Product Designer

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!