Product Designer

October 24, 2026

Office

Middle

Bishop's Stortford, United Kingdom

Indeed

Keep in mind

Office-only work

Description

Design and development of standard lighting products and bespoke lighting solutions for individual projects, from initial concept through to manufacture. The role combines 3D CAD modelling, materials and component selection, prototyping, compliance with BS EN IEC 60598-1 and technical documentation. Full-time, office-based position in Bishop's Stortford with a salary of £30 000–£40 000 per year.

Responsibilities

Develop new luminaires and improve existing product ranges
Design custom project solutions, including adaptations of standard products and fully bespoke designs
Work with sales teams, clients and project teams to understand design briefs, installation requirements and technical constraints
Produce accurate 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, assemblies and bills of materials, ideally using Autodesk Inventor
Select suitable materials, manufacturing processes, LED modules, optics, drivers and control components
Build and evaluate prototypes, resolving mechanical, thermal and assembly issues
Work with suppliers to develop components, review samples and establish manufacturing tolerances
Design products for efficient manufacture, straightforward installation, maintenance and repair
Design standard and bespoke luminaires in accordance with BS EN IEC 60598-1
Apply safety requirements covering insulation, earthing, wiring, mechanical construction, temperature limits, resistance to heat and fire, ingress protection and product marking
Assess how bespoke modifications affect product safety and identify additional testing required before release to manufacture
Coordinate testing with colleagues and external laboratories, resolve compliance issues and maintain supporting technical documentation
Prepare product specifications, installation instructions, technical records and project-specific drawings
Support production with design queries, assembly methods and component issues
Manage design revisions and keep drawings, bills of materials and product information accurate
Work with sales, purchasing and production to deliver commercially viable products and custom solutions

Requirements

Proficiency in design principles, visual communication and user interface design
Ability to empathize with users and create products that meet their needs
Experience with various prototyping tools and testing methodologies
Familiarity with design software such as Inventor, Keyshot and Adobe Creative Suite
Ability to communicate design ideas and work with diverse teams
Ability to identify and solve design problems in a creative and efficient manner
Understanding of the entire product development lifecycle
Ability to build relationships with the product supply chain
Minimum of 3 years' experience in product or industrial design