Hi, I’m Shannon, a motivated Product Designer with a Master’s degree and over three years of experience in design engineering and project management. I have a strong background in marine, consumer, and garden power tools, combining creativity with technical skills to develop innovative and functional designs. I’m passionate about seeing a project through from concept to production-ready solutions. I thrive in collaborative and forward-thinking environments where I can grow and make a meaningful impact. My experience spans new product development, market research, and client communication, and I’m always eager to bring fresh ideas and manage projects efficiently to deliver quality results.

Shannon Gammell

Hi, I’m Shannon, a motivated Product Designer with a Master’s degree and over three years of experience in design engineering and project management. I have a strong background in marine, consumer, and garden power tools, combining creativity with technical skills to develop innovative and functional designs. I’m passionate about seeing a project through from concept to production-ready solutions. I thrive in collaborative and forward-thinking environments where I can grow and make a meaningful impact. My experience spans new product development, market research, and client communication, and I’m always eager to bring fresh ideas and manage projects efficiently to deliver quality results.

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Hi, I’m Shannon, a motivated Product Designer with a Master’s degree and over three years of experience in design engineering and project management. I have a strong background in marine, consumer, and garden power tools, combining creativity with technical skills to develop innovative and functional designs. I’m passionate about seeing a project through from concept to production-ready solutions.

I thrive in collaborative and forward-thinking environments where I can grow and make a meaningful impact. My experience spans new product development, market research, and client communication, and I’m always eager to bring fresh ideas and manage projects efficiently to deliver quality results.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Product Developer at The Solent Group, Dorset
March 1, 2024 - Present
Support New Product Development initiatives in the House & Home division, creating product briefs and specifications tailored for international retailers. Manage critical project timelines and coordinate cross-functional teams, primarily in the Far East, to optimise cost, quality, and product aesthetics. Conduct market research, including consumer surveys and competitor analysis, to identify trends and gaps, directly informing product strategy and development.
Design Engineer at Cobra Ribs, Dorset
January 31, 2024 - July 28, 2025
Participated in all design stages, from concept generation to prototyping and production; evaluating engineering solutions for bespoke marine projects. Communicated effectively with clients and professionals, visualising concepts through renders, CAD models and presentation booklets. Delivered technical drawing packs for 15+ completed boat builds, ensuring adherence to specifications and tolerancing.
Marketing Assistant Intern at Business Women In, Remote Work from Home
February 28, 2022 - July 28, 2025
Managed the company's professional LinkedIn account, coordinating social media content to promote opportunities and increase engagement. Designed graphics & presentation materials to support promotional campaigns.
Industrial Design Engineer Intern at Bosch Lawn & Garden, Suffolk
June 30, 2019 - July 28, 2025
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to solve technical and user challenges, driving the development of innovative plant care products for mass production. Utilised sketching, CAD, 3D modelling, and prototyping to rapidly concept and evaluate product assembly solutions, improving efficiency and usability. Conducted comprehensive product and user testing across multiple projects, contributing to enhanced design functionality and user satisfaction.

Education

Master of Design (Hons) Product Design at Bournemouth University
September 1, 2020 - June 30, 2021
Bachelors of Science (Hons) Product Design at Bournemouth University, Bournemouth, Dorset
September 1, 2016 - June 30, 2020

Qualifications

User Experience Certification, Accenture
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Adobe Illustrator CC- Essentials Training Course, Udemy
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Institute of Design Engineers (IED) Student Membership
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2021

Industry Experience

Consumer Goods, Manufacturing, Retail, Other
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