64 Technical Design jobs in South Africa
Lecturer: Product Design
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Faculty
Informatics & Design
Department
Cape Peninsula University of Technology -> Informatics & Design
Campus/ Location
District Six Campus - Cape Town, WC ZA (Primary)
Job Type
Permanent
Occupational Function
Academic
Number of Positions
1
Annual Salary Package (incl. Medical Aid rate based on principal member only)
To be confirmed
Advert Closing Date
2/11/2025
Job Purpose
To support the faculty and department in pursuit of its academic and research objectives which include to: teach according to a set syllabus; undertake research and innovation; contribute to curriculum development and design; engage in work integrated learning and develop service-learning activities.
Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- A Master's Degree in Product Design
- At least two (2) years' relevant Lecturing experience in Higher Education
Recommendations
- Working knowledge of Solidworks and Rhino software (Subject to a competency test
- At least two (2) years' industry experience in Product and Industrial Design
Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities
- Lectures subjects within the field of Product Design and Jewellery Design Drawing and Software
- Participate in curriculum development
- Perform appropriate academic and administrative duties in the Department Participate in the Quality
- Assurance activities of the Department Participate in research
- Contribute to community initiatives by integrating community interventions into curriculum.
- Develop and maintain linkages with industry and professional bodies on co-operative education, new techniques/technologies, and research projects
- Assist with marketing and recruitment activities
- Perform other functions as may be assigned by the Head of Department
Competencies
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Good organizing & planning skills
- Administrative Skills
- Technical/Professional knowledge
- Interpersonal Skills
- Strong Learner focus
- Adaptability
- Coaching Skills
- Continuous Learning
- High level presentation skills
- Drawing skills
- In-depth knowledge of the design process
- In-depth knowledge of jewellery manufacturing processes, manual and digital.
General Information
Closing Date: 02 November 2025
For enquires: Jabu Makhambi email:
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The Cape Peninsula University of Technology is committed to Employment Equity and aims to attract and retain talented individuals to achieve our equity objectives and therefore, people from the designated groups, including those with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to applicants whose appointment contributes towards the achievement of demographic representation. We reserve the right not to make an appointment.
Product Design Lead
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We are seeking an experienced and visionary User Experience Lead to drive the strategy, architecture, and execution of world-class user experiences for our clients. This is a client-facing role that requires excellent communication and presentation skills in English. The ideal candidate will work closely with clients to gather requirements, propose the best information architecture, and define the most effective user experience solutions whether for marketing websites or full-scale digital products.
In addition to client engagement, this role will guide and mentor designers, ensuring that the team delivers cohesive, high-impact design outcomes that balance user needs with business objectives.
Who We Want- A UX leader with strong expertise in user-centered design, architecture, and client engagement.
- Someone who can translate business requirements and client needs into clear, elegant, and impactful user journeys.
- A collaborator who thrives in cross-functional teams, bridging design, engineering, and business goals.
- A mentor who uplifts designers while maintaining a hands-on role in UX direction and solution design.
This position reports directly to the Head of Marketing, and collaborates closely with product managers, engineers, and client stakeholders.
Key ResponsibilitiesClient Engagement & UX Leadership
- Lead client workshops, requirement-gathering sessions, and stakeholder interviews.
- Translate client needs into information architecture, user flows, and wireframes.
- Propose the best UX solutions tailored to both marketing websites and product platforms.
- Present UX concepts and strategies to clients with confidence and clarity.
- Conduct user research, competitive benchmarking, and usability testing.
- Translate findings into actionable recommendations that improve customer satisfaction.
- Advocate for accessibility, inclusivity, and best practices in user experience.
- Oversee and evolve design frameworks and systems to ensure consistency across projects.
- Deliver high-level UX documentation (site maps, wireframes, prototypes).
- Collaborate with UI designers to transform UX concepts into visually compelling experiences.
- Work with product managers and engineers to ensure UX is feasible, scalable, and aligned with client objectives.
- Collaborate with marketing/content teams for unified brand storytelling across digital touchpoints.
- Facilitate design sprints, feedback loops, and cross-functional workshops.
- Lead and mentor a team of UX and UI designers.
