Technical Designer - Solidworks

Technical Designer – Retail Design & Build

Near Brighton | 5 days a week onsite please

I’m working with this agency — an award-winning design and manufacture business specialising in high-impact retail displays — as they continue to grow their team.

Based near Brighton, they create everything from window displays and pop-ups to full retail activations for a range of well-known brands. They’re now looking for an experienced Technical Designer to join their fast-paced, highly collaborative studio.

This is a fully onsite role, five days a week, so it’s a great fit for someone who enjoys being close to production, working hands-on with teams and seeing ideas come to life.

The role

This is a key position within the design team, bridging creative concepts with technical delivery. You’ll take ideas from initial concept through to detailed drawings, ready for manufacture.

• Translating creative concepts into clear, accurate technical drawings
• Producing full production packs with materials, specifications and build methods
• Working closely with Project Managers and Production teams to bring designs to life
• Preparing drawings for CNC and other machinery
• Liaising with suppliers and internal teams to ensure smooth delivery
• Contributing to a wide range of projects — from luxury retail to high street, including window displays, pop-ups and shop fits

What they’re looking for

• 5+ years’ experience in a similar technical or retail design role
• Strong background in retail, experiential or event design
• Excellent technical drawing skills with a solid understanding of materials and manufacturing processes
• Confident working from concept through to production
• Strong communication skills and experience collaborating with production teams and suppliers
• Highly organised, adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment

Technical skills

• Strong working knowledge of Sketch Up, Vectric, VCarve or Solid Works
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
• Rendering experience (ideally V-Ray)
• Good understanding of materials, fabrication techniques and production processes

Why this role?

This is a great opportunity to join a growing, well-established business where you’ll see your designs brought to life in real time. The team is hands-on, collaborative and passionate about what they do — and you’ll play a key role in delivering standout retail experiences.

If you’re looking for a role where you can combine creativity with technical expertise, and want to be fully immersed in the process onsite, this is well worth exploring.