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Industrial Designer

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Design
    Product
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You must excel in designing furniture, creating models, collaborating with teams, overseeing projects, and have strong organizational and interpersonal skills. Flexibility and independence are key.
  • You will develop design proposals, create models, collaborate with teams and manufacturers, manage project areas, and ensure effective communication and organization throughout the design process.

Requirements

  • Able work on industrial and furniture projects within the department and act as a consultant to the architectural and interiors teams
  • The ability to prepare and develop from the brief, a design proposal and presentation by means of hand sketches, technical drawings, graphics, CAD models, working and presentation models
  • To liaise with other external design teams and manufacturers and to oversee the construction and development of a project
  • Happy take responsibility where required by the project leader for specific areas of the design and project development
  • Able to assess the need for manufacture of a presentation model and to liaise with the model shop in terms of time and material management. To work within the safety guidelines and provide support to others within the machine tool environment
  • Capable reviewing industrial design work as part of the internal review process
  • Able to construct sketch and high-level presentation models in house for review and client presentation
  • Excellent organisational skills
  • Good interpersonal skills and able to work independently and as part of an effective team
  • Flexible attitude
  • Able to build good relationships at all levels, internally and externally

Responsibilities

  • Able work on industrial and furniture projects within the department and act as a consultant to the architectural and interiors teams
  • The ability to prepare and develop from the brief, a design proposal and presentation by means of hand sketches, technical drawings, graphics, CAD models, working and presentation models
  • To liaise with other external design teams and manufacturers and to oversee the construction and development of a project
  • Happy take responsibility where required by the project leader for specific areas of the design and project development
  • Able to assess the need for manufacture of a presentation model and to liaise with the model shop in terms of time and material management. To work within the safety guidelines and provide support to others within the machine tool environment
  • Capable reviewing industrial design work as part of the internal review process
  • Able to construct sketch and high-level presentation models in house for review and client presentation
  • Excellent organisational skills
  • Good interpersonal skills and able to work independently and as part of an effective team
  • Flexible attitude
  • Able to build good relationships at all levels, internally and externally

FAQs

What type of projects will the Industrial Designer be working on?

The Industrial Designer will work on furniture and product design projects, contributing to major architectural projects, private commissions, and collaborations with design-led brands for new products intended for commercial manufacture.

What skills are required for the Industrial Designer position?

The position requires strong creative thinking, design sensitivity, technical ability, workshop skills, excellent organizational skills, good interpersonal skills, and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

Is experience in a specific area of design preferred?

Yes, the role requires experienced Industrial Designers who specialize in furniture and product design.

Will the Industrial Designer need to collaborate with other teams?

Yes, the role involves acting as a consultant to architectural and interiors teams and liaising with external design teams and manufacturers.

What types of design presentations are expected from the Industrial Designer?

The Industrial Designer is expected to prepare and develop design proposals and presentations through hand sketches, technical drawings, graphics, CAD models, working models, and presentation models.

Is there a requirement for model-making skills in this role?

Yes, the Industrial Designer must be capable of assessing the need for the manufacture of presentation models and liaising with the model shop for time and material management.

What are the working hours for the Industrial Designer position?

The job description does not specify working hours, but candidates must be able to commute to Battersea where the role will be based.

Will the designer have to oversee construction and development of projects?

Yes, the Industrial Designer will oversee the construction and development of projects, ensuring they meet design specifications.

What is the expected attitude of the Industrial Designer regarding teamwork?

The role requires a flexible attitude and the ability to build good relationships at all levels, both internally and externally.

How do I apply for this position?

To apply for this position, you should submit an up-to-date CV to be considered for the role.

Real Estate
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1967
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Foster + Partners is a global studio for architecture, urbanism and design, all rooted in sustainability and founded by Norman Foster in 1967. Their ultimate mission is to create transformative and iconic structures that blend cutting-edge technology, environmental sustainability, and aesthetic excellence. With a purpose to shape the built environment in ways that enhance the quality of life, Foster + Partners aims to create spaces that not only serve functional purposes but also contribute to the cultural and social fabric of communities, leaving a lasting positive impact on the UK and global architectural landscape.

Benefits

  • Financial

    This includes our annual discretionary bonus scheme, life assurance, opportunities to join our company pension scheme, attractive discounts and enhanced family friendly leave. We also provide expert advice, education and guidance that give our people financial peace of mind.

  • Mental

    We offer a medical advisory service for employees and family members facing critical health situations, providing counselling and referral services through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP). We have trained Mental Health First Aiders across the practice who are always available to provide support and guidance to their colleagues, awareness events and workshops to reduce stigmas and enact positive change.

  • Physical

    To encourage our people to live an active and healthy lifestyle, we offer discounted gym memberships and classes; on our London Campus we have initiatives including weekly yoga classes, massages, therapies and health checks and dedicated wellbeing spaces.

  • Social

    We believe in creating an environment to allow our people to flourish and achieve their full potential. We come together to collaborate and celebrate achievements. We have shared spaces to support informal meetings and discussions and Practice events. There are numerous sports teams that meet throughout the year and our summer and winter parties.