BLK BOX Newtownabbey, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
BLK BOX Newtownabbey, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
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BLK BOX is a leading manufacturer of strength equipment, trusted by global brands, elite sports teams, and fitness professionals. We believe strength training transforms lives — physically and mentally — and our mission is to create world-class training environments that drive real results.
We’re hiring a Product Design Lead to join our growing Product & Engineering team. You’ll lead the design function at BLK BOX – helping shape the creative and functional direction of our product range while strengthening our internal design ethos. From early stage early-stage concept generation to production handover, you’ll bring athlete-centric and purposeful products to life.
You’ll also help mentor and guide other design engineers, work closely with our manufacturing partners and external agencies, and ensure our visual brand language and product pipeline deliver long term commercial success.
Responsibilities - Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
* Lead the design process for new product development from discovery to production handover.
* Champion athlete-centric design – using research insight and feedback to solve problems for our clients.
* Translate performance, brand, and engineering requirements into innovative, market ready products.
* Maintain, evolve and champion the BLK BOX design language, delivering consistency across all product lines.
* Collaborate with internal teams (Product, Engineering, Manufacturing, Marketing and Commercial) and external partners (agencies, freelancers, universities, and suppliers).
* Help mentor younger team members through feedback, task support, and design/technical coaching.
* Produce and oversee concept visuals, CAD models, renders, prototypes and presentation decks.
* Liaise with engineering, operations, and suppliers to ensure products are designed for manufacture and meet cost targets.
* Lead and contribute to design reviews, stage-gate milestones and executive presentations.
* Continuously monitor trends, technology, and competitor innovations within the fitness industry.
The Ideal Candidate - You'd be the perfect fit if you are/have:
* Experienced product/industrial designer with track record of bringing physical consumer products to the market
* Skilled in design thinking, problem solving, balancing creativity with feasibility.
* Proficient in 3D CAD (e.g. Solidworks), Adobe Creative Suite, and Design Visualisation Tools (e.g. Keyshot)
* Confident articulating ideas to creative, technical, and senior stakeholders.
* Naturally collaborative – thriving in cross-functional environments with product, engineering, marketing, and operations.
* Commercially minded with strong attention to detail and user experience.
* Proactive leadership – comfortable taking initiative, driving progress and facilitate making clear decisions.
* Passionate about design, innovation, and improving the athlete experience through product.
* Education in industrial design/product design/sports technology or similar field.
* Experience working in or with a manufacturing environment
Why Work for BLK BOX - Join BLK BOX and benefit from:
* The Mission: Be part of a forward-thinking company leading the industry in fitness innovation.
* Recognition and Rewards: Monthly & Annual rewards and recognition for superior performance.
* Collaborative Environment: Work in a collaborative environment that fosters teamwork and accountability.
* Impactful Work: The opportunity to work for a company that positively impacts people's lives.
* Career Growth: Fantastic training opportunities and long-term career progression aligned with our strategic growth plans.
* Perks: Enjoy cool perks such as our on-site gym, staff discount, quarterly team days, health care cashback plan, team lunches, unlimited coffee, and fruit, plus take your birthday off each year and more!
Please submit a one-page cover letter along with your CV to careers@blkboxfitness.com. Portfolios will be appreciated but are not essential.
Use the cover letter to showcase your personality and tell us why you want to work for BLK BOX in this role. Let us know what attracts you to this job and how you plan to contribute to our mission of delivering exceptional customer experiences.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology
* Industries
Retail
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