Technical Designer
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£41,700
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role may qualify for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 3120 is an eligible occupation, but we are only 55% sure that is the right code. ACIERTA is a licensed sponsor, so if the code fits, the role should qualify. Check the occupation eligibility rules against what the job actually involves.
Worth checking: this could also be SOC 3421 (Interior designers), which is not on the eligible-occupation list. Ask ACIERTA what the duties actually are.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
3120 CAD, drawing and architectural technicians Most likely code | £33,400 | £33,400 | £37,500 | £41,700 |
3429 Design occupations not elsewhere classified Also possible | £33,400 | £41,700 | £41,700 | £41,700 |
3421 Interior designers Also possible | £33,400 | £41,700 | £41,700 | £41,700 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
About Acierta
Acierta is a global design and production house with offices across Spain, the UK, France, Qatar, and the US, delivering creative, production and installation solutions across Retail and Hospitality. Since 2005, we have combined creativity, technical expertise and operational excellence to deliver projects ranging from large-scale rollouts to bespoke brand activations for leading global brands.
The Role
Location: Hackney, London.
Work arrangement: On-site · Full-time
We are looking for an experienced Technical Designer with a strong technical background and a solid understanding of product development and manufacturing processes.
The role focuses on translating creative concepts into technically viable, production-ready solutions. The successful candidate will work closely with Project and Production teams, supporting the technical development and execution of a wide range of projects, including:
- Permanent luxury retail environments
- Temporary installations, including pop-ups and showrooms
- Window displays
- Point-of-sale (POS) products
- Product development
Key responsibilities
- Translate creative concepts into technically sound and buildable solutions.
- Develop technical solutions, including construction systems, technical details and specifications for industrial and/or artisanal manufacturing.
- Produce detailed technical drawings and 3D models using SolidWorks.
- Prepare clear, accurate technical documentation for production, ensuring it can be effectively interpreted by suppliers and workshops.
- Work closely with Project and Production teams, suppliers and workshops throughout the production and execution process, identifying and resolving technical issues during production and installation.
- Adapt designs and technical solutions to meet manufacturing requirements.
Essential requirements
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in technical product development.
- Advanced proficiency in SolidWorks, with demonstrable experience.
- Good proficiency in Rhinoceros and AutoCAD, with demonstrable experience.
- Experience in an industrial, production, manufacturing, shopfitting or bespoke manufacturing environment.
- Strong knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes, both industrial and artisanal.
- Experience working closely with production teams or adapting designs for manufacturing.
- Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office and SketchUp.
- Proactive, organised and able to manage time and deadlines independently.
- Degree in Industrial Design Engineering and Product Development, Product Design or a related field.
Contact
If you are interested, please apply or send your CV and portfolio to [email protected], including "Technical Designer UK" in the subject line.
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with ACIERTA, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
CAD, drawing and architectural technicians (SOC 3120) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~46k in sample- Middle half £28,756–41,964
- Median £34,632
- Going rate £41,700
- Threshold £41,700
Similar sponsored roles
See all UK visa jobsNo close matches live right now.
Browse more sponsored jobs at ACIERTAAbout sponsorship for this role
Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. ACIERTA holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 3120 going rate of £41,700. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.