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