- Provide clear direction, feedback, and support to elevate design quality.
- Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and client-first thinking.
- 6+ years of experience in UX design, information architecture, or product design.
- Proven experience leading client-facing projects from discovery to delivery.
- Expertise in UX tools: Figma, Framer, Adobe Creative Suite, and prototyping tools.
- Strong knowledge of design systems, usability testing, and UX methodologies.
- Demonstrated ability to propose and present UX strategies to clients.
- Fluent English communication and presentation skills are mandatory.
- Experience working on both marketing websites and product platforms.
- Motion/interaction design skills for enhancing user flows and storytelling.
- Strong portfolio demonstrating UX leadership and client-facing expertise.
Senior Product Design Lead
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Requisition Details & Talent Acquisition Specialist
REQ Keabetswe Modise
Closing Date: 10 October 2025
Location
Nedbank 135 Rivonia Campus – Sandton - Hybrid
Cluster
Group Technology – Enterprise Design
Career Stream
Design
Leadership Pipeline
Manage Managers
Job Purpose
We are looking for a visionary Senior Product Design Lead to drive the design strategy and execution for our client and product onboarding portfolio. This role is pivotal in shaping human-centred, scalable, and future-ready experiences that align with business objectives and deliver measurable impact.
You will lead a team of designers, foster a culture of design excellence and innovation, and collaborate closely with product, engineering, research, and business stakeholders to ensure solutions are feasible, impactful, and delightful.
Job Responsibilities
Lead Design Strategy & Execution
- Translate strategic objectives and validated user problems into intuitive, scalable design solutions.
- Define and evolve design systems, guidelines, and frameworks to ensure consistency and efficiency.
Champion User-Centred Design
- Conduct and leverage user research, usability testing, and data insights to inform design decisions.
- Advocate for inclusive, accessible, and omni-channel experiences across all touchpoints.
Drive Innovation & Future Readiness
- Integrate AI-driven tools and emerging technologies into the design process to enhance efficiency and creativity.
- Promote service design thinking to deliver seamless end-to-end experiences.
Mentorship & Leadership
- Guide and mentor designers, fostering a growth mindset and culture of collaboration.
- Influence stakeholders through clear communication, storytelling, and co-creation workshops.
Operational Excellence
- Ensure alignment with technical infrastructure, design standards, and agile delivery practices.
- Manage timelines, priorities, and resources to deliver high-quality outputs on schedule.
Minimum Experience
- 8+ years in UI/UX or Product Design, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
- Proven experience in leading design teams and delivering complex digital products at scale.
Qualifications
- Essential: Matric / Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate
- Preferred: Degree or Certification in Design, HCI, or related field from an accredited institution.
Skills & Exposure
- Design Tools: Figma, Miro (advanced proficiency).
- Prototyping: High-fidelity prototyping in Figma.
- Technical Acumen: Basic front-end understanding (HTML, CSS), strong grasp of software delivery at scale.
- Methodologies: Agile, Lean UX, and service design practices for omni-channel experiences.
Technical & Professional Knowledge
- Full Product Design lifecycle and Design Systems.
- AI as a design enabler and data-driven design practices.
- Strong understanding of UX metrics, analytics, and performance measurement.
- Familiarity with journey mapping, service design, and accessibility standards.
Behavioural Competencies
- High performance, purpose-led:Create a culture of purpose-led, client-centred, and values-driven performance.
- Driving Successful Customer Engagements
- Driving Innovation
- Building Talent
- Accountability
- Portfolio Management
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Senior Designer, Product Design
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Business Segment: Business & Commercial Banking
Location: ZA, GP, Johannesburg, 30 Baker Street
Job Type: Full-time
Job Ref ID: A-0002
Date Posted: 9/25/2025
Job Description
To create and implement operational plans to achieve the scalability requirements of experience design.
