Design the Spaces Where Childhood Comes to Life
Welcome to The Play Company
At The Play Company, we don’t just design play areas, we create the places where childhood happens.
From the UK to Europe and the US and beyond, we design and manufacture one-of-a-kind play environments that spark imagination, laughter, and adventure. As a family-run business, we believe the best experiences, for our customers and our team, come from care, creativity, and people who genuinely enjoy what they do.
What you design today… becomes part of someone’s childhood tomorrow.
Why This Role Feels Different
This isn’t just another design role, it’s an opportunity to shape exciting environments that families and children experience around the world.
Every concept, layout, and 3D model you create helps transform ideas into immersive play experiences. From soft play centres to large-scale family entertainment venues, your work will play a key role in bringing imaginative spaces to life.
We trust our people and encourage creativity, innovation, and fresh thinking. We take pride in high standards and collaborative working, while making sure our workplace remains supportive, welcoming, and enjoyable. After all, we are creating fun!
The Role: 3D Designer
We’re growing, and we’re looking for a creative, detail-focused designer who wants to be part of that journey.
As part of our design team, you’ll create bespoke 3D models, layouts, technical drawings, and visual concepts for indoor play and family entertainment projects across the UK and internationally.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys combining creativity with technical precision, someone who can turn ideas into exciting, functional spaces while working closely with colleagues, clients, and production teams.
You’ll be trusted, supported, and given the opportunity to develop your skills while contributing to innovative projects that make a real impact.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Creating bespoke, exciting, and innovative 3D models, layouts, and drawings for customer projects
- Producing 2D plans and layouts to establish functionality and space planning
- Designing and redesigning concepts to meet customer specifications and project requirements
- Producing high-quality 3D renderings for Soft Play frames and Family Entertainment Centres
- Reviewing drawings and designs to identify and resolve specification or technical issues
- Working to BS EN 1176 and ASTM F1918 design standards
- Researching and developing new design styles, ideas, and techniques
- Collaborating closely with colleagues across design, sales, and production teams
- Supporting the pricing and costing of 3D designs and project concepts
- Managing multiple projects while working to deadlines and timelines
- Adapting designs quickly in response to specification or customer changes
- Building strong working relationships and contributing to a positive team environment
- Taking pride in producing high-quality designs that help create unforgettable play experiences
What Makes You a Great Fit
We’re looking for someone with creativity, attention to detail, and a genuine passion for design.
You’ll thrive here if you:
- Have a degree-level qualification (or equivalent) in Product Design, Industrial Design, or a related field
- Have strong IT skills in SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Adobe Suite, and Microsoft Office
- Can confidently read and interpret both 2D and 3D drawings
- Have a highly creative mindset and enjoy bringing ideas to life
- Have excellent attention to detail and take pride in your work
- Are organised and able to manage workloads, deadlines, and timelines effectively
- Can take measurements, specifications, and instructions and apply them accurately to designs
- Are adaptable and able to respond quickly to changes in project requirements
- Communicate confidently with colleagues, customers, and stakeholders at all levels
- Work well independently while contributing positively to a team environment
- Enjoy working in a fast-paced, creative environment where every project is different
Working Pattern
- Full-time position
- Monday–Friday
- Our design team is based in Exeter, however we are open to fully remote or hybrid working for the right candidate
We believe a good work life balance is important, and we’re committed to creating an environment where people can do their best work while enjoying what they do.
What You’ll Get Back
We believe people do their best work when they feel trusted, supported, and valued.
- £26,500.00–£30,000.00 per year
- 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
- Your birthday off to celebrate! (Because who wants to work on their birthday?)
- Pension scheme
- Annual flu jab & healthcare
- Free parking & on-site facilities
- Company events that bring people together
- Ongoing training and opportunities to develop new skills
And most importantly:
- A supportive, down-to-earth team
- A workplace where your creativity and effort are recognised
- The opportunity to grow within a successful and expanding business
- The chance to work on exciting projects seen by families around the world
- The opportunity to create something you can genuinely be proud of
The Bigger Picture
This role is about more than creating drawings and models.
It’s about:
- Designing imaginative environments that inspire children and families
- Being part of a growing and ambitious business
- Combining creativity with practical problem-solving
- Helping turn ideas into real-world experiences
- Working with a team that genuinely cares about quality and innovation
If you’re someone who enjoys creative design, values teamwork and high standards, and wants to be part of a company where people genuinely enjoy what they do, you’ll fit right in.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £26,500.00-£30,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Free flu jabs
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
Work Location: Remote
