The first Woolworths store opened its doors to the public in Cape Town in October 1931. And it was founder Max Sonnenberg who captured the public’s imagination with dynamic store policies that set Woolworths apart from its competitors.
Three years later, a second branch opened in Durban, with another two in Port Elizabeth and Johannesburg a year later. And...
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Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring that each project meets its deadlines and quality standards.
Identify and manage risks associated with each project, proactively addressing any issues that arise.
Work closely with all stakeholders to ensure that project requirements are clearly defined and understood by the teams.
Conduct regular design reviews with cross-functional teams to ensure that designs meet the requirements and standards of all stakeholders.
Ensure that design files and documentation are properly organized, versioned, and shared with relevant stakeholders, this is to also be loaded on the server.
Develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders and suppliers, ensuring that they have the information and specifications they need to deliver quality products on time.
Stay up to date with the latest trends, technologies, and best practices in industrial design, and incorporate them into your work where appropriate.
Communicate effectively with all stakeholders, including executives, designers, engineers, and external partners, to ensure that everyone is aligned and working towards the
same goals.
Interpret store design briefs, including the concept, performance, and production criteria of all new & and existing equipment.
Convert conceptual ideas into technical drawings using relevant software.
Conduct research and formulate a design proposal for projects, while working on the budget of the designed item to ensure cost effectiveness.
Identify the suitability, sustainability, and availability of materials.
Test the design concept and prototypes to ensure safety and function.
Integration across stakeholders (e.g., marketing, non-trade procurement) to discuss and negotiate appropriate production processes, costs, and commercial issues.
Manage equipment catalog & and ensure updated CAD development is filled for all equipment.
Continuously improve quality & value engineering.
Use design thinking methodologies to conduct research and user testing and identify insights that inform design decisions.
Develop production-ready 3D CAD models and design specifications and oversee the manufacturing process to ensure quality and consistency.
Contribute to the development of design processes and standards.
Minimum requirements
Proficiency in 2D and 3D design software, such as Inventor, SolidWorks, and Keyshot or similar
Strong understanding of design thinking methodologies, user-centered design principles, and manufacturing processes
Experience working with cross-functional design teams and managing multiple projects simultaneously.
Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
Able to interpret conceptual ideas into technical drawings.
Able to write technical specifications.
Identifying the suitability and availability of materials as well as researching alternatives
Analytical
Planning & Organizing
Project Management
Cost Management
Supplier management/negotiation
Creativity/innovation
Able to work under pressure/resilient.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Diploma, Bachelor's in Industrial Design.
8 years of experience in industrial design, with a strong portfolio of innovative products.
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