Senior Development Designer

Thorn Baker Industrial Recruitment are looking for a Senior Development Designer to work for an established POS/POP manufacturer based in Leicester. The company is a fast-paced organisation, and are looking for someone that has worked in a similar type of role. They specialise in the supply of POS/POP within the temporary and permanent display industry. Ideally, you must have some knowledge of the sector. This is a full time office-based role.

Benefits

• Paid time off during company Christmas shutdown period in addition to your annual holiday entitlement
• Death in service x2 years
• Health Shield Peninsula benefits package
• £60,000 per annum

Responsibilities

• Producing development solutions that support client design concepts and technical intent.
• Developing cost-effective and efficient solutions for in-house and outsourced manufacture.
• Conducting site surveys as required to support project delivery.
• Providing technical guidance and support to the development team where needed.
• Identifying risks and reporting them in a timely manner to enable appropriate business decisions.
• Maintaining a professional, honest, and respectful approach at all times, internally and externally.
• Supporting initiatives to reduce costs, improve productivity, and increase efficiency across development activities.
• Adhering to and supporting the implementation of company procedures and policies.
• Communicating issues, risks, or obstacles to the Operations Director to ensure effective resolution.
• Supporting the training and development of junior team members through coaching and knowledge sharing.
• Identifying opportunities for process improvement and contributing to workflow optimisation.
• Collaborating with Planning, Workshop, Prototype, and Pre-Production teams to align development activity with demand, budgets, and production capability.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Excellent time management and the ability to prioritise effectively.
• Strong reporting and documentation skills.
• Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Confidence in building and maintaining effective internal and client relationships.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• A proactive, target-driven approach with the ability to work independently and efficiently.
• A methodical and organised working style with accurate record keeping.
• Good numeracy skills.
• A sound working knowledge of SolidWorks.
• Is experienced with Metalwork, joinery and plastics.

For further information, please call our office on 0116 429 3102 or email leicesterthornbaker.co.uk.