Senior Development Designer

A global leader in point-of-sale (POS) innovation is seeking an experienced Senior Development Designer to join their high-performing engineering team in the East Midlands. This is a pivotal role within a business that partners with some of the most recognisable brands in retail, delivering complex, high-impact display solutions across plastic fabrication, injection moulding and advanced manufacturing processes. As a Senior Development Designer, you will take ownership of the end-to-end design and development of sophisticated POS display units. You will play a key role in shaping technical direction, driving engineering excellence, and ensuring the successful delivery of innovative solutions for major global retailers. Key responsibilities of the Senior Development Designer will include: * Leading the design and development of complex POS products from concept through to production, utilising expertise in injection moulding, sheet metal fabrication, vacuum forming and other manufacturing processes. * Driving DFM strategy and overseeing overseas manufacturing development, working closely with international suppliers, production partners and cross-functional teams. * Managing prototyping and production, ensuring seamless transition from prototype to mass manufacture while maintaining quality, cost and performance targets. * Championing engineering best practice, conducting technical reviews, identifying improvements and ensuring robust documentation throughout the project lifecycle. To be successful in this Senior Development Designer role, you should demonstrate: * Proven experience as a Product Design Engineer, Senior Product Development Engineer, or Mechanical Engineer within a manufacturing environment. * A relevant engineering degree or equivalent technical qualification. * Strong background in POS / POP design (highly desirable). * Expertise in design for manufacture and assembly (DFMA). * Advanced knowledge of plastic injection moulding and plastic fabrication processes. * High proficiency in SolidWorks, with the ability to produce complex, production-ready models and drawings. Day-to-Day Responsibilities * Collaborating with cross-functional teams including production, commercial, and overseas manufacturing partners. * Leading design reviews and presenting engineering recommendations. * Producing and maintaining detailed technical documentation, specifications and BOMs. Benefits * Up to £60,000 salary * 31 days holiday (including Bank Holidays) * Ongoing professional development and opportunities for progression * Supportive, innovative environment within a global market leader If you're ready to take the next step in your engineering career and contribute to industry-leading POS solutions, click the 'apply' button below