Unlock new opportunities in product design and drive future growth with our innovative Research & Development Team.
We are seeking an exceptional designer to join our team in Sydney, working on the development of unique products that meet customer needs.
Jeld-Wen is a leading manufacturer with operations in 24 countries globally. We have a strong presence in the Australasia region with over 70 facilities and employ over 5,000 staff.
Our vision is to inspire customers through leading brands, great service, and innovative solutions leveraging our portfolio, while enhancing our ease of doing business built on operational excellence.
The Opportunity
You will assist in designing and supporting products that drive business growth.
Key Responsibilities
* Design, develop and improve products using lean methodologies
* Develop and improve products from concept/design scope to proof of developed concept
* Project manage activities, as well as coordinating the implementation of changes
* Continuously improve processes where opportunities exist
* Work closely with the Product Implementation team to resolve design details or discrepancies
* Collaborate with Product Management to identify and visualise product opportunities
* In conjunction facilitate design research activities and ideation workshops
* Translate insights and ideas into viable design strategies and concepts
* Present design work using diverse tools (i.e. sketches, storyboards, 3D renders, CAD drawings, and physical prototypes)
* Continual research into new design products, technologies and processes
* Work closely with Procurement to identify suitable manufacturing partners
* Manage the product lifecycle across the full range
* Prepare and provide all relevant documentation for your design work
About You
* Minimum 3 years experience in product design, windows or doors (highly desirable)
* Degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, and/or Engineering
* Understanding of building standards and legislation
* Hands-on experience with collaborating with cross-functional teams
* Skills in graphic design, sketching, CAD, and 3D modelling
* Demonstrable design portfolio of work that illustrates capability to meet business needs
* Experience with a range of materials
* Continuous Improvement Knowledge (Lean methodologies)
* Understanding of marketing principles (i.e. Tollgate processes)
* Ability to adopt software systems seamlessly
* Experience in multi-national business
* Manufacturing or similar industry experience (highly desirable)
What's On Offer
* Flexible working hours
* Ongoing training and career development
* A competitive remuneration package
* Generous discounts on our extensive range of products
* On-site parking
* Ability to schedule leave every year at Christmas
* Birthday off every year