Design Engineer
Job ID 2023-3515 Category Marketing Procurement Services (Client Services) Location : Name London, UK Position Type Permanent (employee) Weekly Hours Full time hours
Purpose of the job
We are currently seeking a Design Engineer to be responsible for creating Designs and Technical drawings for Cosmetic solutions as well as retail fixtures and store environments.
1. Responsible for enhancing the retail experience by designing and developing creative POSM materials on behalf of HH Global’s FMCG and Retail clients.
2. Through re-engineering of existing and the creation of new designs support HH Global’s contractual Cost Reduction savings commitments.
3. Designing and preparing specifications for quotation & production of permanent, semi-permanent and temporary POS displays.
4. Designing innovative displays and merchandising with eye-catching creativity and strong messaging that appeals to the brands target market.
5. Managing design projects from initial brief to supplier handover.
6. Bring ideas to life using expert specific software skills.
7. Working directly with the client, building the relationship and liaising with them on a regular basis.
8. Attend Client and Third-Party Meetings.
9. Manage client expectations and build reputation for creativity.
10. Develop and continue a good understanding of client brands.
11. Contribute to the creation of pitches from a design aspect.
12. Work closely with other Product Design team members across multiple markets.
13. Support other team members in the pursuit of delivering the highest standard of service to the client.
This is a unique opportunity to work with one of the market leading brands in their sector. This is a forward thinking and innovative client where Design Engineers are an essential part of the development of any article. Our Design Engineers ensure that the engineering of our clients´ designs are fully communicated through detailed drawings so they can be produced efficiently, economically, and to a level of expected quality.
*If your application is selected please note that you will be asked to provide your portfolio to share with the hiring manager.
Key Responsibilities
14. Manage multiple projects at once
15. Act as a lead in development of projects
16. Assist in preparation of engineering timelines and estimated costs for internal approval
17. Control the queue, distribute work accordingly to internal / external capacities and deadlines
18. Redline Revision to Existing Drawings
19. Article 3D Modeling and Drawing based on agreed solutions
20. Generating 2D Drawings of approved 3D models
21. Communication & weekly meetings (informing engineering and project teams about time estimates and project progress)
22. Document management (keeping all technical documents properly organized)
23. Participate in Multi-branch development projects
24. Guide and Educate JDE in engineering techniques, procedures and quality
Knowledge, Skills + Experience
Professional
25. Working knowledge of production materials
26. Experience of common production techniques
27. Fabrication experience in wood, metal, fabric, electronics, or plastics a plus
28. Able to sketch ideas by hand before using CAD 3D programs.
29. Commercial awareness of material and fabrication costs
30. Experienced in researching possible solutions & innovations
31. Experienced with assembly and installation of finished items (Shelving, Wall panels, Furniture, Sculpture)
Personal:
32. Ability to be a key team player in both a client and internal team
33. Self-motivated, confident team-player
34. Proactively reaches out to others for new knowledge about
35. Company process
36. Production Techniques
37. Production Materials
38. Software Skills
39. Comfortable working alone on projects and finding solutions from outside HH Global
40. Ability to connect well with a variety of people
41. Empathetic and social person for daily interaction with many people
42. Passionate for finding the best possible technical solution with great attention for details
43. Open for further development following new design trends, material and available technologies