Development designer

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Development designer looking for their next career move to work in our development office. We have grown significantly in the last 24 months and require additional support to help us develop. Mint Manufacturing Ltd are a fast-paced organisation, and we are looking for someone that has worked in a similar type of role.

We specialise in the supply of POS/POP within the temporary and permanent display industry. The physical requirements for this role would be mild due to this being an office-based role.

Job description:

Development designer - their main duties and responsibilities include:

Develop detailed 3D and 2D CAD models for POS displays, using software such as Solid Works, AutoCAD, or similar.

Interpret creative briefs and convert conceptual designs into functional, production-ready solutions.

Collaborate with account managers, creatives, suppliers, and production teams to ensure feasibility and cost-effectiveness.

Create technical drawings, assembly guides, and BOMs (Bills of Materials) for prototyping and manufacturing.

Ensure designs meet structural, safety, and brand guidelines.

Prototype and test design solutions, making iterations as needed.

Source appropriate materials and production methods based on design and budget constraints.

Support onsite installations or builds when required.

Liaise with suppliers to ensure accurate production outputs and timelines.

Keep up to date with industry trends, materials, and technologies.

Conduct site surveys as and when required.

To embrace a team culture conducive to teamwork, individual empowerment, honesty, and that is commercially astute.

Be able to report on risk in a timely fashion to allow the business to react accordingly.

To conduct yourself in a professional, honest and respectful manner at all times internally and outside of the business

Training and coaching operatives to help our employees grow and feel supported.

Collaborate with other departments, such as Planning, workshop, prototype and pre-production to align development activities with sales forecasts, demand planning, and budgetary constraints to we all work towards a shared goal.

Preferred Qualifications:

Degree or equivalent qualification in Product Design, Industrial Design, or related field.

Experience working with both temporary and permanent POS displays.

Person specification:

Have good interpersonal skills.

Have excellent time management / multi-tasking skills / be to prioritise effectively.

Have excellent reporting skills.

Have excellent IT skills (MS Office).

Be comfortable building and maintaining effective client and internal relationships.

Have exemplary levels of attention to detail.

Have strong written and verbal communication skills.

Be target driven with an ability to work independently and efficiently.

Be methodical, precise and be able to maintain accurate record systems and report accordingly.

Good numeracy skills

Have a sound knowledge of Solid Works