Location: Near Trowbridge
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 per year
About the Role
A well-established specialist vehicle manufacturer is seeking a Design Manager to join its growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on bespoke coachbuilt vehicle projects, taking designs from concept through to manufacture.
The successful candidate will play a key role in developing high-quality vehicle solutions using SolidWorks, while collaborating closely with customers, engineers, and fabrication teams to deliver innovative and practical designs.
Key Responsibilities
Create detailed 3D models, assemblies, and technical drawings using SolidWorks
Manage design projects from concept to completion
Work closely with customers to understand requirements and develop tailored solutions
Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure successful project delivery
Resolve technical and design challenges while maintaining manufacturing feasibility
Ensure designs meet customer specifications, quality standards, and project deadlines
Support continuous improvement across design and production processes
Requirements
Strong SolidWorks experience
Technical design and engineering knowledge, ideally within vehicle design or coachbuilding
Ability to manage projects independently
Excellent communication and customer-facing skills
Collaborative and proactive approach to teamwork
Experience within automotive, specialist vehicles, coachbuilding, or a related industry would be advantageous
What's on Offer
Competitive salary and benefits package
Opportunity to work on unique, bespoke vehicle projects
Supportive and friendly working environment
Career development and training opportunities
Company pension
Free on-site parking
Health & wellbeing programme
Sick pay
Bereavement leave
Salary description
£35000.00 - £45000.00 per year