Industrial Designer - Office Furniture & Privacy Pods- Position Based in Cape Town

Introduction Industrial Designer – Office Furniture & Privacy Pods

Location: Cape Town, Western Cape Employment Type: Permanent

Our client is an established company based in Cape Town, specialising in the design and supply of corporate office environments, workplace furniture and innovative office solutions.

They are looking for a creative and technically skilled Industrial Designer to join their team and play a key role in the development of innovative office furniture, acoustic solutions, privacy pods and workplace products.

This is an exciting opportunity for a designer who enjoys taking a product from an initial concept through to a fully developed, commercially viable and production-ready solution.

The Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing company at the forefront of corporate office design and workplace solutions, where your designs will contribute directly to the development of innovative furniture, privacy pods and products for modern working environments.

If you are a talented Industrial/Product Designer who enjoys combining creativity, technical design and manufacturing to develop products that are both functional and visually compelling, we would like to hear from you.

 

Duties & Responsibilities Key Responsibilities

Product Design & Development

Design and develop innovative office furniture, acoustic booths, privacy pods and workplace solutions. Develop concepts from initial sketches through to detailed 3D models, renders, prototypes and final production designs. Create products that balance functionality, aesthetics, ergonomics, durability and commercial viability. Apply user-centred design principles to create products suited to modern corporate working environments. Develop new product concepts in line with market trends and customer requirements. Assist with the ongoing development and improvement of existing product ranges.

Research & Innovation

Research current workplace, furniture and interior design trends. Investigate customer needs and changing requirements within the corporate office environment. Research competitor products and identify opportunities for new product development. Contribute creative ideas and innovative solutions to expand and improve the company's product offering. Stay informed of new materials, manufacturing techniques and sustainable design practices.

3D Design & Technical Documentation

Produce detailed 3D CAD models, renderings and product visualisations. Prepare technical drawings, product specifications and manufacturing documentation. Develop accurate designs suitable for prototyping and commercial production. Select appropriate materials, finishes, fittings, hardware and manufacturing methods. Ensure designs are practical, technically accurate and suitable for efficient manufacture.

Prototyping & Manufacturing

Work closely with Engineering, Manufacturing and Production teams during product development. Assist with the creation and evaluation of prototypes. Participate in product testing, validation and refinement. Identify and resolve design or manufacturing challenges. Work with suppliers and manufacturers to ensure designs can be produced to the required quality and specification. Consider manufacturing costs, material availability and production efficiency throughout the design process.

Product Improvement & Quality

Identify opportunities to improve existing products in terms of functionality, appearance, cost and manufacturability. Assist with continuous product development and innovation. Ensure products meet relevant quality, safety and industry requirements. Maintain accurate design documentation and ensure products are developed in accordance with required standards. Support products from initial concept through to final production.

Desired Experience & Qualification Requirements

Relevant qualification in Industrial Design, Product Design, Furniture Design or a related field. Previous experience in industrial, product or furniture design. Experience designing products for a commercial, corporate, workplace or furniture environment would be highly advantageous. Strong 3D CAD and product modelling skills. Experience developing products from concept through to production. Strong understanding of materials, finishes, manufacturing processes and product construction. Experience with prototyping and product testing. Good understanding of ergonomics and user-centred design. Ability to produce high-quality technical drawings and product documentation. Strong visualisation and presentation skills. Knowledge of sustainable design principles would be advantageous. Excellent attention to detail and a strong understanding of design aesthetics. Ability to work collaboratively with Engineering, Manufacturing, Sales and external suppliers.

Key Competencies

The successful candidate will be:

Creative and innovative, with a strong passion for product design. Technically capable with an understanding of how products are manufactured. Commercially minded and able to balance creativity with cost and production requirements. Highly detail-oriented and organised. Able to take ownership of projects from concept through to production. A strong problem-solver who enjoys developing practical design solutions. Comfortable working within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment. Passionate about modern workplace design, furniture and innovative office solutions.