Design Engineering Manager

An experienced Design Engineering Manager is required to join a manufacturer of engineering equipment based in Hook. The Senior Mechanical Product Design Engineer will collaborate closely with the Product Specialist and Director of Engineering, playing a crucial role in executing an engineering strategy that encompasses future product development, planned updates to existing products, and ensuring alignment with the company's operational requirements. This role provides essential mechanical and electrical design support to both customers and internal teams, while also mentoring other mechanical and electrical product engineers and assisting various teams with design-related matters.

• Develop electro-mechanical 3D models and technical drawings for company products, working under the direction of the Product Specialist and Director of Engineering.
• Create 2D engineering drawings and Bills of Materials (BOMs) from 3D models.
• Generate and maintain all design-related documentation, including design files, relevant calculations, and compliance documentation required for UKCA/CE approval.
• Deliver comprehensive mechanical and electrical design packs to support the manufacturing team.
• Ensure existing design documentation remains up to date within the engineering system.
• Organize and lead design concept and scope meetings as needed to define project parameters.
• Support the change control process and assist in managing design modifications.
• Take the initiative in identifying and recommending improvements to existing product designs, securing agreement from the Product Specialist.

• Degree in a relevant engineering discipline or equivalent NVQ Level 7 qualification.
• Proven team leadership experience within a multi-disciplinary engineering environment.
• Advanced proficiency in SolidWorks 3D is essential; experience with AutoCAD/DraftSight is an advantage.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to plan and deliver against deadlines.
• Technical mindset with hands-on workshop experience.
• Knowledge of pressure vessel design codes and CE approval documentation would be advantageous.
• Solid understanding of machining operations, materials, finishing processes, and fabrication.
• Awareness of tolerancing for application needs and cost-effective manufacturing.

Salary dependent on experience £50k-£60k

• Provide free lunch, sandwiches, baguettes, salads, hot food
• Non contractual bonus (1 months' salary)
• Xmas time we close down, (3 days of holiday)
• Working hours are a 40 hr week
• Parking on site
• Holiday
• Pension

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