needed. Regular communication with Supplier Liaison Managers is essential within the development of any new product. Everyone is encouraged to share their ideas.

Key responsibilities are to:

• Create product submission packs and complete sample evaluation reports.
• Prepare prototype samples using standard model making and 3D printing technology.
• Produce engineering drawings and product specifications for quotation, manufacturing and QA purposes.
• Create and maintain BIM files for products within the development process.
• Liaise with manufacturers during the development and production process.
• Produce installation instructions and product labels.
• Carry out basic in-house product testing.

Skills and Experience required for the Product Design Engineer:

• 2+ years' experience working as a Product Design Engineer.
• Ability to produce engineering drawings to IEC standards.
• Knowledge and experience of various manufacturing processes suitable for mass production.
• SolidWorks literate and knowledge of Adobe Illustrator for instructions and illustrations.
• Able and comfortable with taking ownership of projects assigned.
• Creative engineering flair.

In return the salary on offer for the Product Design Engineer is up to £35k plus an annual bonus, contributary pension, free fruit and soup days and 4 company social events a year. They are a great company to work for.

They are a great company to work for so if you would like to apply please send in your CV and Portfolio to recruit@careersindesign.com and we'll get back to you.

This well-established Kitchen Showroom specialise in creating bespoke kitchen, bathroom and bedroom interiors. They have been awarded “Best of Houzz” for exceptional Service and Design year on year and have an enviable staff retention record.

They are now looking to recruit a Kitchen Designer with creative flair to help take their business forward. The ideal candidate will be competent using Winner Design software, with experience of designing and ordering Kitchen and Bedroom furniture. They work with several German and UK manufacturers and also offer bespoke-made British furniture.

They work normal business hours from their showroom and you will be expected to work two Saturdays per month and be willing to visit properties to conduct surveys and take dimensions.

This would be a great opportunity for an individual with a proven background in design who is looking to operate in the upper end of the market. 80% of their business is local with a strong referral rate.

Skills and experience for the Kitchen Designer role:

• Between 2 and 4 years’ experience working as a Kitchen Designer or an interior designer within the residential marketplace.
• A flair for design, an eye for detail and a creative approach to selling.
• The ability to generate innovative design ideas with attention to detail.
• An ongoing interest in design and a desire to keep up with new interior / designer trends.

Salary for the Kitchen Designer will be £25k to £30k plus bonus.

To find out more and apply please send us your CV and Portfolio to recruit@careersindesign.com and we'll get back to you within a few days.

Our client is based close to the Dorset / Somerset border and designs, manufactures and installs bespoke fitted interiors for the high-end residential market. With the benefits of being part of a larger group of companies, they work with architects, interior designers, project managers, quantity surveyors and private clients.

They are currently recruiting for a Furniture Design Technician who is able to demonstrate that they can competently work within the high-end residential market as this role needs accurate detail drawings incorporating design for manufacture.

You will be preparing each element of the project for manufacture, producing layouts, technical and production drawings and 3D renders. The role may involve trips to sites for site surveys and will involve liaising with internal members of the company. There are really good career prospects available and the company has an excellent approach to work and their staff.

Person / Experience Required for the Furniture Design Technician role:

• A clear understanding of design for manufacture
• A working knowledge of Inventor or SolidWorks
• Competent using AutoCAD
• Good communication skills
• Minimum 3 years' experience in joinery, cabinet making, shopfitting or boatbuilding

This is an exciting time to be joining this company and a good negotiable salary is on offer along with a staff luncheon scheme and annual bonus payment. To find out more and apply simply send us your CV and Portfolio to recruit@careersindesign.com and one of us will get back to you.

This vacancy has now ended.

Bathroom Studio Design was established specifically to rewrite the delivery of luxury bathroom and wet-room solutions, operating the highest quality Design Centre and incorporating the latest technology to the mid-higher demographic consumer market. We provide an exclusive range of leading edge products from specialist manufacturers in Europe, including Villeroy & Boch, of whom we are premier distributors.

We are currently looking for an enthusiastic and creative individual to join our friendly team.

This is a unique and exciting opportunity to be part of “the leading edge business” within the industry, rewriting excellence of design, delivery and service in high end luxury solutions. It is an opportunity for someone who wants a long-term future career and a chance to develop within our business group.

Description/Typical Responsibilities for the Bathroom Designer:

This role requires you to deliver both CAD design and varied creative marketing, including overseeing websites and social media and general administrative support. You will be front-of-house, dealing with clients and suppliers on a regular basis and taking customer enquiries, therefore excellent communication skills and an outgoing bubbly personality are essential.

Skills Required for the Bathroom Designer:

• Good knowledge and experience of Photoshop or similar
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and/or Virtual Worlds 3D interior design software
• Experience (medium to expert) of all Microsoft Office packages
• Excellent administrative skills with accuracy and attention to detail
• Well spoken, smart and professional appearance
• Good all-rounder, hands-on person
• Ability to work on own initiative
• Minimum of five GSCEs (A to C grades including Maths and English) plus the ability to demonstrate excellent English and Maths skills
• No experience necessary if a graduate
• High-end retail experience a bonus
• Driving Licence required

This British Company manufactures beautiful bespoke furniture, cabinetry and specialist joinery work for a global network of clients. Their large purpose-built manufacturing complex is home to traditional cabinet making, veneering, carving and gilding skills, complemented by modern design, manufacturing and finishing techniques.

