Development Designer

Development Designer Location: Loughborough Level: Mid-Senior The Role of the Development DesignerWe are looking for an experienced Development Designer to join the development team within a creative retail and manufacturing environment. The role will involve taking creative concepts, client briefs and initial designs and developing them into technically robust, commercially viable and production-ready solutions. Key Responsibilities of the Development DesignerDevelop creative concepts into detailed, practical and production-ready designs.Create accurate 3D models, technical drawings, specifications and Bills of Materials (BOMs).Design with consideration for materials, fabrication methods, assembly, tolerances, strength and manufacturability.Support the transition from design development into first-off production and manufacture.Review prototypes and production samples, making design improvements where required and ensure designs meet project requirements, budgets, quality standards and deadlines.Manage your own projects and prioritise workload across multiple deadlines.Collaborate with creative, sales, project management and production teams throughout the development process and provide technical support and guidance during manufacturing and installation where required. Key Requirements of the Development DesignerProven experience as a Development Designer, Technical Designer, Product Designer or similar.Experience within retail design, POS, display, experiential or ..... full job details .....