Product Designer NEW

North Baddesley, Hampshire
Liberty CL Recruitment

Job Title: Product Designer – New Product Development

Location: Southampton

Salary: £35,000 – £45,000

Are you an experienced Industrial Designer looking to join a fantastic business as part of their growth strategy?

Industrial Designer role overview:

Based in Southampton, our client is looking for a motivated Product Designer to join their New Product Development team. You ll play a key role in turning product roadmap concepts into launch-ready solutions, providing both technical and creative input throughout development.

This role suits a well-rounded designer who enjoys mechanical problem-solving and refining component-level detail, while maintaining a strong sense of form and finish. You ll support major launches and take ownership of accessories and product updates, ensuring consistency in quality and user experience.

What you ll be doing:

• Support detailed component design, resolve complex mechanisms, and contribute to robust CAD assemblies.
• Produce accurate 2D drawing packs, manage BOMs, and oversee tolerance analysis.
• Independently lead accessories and product upgrades from concept through manufacture.
• Create high-quality renders to support internal reviews and confirm form, material, and finish prior to production.
• Assess samples and prototypes, identify issues, and refine designs to meet quality standards.
• Work with global production partners to ensure effective Design for Manufacture (DFM) implementation.
• Ensure functional components remain visually cohesive with the overall brand aesthetic.
• Design, build, and test mechanical prototypes to validate performance and usability.

What you ll bring:

• Degree in Product Design, Design Engineering, Industrial Design, or a related field.
• Prior experience in consumer product development, with a portfolio demonstrating both mechanical insight and aesthetic skill.
• Proficient in 2D and 3D tools (SolidWorks/Rhino, Keyshot, Adobe Creative Suite) to visualise and present designs.
• Understanding of production processes and materials, designing components that are functional and commercially viable.
• Enjoys tackling technical challenges to create elegant, robust solutions.
• Able to clearly convey technical issues and progress to the Lead Designer and NPD team.

Additional benefits and information:

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Bupa healthcare + dental plan available
• Discounts on products

If you feel you have the skills and experience to match this role, we would love to hear from you!