Industrial Designer

E&D Recruiters
Johannesburg, Gauteng
Full-time
Posted 3 weeks ago
Full-time Engineering
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SUMMARY:
A global leader in electronic initiation products is looking for a Industrial Designer. Modderfontein. Bachelor of Arts or B-tech in Industrial Design and 2 - 3 years of experience in a professional design environment. The incumbent’s role is to develop innovative, ergonomic, user-friendly designs that attract consumers, as well as coordinate the look and function of product lines.

POSITION INFO:
Industrial Designer Modderfontein A global leader in electronic initiation products is looking for an Industrial Designer. The incumbent's role is to develop innovative, ergonomic, user-friendly designs that attract consumers, as well as coordinate the look and function of product lines. Requirements: Qualifications & Experience Bachelor of Arts or B-tech in Industrial Design 2 - 3 years of experience in a professional design environment. Ability to be organised and follow a systematic method of performing a task. Experience in SolidWorks, CorelDraw and KeyShot. A design portfolio exhibiting sound knowledge of first principles and conceptual design. Required outputs: Functional Develop draft sketches and illustrations of new products, or refine existing designs to improve performance and user interaction. Generate detailed engineering drawings and 3D CAD models to validate design intent, tolerances, and functional requirements. Build and test physical prototypes using appropriate materials and fabrication methods. Iterate and optimise designs in accordance with the User Requirements Specification (URS) and engineering validation feedback. Research materials, manufacturing processes, design standards, and product limitations. Ensure designs meet structural, mechanical, and functional requirements while adhering to Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) best practices. Collaborate closely with engineering, production, and supply chain teams to ensure designs are robust, cost-effective, and manufacturable at scale. Perform cost analysis, including material selection, manufacturing processes, and labour inputs, to optimise product viability. Participate in technical design reviews and multidisciplinary engineering meetings. Contribute effectively within cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment between design intent and production capabilities. Please apply via: or e-mail: Please quote Reference number: 4095 - ONLY SA CITIZENS APPLY

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Job TypeFull-time
LocationJohannesburg, Gauteng
CategoryEngineering
Posted5 October 2026
Closing Date4 November 2026
E&D Recruiters
Johannesburg, Gauteng

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