Junior Product Designer - Industrial Products in Welshpool

This is a hands-on industrial product design role within a growing Product Design Innovation team based at a UK manufacturing headquarters. You will be working inside R&D on real, manufactured products used in demanding industrial environments. This is not consumer design and not purely conceptual work. Your designs will go through testing, validation, compliance, and production. This role suits a junior designer who wants to understand how good ideas survive manufacturing reality. What youll be doing Supporting the design and development of new industrial products Creating 3D CAD models, assemblies, and production-ready drawings Using in-house 3D printing to prototype, test, and refine designs Assisting with prototyping, mechanical testing, and design validation Producing clear design documentation, visuals, and technical illustrations Working closely with engineering, compliance, and manufacturing teams Supporting product life cycle management activities Following structured design review and release processes Contributing ideas and problem-solving across live development projects What youll need Degree in Industrial Design or Product Design Minimum 2 years industry experience A portfolio showing ideas taken from sketch through to manufactured product SolidWorks experience preferred A working understanding of manufacturing processes and materials Strong attention to detail with a methodical approach Good communication skills and confidence working in a team environment Self-motivated, adaptable, and keen to learn Why this role You will gain exposure to full product life cycles, not just isolated concepts. Youll build practical experience in industrial design that translates directly into long-term career progression. About Us At Thomas Lee Recruitment, we specialise in connecting engineers and technical salespeople with leading companies in the engineering sector. We pride ourselves on offering a personalised, professional, and transparent recruitment service. Our focus is on understanding both client and candidate needs to ensure the best possible match. How to Apply All applications will be responded to. Please ensure you have the right to work in the UK before applying. By applying for this role, you accept our Terms & Conditions, Privacy Policy, and Disclaimers, which can be found on our website.