Product Designer (Mid-Level)

A well-established UK Lighting manufacturer and market leader within its sector is seeking a Product Designer to join its expanding Product Design team. With a strong heritage in design and manufacturing excellence, the company delivers both standard and bespoke engineered products across multiple market sectors. This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation with in-house manufacturing capability and a strong focus on quality, innovation and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities * Support the administration and delivery of new product development projects * Produce detailed 3D models, 2D manufacturing drawings, and BOMs * Prepare technical documentation and product datasheets * Liaise closely with Engineering Services to ensure accurate inter-departmental data exchange and compliance with internal checking procedures * Work alongside Technical Services and other departments in relation to Product Lifecycle Management * Ensure manufacturability and efficient assembly are considered in all design work * Develop and produce prototype samples, assessing engineering feasibility * Collaborate closely with the metal shop to enable accurate “right first time” fabrication * Support the development of bespoke and non-standard product solutions * Follow all internal Quality Control guidelines, ISO procedures, and Health & Safety policies Candidate Requirements * Proven experience within a mechanical/product design role * Strong 3D CAD capability (SolidWorks preferred) * Confident producing manufacturing-ready drawings and documentation * Computer literate with a proactive approach to developing further technical skills * Strong attention to detail and ability to work to high levels of accuracy * Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously * Reliable, organised, and self-motivated Desirable (But Certainly Not Essential) * Experience or exposure to the lighting industry * Understanding of plastic injection moulding and design for manufacture * Knowledge of sheet metal fabrication processes * Familiarity with Salvagnini or Amada machine tools * Understanding of electrical, optical, or thermal engineering principles This role would suit a practical, hands-on designer who enjoys seeing products move from concept through to manufacture within a collaborative engineering environment. If you think you have what it takes, would like to apply or simply find out more, please contact Richard Bedford-Smith at First Lux for a fully confidential discussion