JOB TITLE : Concept Designer
LOCATION : Aylesford, UK
WORKING HOURS : 8am - 4.30pm
A bit about the role
We are looking for a talented Concept Designer to join our team and contribute to the creation of innovative furniture and specialty products. You'll work alongside our Creative Design Manager and Head of Creative to bring design concepts to life, developing CAD models using SolidWorks and Fusion 360. This is a great opportunity to grow your design skills in a dynamic and supportive environment.
Some of your key responsibilities
- Working closely with our Creative Design Manager and Head of Creative to develop design concepts for the furniture and specialty NPD teams.
- Presenting design concepts and CAD development to the wider design team.
- Working closely with our in-house prototype technicians on the development of early prototypes.
- Presenting design concepts and CAD developments to the broader design team for feedback and refinement.
- Partnering with in-house prototype technicians to support the creation and development of initial prototypes using SolidWorks and Fusion 360.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Product Design, Graphic Design, Fine Arts, light design or a related field.Proven experience in product design.Strong SolidWorks user knowledge is essential; Fusion 360 is useful but not essential.Excellent IT skills with competent use of Microsoft Office (mainly Outlook and Excel).Experience in creating high-quality renders and concept sketches.A good understanding of material properties and manufacturing processes.3D printing and prototyping knowledge is useful but not essential.Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and comfortable working to tight deadlines.Highly organized and have an eye for detail.A positive attitude and a matching commitment to innovate.Confident, pro-active, approachable, and happy to turn your hand to anything required.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Company Values
Teamwork - Collaborate effectively with humility, appreciating and integrating individual skills and perspectives to achieve collective goals.Committed - Dedicate yourself fully to your role, going above and beyond with self-motivation and loyalty to achieve individual, team, and company goals.Ownership - Take full responsibility for your work, performance, and conduct, acting with integrity, staying organized, and learning from feedback and mistakes.Positive - Approach tasks with optimism and innovation, viewing challenges as opportunities, and bringing energy and enthusiasm to inspire and motivate others.Responsive - React quickly and effectively to needs and feedback, prioritizing tasks with urgency, embracing change, and maintaining a proactive approach.Why work for us
Pineapple is a leader in designing and manufacturing innovative furniture solutions for challenging environments. A family-run company started in 1975, Pineapple is now a global business with headquarters in Kent (UK) and offices in France, Germany, and the USA.
Pineapple still runs by its original ethos of creating mindfully designed furniture that not only works effortlessly and looks great but also helps foster a calm and supportive environment. Join Pineapple and be part of a team that is dedicated to making a difference through quality, innovation, sustainability, and exceptional customer care.
Proudly featured in The Sunday Times as one of the Best Places to Work 2024Competitive payPension schemeHealthcare Cash Plan – You can claim for medical expenses, dentist or optical services, as well as access to 100s of deals and discounts23 days annual leave + UK bank holidaysExtra day’s leave for your birthdayWorkplace nursery schemeOn joining we'll plant a tree in your honourRegular team socials and eventsMonthly pizza FridayFruit and snacks are provided dailyEmployee referrals bonus schemeRecognition of excellence / Employee rewards schemesCompany volunteering dayHigh quality office environmentSustainability focused businessFree onsite parking / walking distance from train stationWe are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.
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