Industrial Designer

To design, model, test & produce prototypes on new equipment or improve existing ones through an understanding of technology, materials, and manufacturing methods to improve the function and usability.

• Investigate, identify, evaluate and recommend commercially viable opportunities to deliver to one- and five-year plans.
• Integrate with relevant stakeholders (e.g., various business units, store design team & suppliers) during the development phase.
• Interpret the store design brief, including the concept, performance, and production criteria of all new & existing equipment.
• Convert conceptual ideas into technical drawings using relevant software.
• Conduct research and formulate technical refinements for projects, while working within the budget of the designed item to ensure cost effectiveness.
• Identify the suitability and availability of materials.
• Test the design concept.
• Coordinate with stakeholders (e.g., marketing, Non‑Trade procurement, and various business units) to discuss and negotiate appropriate production processes, costs and commercial issues.
• Manage the equipment catalogue and ensure updated technical drawings exist for all equipment.
• Ensure the category is supported by technical specifications.
• Continuously improve quality & value engineering.

• Relevant degree or diploma in Industrial Design.
• Minimum 5 years related experience.
• Able to interpret conceptual ideas into technical drawings.
• Able to write technical specifications.
• Knowledge of relevant production processes.
• Proficient in Autodesk Inventor, Solid Works or similar 3D modelling package.
• Identifying the suitability and availability of materials as well as researching alternatives.
• Analytical mindset.
• Able to effectively time‑manage, plan & organise.
• Project management skills.
• Cost management skills.
• Able to work under pressure, remain resilient and communicate effectively.