Mechanical Design Manager

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Design Manager to lead a design team to deliver bespoke factory automation, special-purpose machinery, robotics, conveyors and vision inspection systems. You’ll take overall responsibility for the Mechanical Design function, ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget and to a high technical standard, while driving continuous improvement across the department.

Mechanical Design Manager

£55-60k + £5k Annual Bonus, Private Health Insurance For Your Whole Family. Ref 25714

This is a fully site-based role and due to the rural location, your own transport is essential.

Located in Gloucestershire , this role would be commutable from Gloucester, Stroud, Cheltenham, Prestbury, Bishops Cleeve and other surrounding areas. Hours 8-5 Monday to Thursday and 8-2 Fridays.

Mechanical Design Manager - The Role:

• Lead and manage an established Mechanical Design team
• Provide technical direction, mentoring and performance management
• Oversee mechanical design for bespoke automation and special-purpose machinery
• Manage complex projects from concept through to manufacture, assembly and commissioning
• Plan team workload, resources and project priorities
• Maintain high standards across 3D CAD, drawings, BOMs and design practices
• Drive continuous improvement, standardisation and design efficiency
• Work closely with Project Management, Manufacturing, Electrical, Controls and Procurement teams
• Set team objectives, KPIs and development plans
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, commercially and to specification

Mechanical Design Manager - The Person:

• Proven experience leading or managing a Mechanical Design team
• Strong 3D CAD experience and engineering design knowledge
• Background in automation, special-purpose machinery, robotics or similar
• Experience managing complex engineering projects through to manufacture and commissioning
• Excellent communication, organisation and problem-solving skills
• Commercially aware with strong ownership and accountability
• Committed to health and safety and high engineering standards
• Legally eligible to work in the UK – no sponsorship available

For further information please contact Sharon Hill.

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