Design Engineering Manager – Complex Instrumentation
Are you a mechanical design leader who thrives on solving complex engineering challenges? Do you want to shape next-generation instrumentation used across aerospace, research, automotive and pharmaceutical sectors?
The organisation is a world-class manufacturing business that designs and builds some of the most advanced analytical equipment in the industry. As they continue to scale their R&D and technology capabilities, they are now searching for a Design Engineering Manager to lead, inspire and grow their mechanical and multi‑disciplinary design teams.
The Impact You’ll Have
In this role, you’re not just managing people—you’re shaping the engineering direction of future product platforms. You’ll bring technical authority, build a high‑performing engineering culture and ensure new products move efficiently from concept through to manufacture.
What You’ll Lead
* Mechanical and multi‑disciplinary design teams delivering complex electro‑mechanical systems.
* Mechanical design governance, ensuring performance, manufacturability and safety.
* Cross‑functional design reviews, navigating technical challenges with clarity and confidence.
* Capability development, mentoring and coaching of engineers at all levels.
* Engineering process improvement initiatives and long‑term technology strategy.
What You Bring
* Strong background in mechanical design for complex or instrumentation equipment.
* Experience leading engineers or managing design functions.
* High proficiency in CAD and FEA (stiffness, vibration, structural analysis).
* Strong communicator with customer‑facing capability.
* Passion for engineering excellence and developing technical teams.
Why Join?
* Work on truly complex and technically challenging product platforms.
* Influence product architecture, engineering strategy and team capability.
* Join a business investing heavily in innovation, people and next‑generation technology.
If you’re a design leader who enjoys empowering teams, guiding technical direction and making a real impact, we’d love to discuss this opportunity.
Seniority level
* Associate
Employment type
* Full‑time
Job function
* Engineering, Manufacturing, and Design
Industries
* Measuring and Control Instrument Manufacturing, Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing, and Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
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