Qualifications
Qualification
Information Studies Degree
Experience
5-7 years demonstrated workplace experience within the area of specialisation with evidence of contribution to the experience design practice
Additional Information
Behavioural Competencies
Articulating Information
Challenging Ideas
Convincing People
Developing Expertise
Establishing Rapport
Technical Competencies
Product and Services Knowledge
Data Analysis and Effective Design
Requirements Gathering and Management
Research and Information Gathering
Service Management Processes
Client Journeys and Personas
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Design Engineer – Product Development
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About the Role
Tigerhire is entering an exciting phase of product development, with plans to expand into new
machines within the construction and landscaping sectors. We are seeking a Design Engineer who
can take ownership of the full design process — from concept sketches and CAD models through to
prototype build, testing, and production launch.
This role is suited to a driven, creative, and practical engineer who is motivated to be part of a
growing, forward-thinking team. The Design Engineer will work closely with our existing
engineering and operations teams to deliver machines that are reliable, innovative, and
commercially viable.
Key Responsibilities
Concept Development: Generate creative, practical designs for new machines that meet
customer needs and market opportunities.
CAD Modelling: Produce accurate 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, and detailed
specifications for manufacture.
rototype Development: Oversee prototype builds, coordinating with workshop engineers
to ensure successful assembly and functionality.
esting & Validation: Run prototype trials, analyse results, and implement improvements to
deliver robust final designs.
ross-Functional Collaboration: Work with operations, sales, and aftercare teams to ensure
new products meet commercial, service, and customer requirements.
nnovation: Identify new opportunities in construction and landscaping, contributing ideas
to strengthen Tigerhire's product portfolio.
ompliance: Ensure all designs meet relevant safety, environmental, and industry
standards.
ontinuous Improvement: Refine existing designs to improve performance, reliability, and
cost-effectiveness.
Personal Qualities
ighly driven, enthusiastic, and committed to bringing new ideas to life.
orward-thinking, with a problem-solving mindset and a passion for innovation.
ractical and hands-on — comfortable working with engineers to turn concepts into working
machines.
laborative, team-oriented, and eager to be part of a business that is growing fast.
etail-focused and disciplined in delivering projects on time.
Experience Required:
egree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical/Design Engineering.
inimum 5 years' experience in product design, ideally in machinery, construction
equipment, agricultural or landscaping equipment.
trong proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks, Inventor, or similar).
xperience of prototype development and testing.
nowledge of compliance requirements (CE/UKCA marking, machinery safety standards,
etc.).
ackground in manufacturing or engineering businesses where products move from concept
to production.
Design System Lead
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We are seeking an experienced
Design System Lead
to join a dynamic team within the
Aviation sector.
As a
Senior Associate
, you will play a key role in driving the evolution and maintenance of a comprehensive design system, ensuring consistency, scalability, and quality across multiple Agile squads.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and Maintain Design Systems: Create, document, and evolve a scalable design system, ensuring cross-platform consistency, accessibility, and responsiveness.
- Cross-Team Collaboration: Work closely with UX/UI Designers, Service Designers, product teams, and development teams to integrate design components into the system and ensure alignment.
- Governance & Quality Control: Review and audit design elements across teams to ensure consistency and quality standards, advocating for best practices in visual and interaction design.
- Frontend Development Collaboration: Ensure seamless translation of design components into frontend code, optimizing for performance and accessibility.
- Accessibility & Performance: Ensure compliance with WCAG guidelines, optimize UI elements for efficiency, and conduct usability audits.
Core Skills & Experience:
- Proven expertise in design systems, component libraries, and scalable UI frameworks.
- Strong proficiency in Figma and design system management tools.
- Experience with multi-platform responsive design (desktop, mobile, tablet).
- Solid understanding of WCAG accessibility standards.
- Strong leadership, governance, and collaboration skills, with experience in Agile environments.
- Familiarity with design tokens, frontend handoff, and development integration (e.g., Figma Dev Mode).
Product Manager with a knack for Design
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Do you have a knack for design with a strategic mindset, a passion for user experience, and an eye for impactful product decisions? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment where your work directly shapes the future of a product? If so, we want to hear from you
Codekeeper is accepting applications for the next two months and will fill the position as soon as we've found the perfect match.
Job DescriptionAs a Product Manager, your primary focus will be translating customer needs into intuitive user experiences while ensuring that design decisions align with broader product goals. You'll work at the intersection of design, product management, and user research, bridging the gap between business requirements and seamless digital experiences.
Key Responsibilities- Ensure a well-thought-out and functional product.
