Product Designer, Ellesmere Port

We are currently recruiting for a Product Designer on a 12-month fixed term contract to join our Design and Technical team at our RFD Beaufort Division based in Ellesmere Port.

This family is responsible for creating everything from the initial concept to the final design of our products. They develop ideas for new products and prototypes, as well as evolving the design details of established ranges. They deeply understand the safety needs of our customers and deliver innovation that captures our design strategy and brand values. They integrate innovative functional solutions with world-class creativity to support Survitec’s vision to become the most trusted provider of safety services.

The Product Designer reports to a Principal Product Designer for a specific class of products. It is focused on executing and coordinating product design tasks as part of a wider design team. This may include developing and using specialist garment design skills.

Key Responsibilities

1. Analysis of customer requirements
2. Development of design concepts using CAD/ CAM (Gerber & AutoCAD)
3. Create detailed design drawings using AutoCAD and photography
4. Participation in design reviews and customer meetings
5. Preparation of design documentation
6. Support manufacturing sites through New Product Introduction activities
7. Research materials, processes, or market requirements
8. Support prototype development working closely with machinists
9. Provide customer support as required throughout the development process
10. Support testing events, on-site and off-site
11. Occasional travel to support business requirements
12. Make presentations to present design ideas and concepts.

Skills

1. Anthropometric sizing
2. Auto CAD software
3. Understanding of clothing manufacture
4. Understanding of product validation, testing and qualification
5. Technical documentation compilation (Report writing, Standard Operating Procedures, Qualification documentation)
6. Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments
7. Plans and prioritises work to meet commitments aligned with Survitec goals
8. Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems
9. Develops and delivers communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences
10. Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives
11. Knows the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement

About You

Educated to either:

1. University degree level or equivalent in a Product Design/Clothing Design discipline
2. High School / Further Education College with 2 A levels

2 – 5 years of general product design experience enables the role holder to deal with most situations and advise others. No formal managerial experience required to begin this role.

You will have the opportunity to develop in your role and feel proud of the work you do. Working at Survitec is fast paced but incredibly rewarding. This is not just another job; this is your career.

Why You Should Work for Us

1. Additional day off to celebrate your birthday
2. Company Anniversary Holiday Benefit
3. Excellent enhanced maternity & paternity package
4. Employee Assistance Programme

Who are Survitec and what do we do?

Survitec are the world’s largest survival technology provider. For over 166 years, we have been protecting lives in the air, on land and at sea, through the design, manufacture, and servicing of Survival Technology.

Today, we are a global community of 3,000 professionals with presence in 96 countries partnering with our customers to provide innovative solutions that reduce risk and help keep you safe.

That's why the world's leading maritime, defence & government, energy and aerospace organisations trust us when it matters most and why we have been awarded the Gold Award by the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.