Design Manager / Design Team Leader / Lead Design Engineer required to join a global, leading engineering manufacturer.
The successful Design Manager / Design Team Leader / Lead Design Engineer will be responsible for leading a team of hydraulic design and Internal Sales Engineers, overseeing the entire design lifecycle from concept development through to production, testing, and delivery for hydraulics products and solutions.
The Design Manager / Design Team Leader / Lead Design Engineer will ideally have experience managing design engineers and familiar with implementing quality standards. using SolidWorks, ideally within fluid power, hydraulics or associated product sectors
Package:
£45,000 - £55,000 (depending on experience)
25 days holiday + Bank Holidays
Company pension
Additional benefits
Design Manager / Design Team Leader / Lead Design Engineer Role
Lead, mentor, and manage a team of hydraulic designers and Internal Sales Engineers.
Manage the full design lifecycle from concept and feasibility through detailed design, testing, production, and final delivery.
Review, approve, and sign off engineering drawings, calculations, and technical documentation.
Work closely with production, procurement, and quality teams to ensure a smooth transition from design to manufacture.
Support problem-solving activities across design, manufacturing, and in-service issues.
Liaise with various engineering departments.
Design Manager / Design Team Leader / Lead Design Engineer Requirements
Experience managing design engineers and familiar with implementing quality standards.
Strong working knowledge of SolidWorks (or equivalent 3D CAD software)
Proven experience leading, mentoring, and managing an engineering or design team within fluid power, hydraulics or associated product sectors.
Hands-on design experience with fluid power and hydraulic systems.
Ability to commute to Liverpool on a regular basis.
Engineering degree or equivalent qualifications are advantageous.