Design Engineering Manager

Mechanical Design Engineering Manager required for a Pharmaceutical Machinery manufacturer based in Liverpool. The successful candidate will be leading a small team of Design Engineers to manage the design of machinery to project specifications, regulations, and objectives.

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead and mentor / develop a small team of mechanical engineers, providing guidance and professional development.
• Manage project timelines, resources, and priorities to ensure project milestones are met successfully.
• Create / encourage a collaborative and innovative work environment with a cross functional engineering department.

Hands-On Mechanical Design

• Lead the design and development of mechanical systems and components from concept to production.
• Perform CAD modelling, simulations, and detailed design analysis for active projects using Solidworks.
• Oversee prototyping / product development, testing, and validation of mechanical designs.
• Support the engineering team in specifying ancillary equipment such as motors, gearboxes, and pumps.

Project Execution & Collaboration

• Work closely with electrical, software, and assembly teams to ensure seamless integration of designs.
• Collaborate with suppliers and vendors to select materials and components.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards (U Stamp etc.), safety regulations (ATEX, ASME, PED), and quality (ISO 9001) requirements including the management of non-conformances for mechanical engineering.
• Take a lead role in the execution of Contract Design Reviews, Risk Assessments, and the approval of design documentation and specifications.

Process Improvement & Problem-Solving

• Drive continuous improvement in design & product development.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical challenges throughout a project lifecycle.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in mechanical engineering or a related field.
• Significant experience in mechanical design, with previous experience in an engineering management role.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g. SolidWorks desirable / AutoCAD).
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes / Hands on fabrication and machining experience (preferred)
• Experience with mechanical analysis, including FEA and thermal analysis.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and adapt to changing priorities.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams.
• Be fully conversant in the use and understanding of General Arrangement Drawings, 3D Modelling software (Solidworks preferable), Detailed Design Drawings, Process & Instrumentation Diagrams, and Functional Specifications
• Strong attention to detail with demonstratable knowledge of high tolerance assemblies, limits and fits, machined parts, and interfaces.

• Salary dependent on experience but £55k-£60k
• Hours:
• 5 hours per day (Flexible starts and finishes)
• 1pm finish fridays
• Income protection & EAP (doctors app, mental health support & general wellbeing)
• 25 days plus BH (we do operate a Christmas shutdown that uses 3 of these days)
• 4% Employer & 4% employee - Legal & General
• Hybrid Working (WFH Wed & Fri) plus early finish Friday
• RAC cover
• Death in Service (x4)

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.