Problem solve and refine design details, select appropriate materials and optimise construction methods to ensure each product meets cost, quality, and performance targets.
Conduct in-depth research on materials, components and manufacturing processes, providing technical insights, engineering analysis and durability testing to support product improvement.
Work closely with the design team, as well as merchandising, marketing and finance teams, to develop concepts into fully manufacturable, commercially viable, products.
Follow the product development calendar and critical path to ensure all milestones, budgets and deliverables are met. Keep project documentation accurate and organized and proactively identify any risks, delays, or bottlenecks.
Support in sourcing and auditing new suppliers, assisting with quotations, cost comparisons and supplier capability checks.
Helping to build cost models for materials, labour, tooling and logistics, as well as analysing cost drivers to understand their impact on product design and manufacturing.
Stay ahead of industry trends, materials, and technologies to inform new product ideas and innovation opportunities; collaborate with design and sourcing teams to apply these insights to future collections.

Appropriate experience in product design and development. We would expect to see a examples of your work and approach to problem solving in a portfolio.
Bachelor’s degree in Design Engineering, Product design or a related field.
Strong knowledge of material, component and manufacturing processes.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, maintaining timelines, budgets and deliverables.
Experience working closely with design teams, factories and suppliers in bringing products to market.
Skilled in Adobe Illustrator and CAD programs (preferably Solidworks) and Microsoft Excel.
Excellent communication and organizational skills, with strong attention to detail and a proactive, solution-oriented approach.

Junior Product Developer

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