- Translate into design for development.
- Own the design process from concept to execution, translating customer needs into engaging and intuitive interfaces.
- Make use of the ShadCN design library to put the design elements together
- Collaborate with the Product Manager and/or Creative Director to conduct research, design, and prototype new user experiences.
- Develop user cases, scenarios, wireframes, prototypes, and mockups for screens and flows.
- Create visual assets and document design guidelines for implementation.
Codekeeper was founded by tech industry professionals to revolutionize software escrow for the cloud era. We offer state-of-the-art software escrow solutions that mitigate third-party risks in business operations. As a remote-first company with a central office in The Hague, we prioritize a healthy, resilient organization to support the development of our robust app.
What We Offer- Passionate and fun-loving colleagues
- Startup mindset with ample opportunities for growth
- Regular team activities and gatherings
- Comprehensive onboarding process with a dedicated ramp-up period
- A supportive team that values open communication and direct feedback
- A chance to excel in your career and make a difference
- Strong experience in UX/UI design, product design, or a related field.
- A strategic approach to design—thinking beyond aesthetics to consider usability, accessibility, and business impact.
- Proficiency in Figma
- Experience with user research, journey mapping, and data-informed design decisions.
- Strong visual design skills, including typography, color theory, and layout principles.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Proficient copywriting skills in English.
- Dedication, enthusiasm, and a sense of humor.
- Analysis of user journeys.
- Working with design systems and symbol libraries.
- Access to a Mac with Figma (or preference for this design tool).
- Job Location: Remote (#LI-Remote)
- Join us to shape the future of software escrow
Please send an application that speaks directly to how you would like to fill this position. There are no right answers or expectations. Show us your role in our company's future and our role in yours. Address some of the work we do. Introduce yourself as a colleague. Feel free to respond in either Dutch or English.
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Design Engineer
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Design Engineer
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GIBB's multi-award-winning Integrated Infrastructure (WIIG) Sector provides the roots for communities using innovative and sustainable engineering design, urban planning, and advisory services. Here you will find an environment conducive to helping you make the most of your abilities and skills.
This Sector is looking for another talented professional to complement their team, in the form of a Design Engineer (Infrastructure).
We welcome your application if you believe you meet the requirements for this position.
The below listed responsibilities and requirements are assessed during the interview stages and will further be confirmed with the relevant professional references that you currently are or have reported to in your previously two positions.
Core Purpose
The purpose of the job is to produce technical deliverables on of large scale multi-disciplinary infrastructure projects.
Specific focus on civil Infrastructure design using Civil Designer and/or Civil 3D is a requirement.
To carry out the planning, design, site supervision and construction monitoring for both internal and external civil municipal infrastructure (water, and sewer, roads and stormwater including stormwater management plan) for existing and new developments for both Private and Public Sector Clients.
Compilation of Tender Documentation including Conditions of Contract, Specifications, Bills of Quantities and Tender Drawings.
Key Performance Areas
- Design and prepare detailed documentation for municipal engineering services.
- Plan, organise, and control specific technical tasks to achieve project objectives.
- Work independently on technical deliverables across various project stages.
- Prepare technical reports, design drawings, and presentations for internal and client communication.
- Apply sound knowledge of GCC 2015, SABS 1200, and COLTO specifications in all project work.
- Manage and coordinate the design and documentation of both greenfield and brownfield projects.
- Ensure all work aligns with the company's Quality Management System (QMS) and applicable standards.
- Utilise Civil Designer, Civil 3D, and AutoCAD software effectively for design and documentation purposes.
- Communicate effectively with team members, clients, and stakeholders to support collaboration and information sharing.
- Provide technical guidance and contribute to maintaining high-quality engineering standards.
- Keep abreast of developments in technical best practice, design standards, and industry trends.
Job Requirements:
Qualifications:
- Applicable Bachelor's for BTech degree in Civil Engineering.
- Registration with ECSA (preferred).
Experience:
- 5 or more years' experience with specific Municipal Infrastructure Design experience a pre-requisite.
Person Requirements:
Core Competencies:
- Knowledge and experience in working with AutoCAD.
- Experience working in Civil Designer Software and/or Civil3D.
