Junior Industrial Designer

Modderfontein, GP, ZAPosted Oct 14, 2026

Job description

Purpose of the job: 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. 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.

Conduct research on 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.

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 organized and follow a systematic method of performing a task. Experience in Solid. Works, Corel. Draw and Key. Shot. A design portfolio exhibiting sound knowledge of first principles and conceptual design.

Personal Attributes Good visual and spatial awareness Well-developed technical and creative skills Highly motivated Solid skills in computer aided design Communication and interpersonal skills. Attention to detail Ability to work independently AECI respects your right to privacy. Please review our privacy policy at https://investor.

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