Harley Widdowson
Full-cycle Industrial Designer
About Me.
For the past few years, I've had the privilege of merging my passion for problem-solving with my expertise in design. I've led the development of innovative products from concept to market across various industries, collaborating closely with users, experts, and stakeholders to create solutions that meet real-world needs. My design process is dynamically structured, ensuring that each stage—whether it’s identifying the problem, prototyping, or preparing for manufacturing—is focused on delivering value and improving user experiences.
What excites me most as a designer is the challenge of managing projects end-to-end, refining concepts through research, user feedback, and iterative testing. Whether working independently or mentoring others, I aim to create products that not only solve problems but also stand out in the market. My experience spans full-scale manufacturing to custom solutions, with a focus on balancing cost-efficiency with high-quality design.
I'm eager to apply my skills to a wide range of projects, continually learning from different sectors and delivering outcomes that drive both business success and consumer satisfaction.
Explore my work
Experience
2021-2024
Lattice Training Ltd. - Head of Product
Led the department's growth from one member to a team of five. Designed, sourced, and launched 16 new products in my first 24 months, doubling yearly revenue each year. Defined brand guidelines, contributed to business and brand strategy, established domestic and overseas supply, and managed all aspects from sales to production.
2019-2020
Walker Bros Ltd. – Industrial Design Engineer
Creating mass produced point of sale free standing display units, for global retailers. Utilising design skills learnt at University to consistently develop complete solutions for individual constraints, whilst minimising manufacturing costs. Developing new product innovation and workflows.
2017-2018
XL Refrigerators - CAD Designer
Working as a placement student for XL Refrigerators where I was
responsible for the 3D modelling, technical drawing and the rendering
of all the bespoke displays XL manufacture.
Education
2014-2019
University of Huddersfield
First-class degree (Hons) Snd
in Product Design BSc
Acolades
2020
Most Innovative Design Award
3M Buckley Innovation Centre Design Challenge
Presented by 3M
2019
Most Tenacious Designer
Class of 2019 University of Huddersfield
2019
Shortlisted New Designers
Pentland Brand - for final year design project 'Treggo'
2018
1st Place IACE 24 Hour Design Challenge
Held at the University of Huddersfield, interdisciplinary teams were given 24 hours from brief to present a concept.
2012
Arkwright Engineering Scholar
An Arkwright Engineering Scholarship is the most esteemed scholarship of its type in the UK, designed to inspire students to pursue their dreams and change the world as an outstanding engineer of the future.