Product Designer

Are you a technically skilled designer with a passion for creating innovative, high-performance building products?

G.James Windows & Doors is seeking a Product Designer to join our Product & Technical team. This role plays a key part in designing, developing and improving window and door systems that meet market needs, comply with Australian standards, and support our strategic growth.

About G. James

G. James Glass & Aluminium is a leading Australian family-owned company, employing more than 1,800 people nationwide. With over 100 years of operation, we are recognised for quality, stability, and a strong commitment to developing our people and products.

The Role

As a Product Designer, you will work closely with the Product Manager and cross-functional teams to create innovative, functional, and manufacturable window and door designs. You’ll be involved across the full product lifecycle from concept and detailed design through prototyping, testing and commercialisation.

This is a hands-on technical role suited to someone who enjoys combining design creativity with engineering discipline, problem-solving and collaboration. Your work will directly contribute to product performance, customer satisfaction and manufacturing efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Design and develop innovative window and door products that meet functional, aesthetic and performance requirements.

Produce detailed CAD drawings, 3D models, technical documentation and specifications for prototyping and manufacture.

Ensure all designs comply with Australian Standards, building codes and G. James quality requirements.

Support product prototyping and testing activities, including wind & water, acoustics, cycle testing, security and energy performance.

Analyse test results and implement design improvements.

Optimise designs for manufacturability, cost-effectiveness and production efficiency.

Support the Product Manager through product commercialisation and launch activities.

Contribute to continuous improvement of existing products based on market feedback and technical advancements.

Maintain accurate and up-to-date design documentation and records.

Promote and uphold strong health and safety practices.

About You

You are a detail-oriented and technically capable designer who enjoys working in a structured product development environment. You combine strong CAD and engineering skills with a practical understanding of manufacturing and testing, and you communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

What You’ll Bring

Experience in product design within manufacturing, construction or building products (windows and doors highly essential).

Strong proficiency in CAD software such as AutoCAD, Inventor and 3D modelling tools.

Knowledge of aluminium extrusion processes, glazing systems and hardware design.

Understanding of Australian Standards relevant to windows and doors (e.g. AS2047).

Ability to create accurate technical drawings, specifications and tolerances.

Experience supporting prototyping, testing and product validation activities.

Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Effective communication and collaboration skills.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and design/documentation systems.

Qualifications in industrial design, engineering or a related discipline (preferred).

Benefits

Full-time permanent role in a stable, Australian family-owned business

Supportive team and collaborative product development environment

Competitive salary package based on experience

Health insurance benefits - 7% discount with BUPA

Access to Employee Assistance Program - TELUS Health

Free on-site parking

Ongoing training and development opportunities.

If you’re passionate about product design and want to contribute to innovative, high-quality window and door systems, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience.

Please Note: You will be required to undertake a pre-employment medical assessment, including drug and alcohol screening, to secure employment with G. James.

G.James celebrates 109 years in 2026

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