Projects include dressing rooms, staircases and libraries, cinemas, wine rooms and games rooms and they are currently looking for an experienced Furniture Technician to join this team. They are based in Norfolk but depending on your level of experience they are also open to remote working with occasional visits to the office.

The main responsibilities for the Furniture Technician will include to:

• Develop the client brief into technical and production drawings and renders
• Ensure the product is engineered and designed for manufacture and assembly is carried out
• Ensure drawing accuracy and presentation meets the required standard
• Ensure drawings are published on time and drawing approvals are pursued to program
• Survey and template site work as required and undertake pre installation checks
• Review works in progress and prior to delivery for quality and conformance to drawings

Skills and Experience sought for the Furniture Technician role:

• Skilled in 3D CAD using SolidWorks
• At least 4 years’ experience in a wood based environment - Joinery, shop fitting or cabinet making
• CNC and or cabinet making experience would be beneficial
• Good interpersonal skills to create effective working relationships
• Precise and conscientious
• Strong technical skills and attention to detail

If this is of interest then please send in your CV and examples of work to recruit@careersindesign.com and one of our consultants will get back to you.

This independent kitchen business has over 25 years' experience of British, German and Italian brands along with bespoke luxury handmade kitchens resulting in a fantastic and varied choice of kitchens for their customers.

Their clients range from private individuals to architects and building companies and their larger showroom in Berkshire often hosts cookery events, appliance demo’s and design seminars. Their showroom in Wiltshire is also home to their workshop.

They currently have opportunities for 3 additional Kitchen Designers (one for Reading, one for Swindon and one to work more flexibly between the two). Ongoing training will be provided although they are looking for experienced designers used to designing and selling kitchens within the £30k to £80k price bracket.

They use Fusion CAD software and Smart for quoting and have a team of CAD technicians, fitting / installation teams (who can carry out small building works), project managers and showroom administrators thus enabling their designers to concentrate on the customers and their projects.

Skills and experience needed for the Kitchen Designer role:

• Strong and proven track record within kitchen design and sales
• A natural flair for design, presentation and customer service
• Understanding of the luxury marketplace
• Good IT skills and CAD literate
• A confident, enthusiastic and dynamic individual with a positive work ethic
• Able to work to deadlines and targets
• Full driving licence

On offer for the Kitchen Designer is a good basic salary plus a monthly bonus and a realistic OTE of £55k to £75k. Commission is paid on every kitchen sold and is uncapped.

To find out more and apply please send us your CV and Portfolio to recruit@careersindesign.com and we'll try and get back to you quickly.

Applications for this vacancy has now closed.

A great full time opportunity has arisen for a CAD Setting Out Draughtsperson to work on bespoke joinery projects.

At Chamber Furniture, we combine the finest materials with outstanding craftsmanship, and a host of clever details and features for all our fitted furniture and joinery throughout the home.
Due to a steady increase in business we require an experienced person to produce Setting Out Drawings and Production Cutting Lists for the manufacturing of bespoke high end joinery including Kitchens. Bedrooms, Studies and Wine Rooms.

The ideal candidate will be an experienced Joinery Fitter, have had experience working as a Bench Joiner and/or have experience producing Setting Out Drawings and creating Cutting Lists. You will need to be computer literate and familiar with CAD packages. Full training will be provided for the right candidate which may include a period of working alongside our current installers and bench joiners as required.

Working as part of a Drawing Office team and Furniture Designers the CAD Setting Out Draughtsperson will be based at our Factory and Showroom in Halstead, Kent.

A very competitive and generous salary is on offer for the right candidate.

This atelier design studio design and fabricate unique, custom-made sculptural pieces and limited-edition collections for interior decorators, collectors and private clients. Their goal is to help shape remarkable interior beauty by nurturing, inspiring and enriching their relationships with artisans, craftspeople and partners (the communities they support) and their clients

They are now recruiting for a Design Cost Estimator responsible for the costing of materials and processes for the manufacturing of their Designs. You will be expected to cost engineer company products, maintaining excellent quality whilst providing the best costings and efficiency for product manufacturing. A comprehensive understanding of materials and processes is therefore essential alongside being able to interpret production drawings.

You will need to have a good rapport with all stakeholders in the business, both in-house and externally with suppliers to maintain and develop good working relationships. You will also have an eye for optimum costings and be able to form an efficient database administration.

Skills, Experience and attributes needed for the Design Cost Estimator:

• Adobe Creative Cloud: Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator
• Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Outlook
• BA(Hons) Product Design, Architecture or comparable
• 5 years’ experience in a similar role (desirable)
• Highly numerical
• Strong negotiation skills
• Adaptable, reliable and efficient
• Supportive and collaborative

In return you will be working with a great company on some amazing and exciting products. They are constantly evolving, have a strong focus on their people and a very high level of staff retention.

To apply and find out more please send us your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com and we'll get back to you as quickly as we can.