Overview
A global industrial technology manufacturer, specialising in energy-efficient power transmission and drive solutions, is seeking a Senior Product Designer to join its UK-based Product Design & Innovation team. The organisation develops variable frequency drive (VFD) technology used across diverse industrial sectors and is heavily focused on sustainability, carbon reduction and innovative R&D investment.
This role is based at the company’s headquarters and manufacturing facility in the UK, working on insight-led product development that aligns to long-term strategic direction. The position will suit a creative and commercially aware Senior Product or Industrial Designer who is comfortable leading projects end-to-end and presenting work at a senior level.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead the design and development of new product concepts aligned to strategic product roadmaps
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Identify and validate innovation opportunities through user, market and internal research activities
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Manage multiple design projects from early-stage research through to commercially viable concept output
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Challenge assumptions and existing paradigms to deliver novel and user-centric solutions
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Use rapid prototyping (including 3D printing) to iterate, test and evaluate design concepts
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Present concepts, rationale and design direction to senior stakeholders and cross-functional leaders
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Inspire and mentor colleagues through high design standards and strong communication
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Ensure design work meets commercial, technical and strategic objectives
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Contribute to long-term design thinking, methodology and innovation culture within R&D
Required Qualifications & Experience
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Degree (Bachelors and/or Masters) in Product Design or Industrial Design
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5+ years industry experience in product/industrial design roles
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Strong portfolio demonstrating inventive design, user insight application and products taken through to commercial release
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Proficiency in 3D and 2D CAD tools (SolidWorks highly advantageous)
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Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and production considerations
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Ability to generate, communicate and defend design intent to varied audiences
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Excellent organisational discipline with the ability to manage multiple projects and timelines
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Commercial awareness and ability to balance innovation with real-world constraints
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Confident communicator capable of presenting to senior leadership
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Experience coaching or mentoring less experienced designers
Desirable Attributes
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Experience working within R&D or cross-functional engineering environments
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Ability to influence design direction at both project and roadmap level
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Passion for sustainability, energy-efficient technologies or industrial products