Design Engineering Manager
Milton Keynes
80k to 120k per annum
We're looking for an experienced manager to be the design lead for Formula 1, Defence, Aerospace projects for my client based in Milton Keynes. You'll be working closely alongside the CEO to drive diversification through team development, people management, product lifecycle management and design engineering processes.
Role
You'll be part of a brand new senior leadership team and your main objective will be to motivate the design team to deliver on targets. The business supplies into the F1 industry so delivery for the 2026 season is essential and will be a key factor during your first year in this role.
You will be leading a team within the design function, team stands at a total of 11 engineers. These are based in Milton Keynes and the US.
Your team is made up of graduates through to senior engineers, so part of the role will be to train/coach to help develop their skills. You will be working very closely with the onsite supply chain, production and quality departments.
Company
The business is performing as strong as ever and are expected to record a sharp increase in revenue in the coming years. They have gone from strength to strength in recent years which has seen the headcount on site grow with the design team also increasing in team size.
They have recently signed up for a new program and extended a major contract with another customer, you'll be in a really strong position with this company.
You'll be working out of a specially kitted out manufacturing workshop, one that you would be proud to call work, which is conveniently located on the outskirts of Milton Keynes centre. The senior management team are a very hard working and dedicated group, so someone who shares that approach will no doubt thrive in this company.
Travel to the US will be required in this role, around 8 weeks of the year you'll be required to travel.
Lets re-cap; you're, a natural leader within engineering and you have a track record of delivering complex projects on time and within the required quality standards, if this sounds like you then we would love to hear from you.
Please click to apply and Graeme Marks will be in touch to tell you all about it.
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The Collective Network Limited
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 17 days
Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire MK93GA, England
£80,000 - £120,000 per annum
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- The Design Engineering Manager position in Milton Keynes offers a salary range of £80,000 to £120,000 per annum.
- The ideal candidate should have substantial experience in managing design teams, particularly within the Formula 1, Defence, and Aerospace sectors.
- You will be responsible for leading a team of 11 engineers, focusing on team development, product lifecycle management, and meeting project delivery targets for the 2026 season.
- The role involves close collaboration with the CEO and various departments, as well as approximately 8 weeks of travel to the US each year.
- This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing company that has recently expanded its contracts and is poised for significant revenue increases.
