Exciting Design Manager Opportunity - Open to Experienced & Aspiring Design Managers!
Are you looking to take the next step in your career? A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Design Manager (or experienced CAD professional with a background in manufacturing design) to join a well-established and successful organisation in North Yorkshire. This permanent role offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits and is an ideal role for an experienced CAD professional with a background in manufacturing design who is ready to take ownership of a high‑performing team delivering detailed manufacturing drawings and NC programmes for complex building components.
What You'll Be Doing:
* Leading and mentoring a team of CAD Draughtsmen, ensuring high‑quality manufacturing drawings are produced on time and in line with project schedules.
* Overseeing the production of detailed 2D and 3D models using SolidWorks, ensuring drawings comply with industry and company standards.
* Managing workflow allocation, prioritisation, and deadlines within the Drawing Office to meet client schedules.
* Overseeing the production of NC programmes for manufacturing equipment including routers, turret punches, and laser cutters, utilising Sigmanest and Salvagnini software.
* Working closely with the production, engineering, and operations teams to ensure accurate and manufacturable designs.
* Implementing and maintaining best practices in design data management, revision control, and documentation.
* Supporting continuous improvement initiatives within design and production workflows to enhance efficiency and reduce lead times.
* Acting as the key technical contact for CAD and manufacturing software, troubleshooting issues and driving process improvements.
* Supporting training and development of team members to ensure the team has the skills to meet business needs.
Who We're Looking For:
* Proven experience as a Senior CAD Draughtsman, CAD Manager, or Design Team Lead in a manufacturing or building products environment.
* Strong expertise in SolidWorks with the ability to produce detailed drawings and manufacturing data.
* Experience with NC programming tools such as Sigmanest and Salvagnini (or equivalent systems).
* Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, sheet metal fabrication, and production workflows.
* Knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies would be beneficial.
We welcome applications from both experienced CAD Professionals/Design Managers and those looking to take a step up into management.
This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in a thriving industry, offering a competitive salary and excellent benefits package. The role is commutable from Malton, Pickering, Driffield, Scarborough, and surrounding areas.
If you're an experienced Design/CAD Manager or a motivated professional with some management experience and ready to step up, we'd love to hear from you! Apply today.
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