Design Engineer / Technical Designer (POS & Retail Fixtures)

Red Fox Create

Applications open

Company overview

Red Fox Group is a Marketing & Research Agency that offers a full end-to-end Customer & Consumer Marketing service, from insights through to execution (through its network of independent subsidiaries). Red Fox Group assists organisations in becoming indispensable business partners to their customers and brands to win with shoppers at the point of purchase and wherever they are enjoyed.

Red Fox Create is a design and manufacturing company of tailored brand visibility solutions. The business takes pride in delivering impactful solutions that work. Solutions that grab the attention of consumers and shoppers and influence their purchase behaviour. Solutions that are practical to implement in the retail environment, both locally and abroad.
Red Fox Consult is a highly successful Customer and Consumer Marketing consulting business. Red Fox Consult has worked with an enviable list of leading global brands, helping them develop strategies and plans to build their businesses on the African continent. We approach each project as a unique challenge offering tailored solutions. We bring an open mind, natural curiosity, and a desire to really understand our client’s challenges.
Red Fox Insight is a market research agency full of fresh ideas and loads of experience. While we are into new tech, we are grounded in reality – everything we do comes with a strong focus on practical application. We have an Africa-wide network that allows us to conduct research across the continent.
Red Fox Connect is a digital marketing agency that blends strategic, creative, and technical expertise, producing dynamic end-user experiences and memorable brand ignition. We work across the board from digital strategy to web design, video and print production, social to SEO, graphic design, information visualization services and so much more.

Senior Design Engineer / Technical Designer

Red Fox Create is looking for a detail-driven Design Engineer / Technical Designer to join our team. If you love taking bold creative concepts and turning them into equally outstanding realities, this role is for you.

What you’ll do

Using Solidworks, translate 3D designs into detailed, precise technical drawings
Ensure the designs that leave your desk are practical, manufacturable & that appropriate substrates and components are specified
Prepare highly accurate costings & bills of materials
Collaborate with designers, suppliers, procurement, operations and manufacturing
Ensure that your projects are consistently delivered on time and within budget, yet to the highest quality standards

What we’re looking for

7+ years’ experience in design engineering/technical design
Mastery in SolidWorks (essential)
Depth and breadth of knowledge of various materials & manufacturing processes
A practical, precise, solutions-focused mindset with exceptional attention to detail – driven to deliver their best
Someone who is fascinated by the anatomy of things – how all the parts come together to perform their intended function, flawlessly, and knows that the devil and the angels lie in the detail!
An individual whose work ethic and ability to stand firm means they are proud to put their name to every project that leaves the factory floor
An open, positive, collaborative, adaptable person who expresses respect for the expertise, skillsets and diversity of the rest of the team

Salary

Market related commensurate with qualifications and experience.

To apply for the position, please submit your CV and cover letter to bernadette@redfoxgroup.co.za

💡 If you’re ready to work on high-profile retail projects and help bring creative visions to life, we’d love to hear from you!
P.S. If you aren’t excited by a fast paced, varied environment where pressure is high and perfection is the goal, you’re just not Fox material

Red Fox Create is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to contribute to our success.

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