Design Manager

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Elevation’s Design & Projects team are working with a market-leading manufacturer to recruit a Design Manager to lead a site-based engineering team.

This is ahands-on leadership role combining technical authority with team oversight—ideal for a senior design professional ready to step up or an existing manager looking for more influence across engineering and manufacturing.

The role:

  • Lead and coordinate a mechanical & structural design team
  • Own technical delivery, approvals, and design sign-off
  • Drive improvements across manufacturing, automation, and design processes
  • Work cross-functionally with production, quality, and international teams
  • Play a key role in product development and continuous improvement

What we’re looking for:

  • Strong background in mechanical / structural design within manufacturing
  • Advanced 3D CAD experience (parametric/configuration tools ideal)
  • Experience with BOMs, ERP systems, and engineering change
  • Previous leadership or senior-level design experience
  • Practical, solutions-focused mindset with strong stakeholder skillsClear technical ownership and autonomy
  • Opportunity to shape processes and improve manufacturing capability
  • Visible role with cross-functional and international exposure

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Company: Elevation Recruitment Group
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Job Description:

Elevation’s Design & Projects team are working with a market-leading manufacturer to recruit a Design Manager to lead a site-based engineering team.

This is ahands-on leadership role combining technical authority with team oversight—ideal for a senior design professional ready to step up or an existing manager looking for more influence across engineering and manufacturing.

The role:

  • Lead and coordinate a mechanical & structural design team
  • Own technical delivery, approvals, and design sign-off
  • Drive improvements across manufacturing, automation, and design processes
  • Work cross-functionally with production, quality, and international teams
  • Play a key role in product development and continuous improvement

What we’re looking for:

  • Strong background in mechanical / structural design within manufacturing
  • Advanced 3D CAD experience (parametric/configuration tools ideal)
  • Experience with BOMs, ERP systems, and engineering change
  • Previous leadership or senior-level design experience
  • Practical, solutions-focused mindset with strong stakeholder skillsClear technical ownership and autonomy
  • Opportunity to shape processes and improve manufacturing capability
  • Visible role with cross-functional and international exposure

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Posted: May 5th, 2026