Who We Are

HH Global are the leader in tech-enabled creative production and procurement. We amplify marketing campaigns through unrivaled production, procurement leadership and the most advanced sustainability capabilities available. All delivered at scale through industry-leading technology and the passionate expertise of our people.

With more than 4,500 colleagues, 26 creative studios and over 5,800 strategic supplier partners across 64 countries, we work with the best talent across the world to partner with our clients to create big impact through big ideas.

Purpose of the Job

Working as part of a cross-functional team you will transform visualized Retail concepts into manufacturing-ready technical drawings. Working with our team in North America, you will be the design champion for your team’s projects, owning the design and making it your responsibility to deliver it to the best quality possible.

As an experienced Industrial Designer, you will possess extensive knowledge of manufacturing materials, processes and costs and ideally you will demonstrate experience of global manufacture. You will be required, when necessary, to work directly with clients which may include project briefings and presentations, some of which may be face-to-face.

You will be responsible for checking prototypes and factory first-off production units (virtually and / or in person), presenting them to clients as appropriate to advance the project. You are responsible for meeting deadlines, working with your colleagues to design retail solutions that can be manufactured to client expectations. You will need to manage your own time effectively and communicate clearly with your team members to ensure all is on track.

This role operates on a blended basis between the local HH Global office, client site(s) and home as necessary.

Please submit your resume / application in English.

Key Responsibilities

• Working with the wider design team and client services team to realize the chosen design
• Take approved visuals / concepts and produce 3D models and manufacturing technical drawings using SolidWorks 3D CAD software
• Be able to sketch solutions to assembly / manufacturing challenges or for estimation purposes
• Ensure projects are designed to budget, actively looking for and promoting cost-saving opportunities during the design development
• Work closely with Technical Buyers to develop the appropriate combination of design and supplier, ensuring that designs meet the manufacturing capabilities of the supply base
• Be conscious of varying regional supply capabilities and designing for the right market
• Manage the build and completion of your prototypes, ensuring the unit is presented to the client to the highest quality and on time
• Visit factories as needed to verify display unit construction, specifications and quality
• Create project documentation that adheres to company defined processes - detailed parts lists, QC reports, risk assessments and assembly guides
• Ensure designs are fit for purpose, adhering to any client requirements or health & safety needs _ conduct testing if required
• Manage your time and projects to meet agreed deadlines
• Maintain excellent communication across all departments ensuring all relevant project information is circulated to all parties
• Be highly motivated and bring good interpersonal skills to benefit your team during pressured situations

Knowledge, Skills + Experience

• Degree or similar level qualification in product design engineering or related discipline
• Experience of working in Point of Purchase / Point of Sale (POP / POS) and Retail Fixture Design industry
• Working understanding and experience in designing for manufacture in

• • Metal: sheet, wire tubular fabrication, welding and finishing
  • Plastic: sheet fabrication, vacuum forming, injection molding and extrusion
  • Wood: fabrication and finishing

• Design development and project process awareness
• Experienced user of 3D parametric CAD, SolidWorks preferred plus Microsoft programs
• Self-motivated - does not need constant supervision to stay productive
• A good communicator, able to get ideas across and manage expectations in a non-confrontational manner
• Good sketching ability
• Good time management, working in an organised fashion
• Positive approach to problem solving / lateral thinking
• Very good attention to detail
• Very good interpersonal skills - works well in a team environment and confident in front of clients
• Ability to work flexible hours, when necessary, available to travel
• Excellent English language skills

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We thank all applicants for their interest in a career with us. HH Global are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all suitably qualified candidates from any background, regardless of any personal characteristic, especially those protected by law.

We will make reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process to accommodate any disability. In the first instance, if you require this job advert in an alternative format, or require any assistance, please reach out to [email protected]

Please note that we carry out a variety of pre-employment background checks which are appropriate for the country that you are based in. These may include: employment history, right to work, identity, professional qualifications, criminal record, sanction file and / or CIFAS checks.