Industrial Designer

SUMMARY:
Industrial Designer (Product, Packaging & Digital Content)
Full-time | Brackenfell | Product design & brand development environment
 
Our client, a Cape Town-based manufacturer specialising in the design and production of premium stainless steel wire products, is seeking a creative and technically skilled Industrial Designer to join their growing team.
 
This role offers a unique blend of product design, packaging development, and digital brand support. The successful candidate will play a key role in developing new products, improving existing designs, creating packaging concepts, and contributing to the company’s visual presence across digital platforms.

POSITION INFO:
What You’ll Do

• Conceptualise and develop new stainless steel wire product designs based on market and customer requirements
• Create detailed 3D models, assemblies, and technical drawings using SolidWorks
• Work closely with the manufacturing team to ensure designs are practical and cost-effective for production
• Assist with prototyping, testing, and refining product designs to improve functionality and durability
• Design product packaging concepts and layouts aligned with brand identity
• Create visual assets and product imagery for catalogues, website, and social media platforms
• Assist in managing and updating the company’s social media presence, showcasing products and new developments
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure products are presented professionally across all marketing channels
• Support the development of product documentation and marketing material
• Contribute ideas for new product innovations and improvements

• Degree or Diploma in Industrial Design, Product Design, or Mechanical Engineering
• Strong proficiency in SolidWorks (essential)
• Experience with CorelDRAW or similar graphic design software
• Understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and product development
• Ability to translate design concepts into functional, manufacturable products
• Interest in branding, packaging design, and digital marketing