About
Our client is a well-established Retail Design and POP/POS specialist, who provide unique, creative and engaging solutions to their clients. Covering a multitude of sectors, they plan, manage and deliver efficient production to many well-known retailers.
They are currently looking for a committed Junior Development Designer, to become part of their expanding business.
You will be expected to produce commercially viable solutions, within budget without compromises to the projects aesthetic or quality. You should be able to demonstrate strong knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes and commercial awareness.
Job Role
1. Produce detailed manufacturing drawings and 3D models from approved concepts
2. Collaborate with colleagues throughout projects, to ensure deadlines and budgets are met
3. Receive project briefings directly from the client, as required
4. Actively look for cost-saving and sustainable opportunities, ensuring projects are designed to budget
5. Provide sketches for estimation purposes for any assembly/manufacturing problems
6. Oversee the build and completion of prototypes, ensuring they are presented and delivered to the client within the expected timeframe
7. Visit factories both in the UK and abroad as needed, to verify display construction, specifications and quality
8. Ensure project documentation is delivered – detailed BOM’s, QC guidelines, technical specification sheets and assembly diagrams
9. Liaise with project managers to develop the appropriate combination of design and supplier
Skills and Experience
10. 1 Year of experience in a POP/POS/Retail Design role
11. 3D Design or Mechanical Engineering degree or other relevant industry experience
12. Excellent knowledge and proven experience in designing for manufacturing displays across a variety of substrates
13. Proficiency in SolidWorks and Microsoft packages essential
14. Experience of Illustrator, Photoshop & sketching ability is advantageous
15. Good initiative with a positive approach to problem solving
16. Excellent communication skills and the ability to express ideas clearly
17. Highly organised with good time management
18. Process driven with a keen eye for detail
19. Good interpersonal skills
20. Ability to work flexible hours and travel when necessary