Design Manager / Design Manageress

Overview

W Talent Engineering and Manufacturing is partnering with a renowned Steel and Fabrication Assembly Manufacturing business to find a talented Design Manager to join their leadership team based in South Yorkshire. In this pivotal role, you will lead and develop the design function, crafting value-added solutions while ensuring accountability for the integrity, manufacturability, and timely release of product designs throughout the project lifecycle. We seek a technically strong Engineer with a proven track record as a Design Manager, capable of managing a team of engineers and serving as a subject matter expert across all product ranges within the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design function as the engineering authority, providing structure and allocating resources across the project portfolio.
• Ensure timely, right first-time release of designs to meet project stage gates and client expectations.
• Provide technical support to installation and production teams, managing design changes through established governance.
• Drive continual improvement by minimizing design-originated non-conformance while maintaining design standards.
• Build and manage a comprehensive knowledge base of design standards to ensure continuity and reduce dependency on key individuals.
• Oversee the creation of designs for manufacture that comply with cost and quality standards, particularly for bespoke solutions.
• Liaise with internal teams and external clients, offering clear technical guidance and resolving complex design issues.

Qualifications and Skills

• A degree in Structural, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering is essential.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in team management, focusing on multi-disciplinary engineering teams in bespoke project environments.
• Comprehensive knowledge of engineering design principles and compliance standards across multiple regions.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to quality and safety.
• Experience in design change management and engineering to order within a manufacturing context is preferred.
• Motivated to drive change and foster a culture of accountability and customer focus.
• Outstanding interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.

What's on Offer?

• Salary: Up to £70,000
• Excellent Benefits
• Join a business that is continuing to grow on a global scale.

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