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Closing Date for Application:
Saturday 22/11/2025đ Year in Industry: Product Designer
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đ Location: Ripley, Derby, DE5
đ Company: Manthorpe Building Products (part of Genuit Group)Â
âł Duration: 12 months starting in September 2026.Â
đ° Salary: ÂŁ24,000Â
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đ Who We AreÂ
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Manthorpe Building Products is a leading designer, manufacturer and supplier of plastic injection moulded, vacuum formed and extruded products for the building industry.
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đ§Ș The OpportunityÂ
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Weâre looking for a curious, hands-on Product Design student to join our team for a year in industry.Â
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Youâll work closely with the Development team, Sales Director, and Production department to research, design, and manage new product projects. Youâll also support the development and technical improvement of existing products, serving both the new build and refurbishment sectors of the construction industry.
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Research the current market and monitor changes in the building industry to identify new product opportunities
Develop design briefs and write product design specifications to guide the design process
Create concept designs using traditional sketching, physical modelling, CAD, and rapid prototyping techniques
Use 3D CAD software to develop commercially viable products, selecting appropriate materials and manufacturing methods
Produce 2D technical drawings and supporting documentation to assist the manufacturing process
Evaluate and test prototypes and final components to ensure they meet performance standards and design specifications
Create technical literature and installation instructions using standard IT tools
Provide technical support for existing products and assist with troubleshooting as needed
help ensure the existing product range continues to meet market needs and complies with evolving industry regulations
đŻ What weâre looking forÂ
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We donât expect you to know everything â thatâs what this placement is for! But weâd love to hear from you if youâre:Â
Studying Product Design
Curious, analytical, and great at spotting patterns in data.Â
A team player who enjoys problem-solving (and doesnât mind getting hands-on).Â
Eager to learn, improve, and make an impact.Â
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If youâve got enthusiasm, initiative, and a genuine interest in how things are made, youâll fit right in.Â
đ Whatâs in it for youÂ
A year of real Product Design experience in a major UK manufacturer.Â
Mentorship from experienced professionals who want you to succeed.Â
A chance to see your ideas come to life.Â
A solid boost to your CV.Â
A welcoming, down-to-earth team.Â
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đ How to apply and what to expect if youâre shortlistedÂ
Apply by using the Apply Now button at the bottom of this page!Â
Our Resourcing Team will be in touch with you to ask for a short Video Submission â A 2-minute pitch: "What do you think makes a great Product Designer, and how do you see yourself developing those skills during your placement year?"Â
Face to Face interview â A one-on-one conversation to go deeper and a real-life view of the business, allowing you to get a great feel for us and if it aligns with your vision for your placement!Â
Here at the Genuit Group we recognise and develop the contribution our people make to the Groupâs success and are committed to attracting talent from the widest pool. We have a role to play in making the built environment more sustainable, building a low carbon business ourselves as well as delivering sustainable solutions at scale.
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