- Knowledge and experience of Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Competent in preparing and presenting technical reports including Services reports.
- Knowledge of Document Management for Drawings and Documents including reports, tenders, contracts, etc.
- Drafting of tender documents including project specifications.
- Knowledge for the preparation of tender evaluation reports.
- Contract administration in the form taking site meeting minutes, reviewing of construction programmes, etc.
- Knowledge and experience of Quality assurance when carrying out site inspections and adherence to local authority standards.
- Knowledge of cost estimating of different design development options.
Additional Competencies:
- Attention to detail and problem solving abilities;
- Strong organisational and planning skills;
- MS Office literacy;
- Good interpersonal skills;
- Strong verbal and written communication skills;
- Ability to use own initiative to identify priorities and organize own work;
- Fluent in English;
- Valid full driver's license;
- Medically fit;
- Responsible & self-motivated;
- A team player who forms part of a team to produce technical deliverables of the right quality to meet the scope within the time and budget;
- Attention to detail and problem solving abilities;
- Strong organisational and planning skills.
Design Engineer
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Lead Design/Reverse Engineering Specialist - SPZA
Location: Elandsfontein
Company: Sulzer Pumps South Africa – Services Division
Employment Type: Full-Time
Sulzer offers you a wealth of opportunities to drive your career into the direction that you want, depending on your skills and interests. We invite you to apply if you are ready to take the next step.
Job Summary:
Sulzer is looking for an experienced Lead Design/Reverse Engineering Specialist, who will manage all mechanical design activities relating to retrofit engineering through the design stage, to handover, to production, observing the need to apply on time and cost-effective solutions and ensuring costs are controlled within the estimates provided. Work with and support tendering, projects, production, quality, etc. on issues within field of knowledge. As required, providing support to the wider Service network
In this role, you will be accountable for:
Deputizes for the Head of Engineering where appropriate
Instruct, direct, develop, motivate, supervise, and monitor the performance of all members of the allocated team
Provision of technical advice and support to internal and external customers
Attendance, where appropriate, at client meetings to support Sales, Tendering and Projects with technical advice or justifications
Undertake responsibility for all design, processing and supporting activities for the assigned projects, including, where appropriate, pre-sales support
Compile/oversee engineering retrofit design studies for each order or contract and arrange specialist support assistance when required ensuring compliance with specifications
Create, review and approve specifications, calculations, drawings, requisitions, and bill of materials to satisfy design, manufacture, and customer requirements.
Compile/oversee the specification and ordering of factored equipment such as motors, gearboxes, lube oil systems, mechanical seals, seal systems and couplings, etc
Co-ordinate/oversee design review process and records.
Observe the need to apply cost effective solutions and retrofits that add value to our customers.
Ensure product development ideas are passed to the appropriate channels.
Prepare monthly workload reports from the allocated team as required.
Participate in review of non-conformance reports, warranties, etc., to identify trends and act to eliminate root causes
Perform the required administrative roles as required within the job title.
Participate and actively support company initiatives. (E.g. digitization and sustainability projects)
Ensure your own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by your acts or omissions
Co-operate with the requirements of the Environmental, Health, Safety, and Energy management systems
Co-operate with the company to enable it to discharge its own responsibilities effectively
All other duties relevant to the post
To succeed in this role, you will need:
- Engineering apprenticeship or equivalent experience
- 10 Years of relevant experience within related industry including knowledge of industry practices & standards
- Good pump product design understanding
- Materials knowledge as related to product/industry areas
- Design and drafting skills
- CAD and general computer skills
- SAP experience
- NX experience
- PLM experience
- Retrofit of complex equipment experience
- Communication skills
- Experience and product knowledge
- Negotiating skills
- Influencing and persuasion skills
- Relationship management skills
- Staff management skills
- Commercial acumen
- Customer service skills
- Time management skills
- Organisational skills
- Ability to act independently.
- Flexibility and ability to adapt tochange
- Attention to detail
- Computer skills
No visa or work permit support can be provided for this role.
Do you have a question about the role?
Reach out to the talent acquisition team at the following email address: Hudson, Natalie We are looking forward to hearing from you
Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.
We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2025 in Brazil, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.