Job Description
Job Title: Mechanical Design Manager
Description
We are hiring for our client a leading engineering manufacturer who are seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Manager to lead their design and development function. This Mechanical Design Manager role will take ownership of a high-performing team driving the delivery of complex engineering projects from concept through to production.
The successful Mechanical Design Manager will play a key role in shaping engineering strategy improving processes and ensuring the delivery of high-quality compliant products within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Top 3 Things to Know About this Job:
1. Senior leadership role with full ownership of engineering delivery
2. Work on complex high-value engineering projects within a growing manufacturer
3. Opportunity to shape team structure processes and product innovation
The Role:
Lead and manage the mechanical engineering team across multiple projects
Oversee full product lifecycle design validation and release to production
Ensure projects are delivered on time within scope and budget
Act as technical authority approving designs and engineering documentation
Drive design reviews verification and validation processes
Collaborate with manufacturing to ensure designs are optimised (DFMA)
Support new product development and continuous improvement initiatives
Work cross-functionally with electrical software sales and aftersales teams
Lead engineering change processes and promote standardisation
Develop team capability through performance management and mentoring
The Person:
Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
Strong background in heavy equipment vehicle systems or machinery design
7 years leadership experience within an engineering environment
Proficient in 3D CAD (SolidWorks Creo or similar)
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes hydraulics and assemblies
Experience managing projects across full product lifecycle
Excellent leadership communication and organisational skills
Commercially aware with a strong problem-solving mindset
The Reward:
Highly competitive package aligned with seniority and impact of the role
Opportunity to step into a key leadership position with real influence on engineering strategy
Strong long-term progression within a growing and innovative manufacturer
Exposure to complex high-value engineering projects
Supportive forward-thinking culture focused on continuous improvement
Next Steps Why Hunter Savage
For further information and to apply for this Mechanical Design Manager role please contact Dominic Heron on or email .
At Hunter Savage we are a specialist recruitment consultancy with deep expertise across Engineering & Manufacturing Accountancy & Finance HR Legal Financial Services Built Environment and Science & Pharma. With offices across Belfast Dublin Edinburgh and Manchester we provide expert confidential advice and access to the best opportunities across the UK & Ireland.
Salary details are a guide and reflective of experience and market conditions. We reserve the right to heighten shortlisting criteria depending on response levels.
Required Experience:
Manager