Mechanical Design Manager
£55-60k + Pension + DIS X2
Derbyshire
Ref: 25328
Overview
An established manufacturer of specialist packaging and automation machinery is seeking a Mechanical Design Manager to lead its design function and support continued growth across a range of bespoke engineering projects.
The Role
This is a split‑role position, responsible for both people management and technical delivery.
- Lead and manage a team of 5 Mechanical Design Engineers
- Allocate workload, manage priorities, and ensure project deadlines are met
- Provide technical leadership and act as the team’s design authority
- Remain hands‑on with approximately 30% design involvement, including:
- Concept design work
- Complex problem solving
- Key engineering decisions and reviews
- Oversee full design lifecycle from concept through to production
- Support the development of design specifications from customer requirements
- Ensure designs meet performance, cost, and manufacturability targets
- Review CAD models, drawings, BOMs, and technical documentation
- Ensure compliance with internal standards, SOPs, and regulatory requirements
- Drive continuous improvement and standardisation across design output
- Work closely with production, controls, and project teams
The Person
Strong background in mechanical design of machinery / automation equipment
Experience with packaging machinery or special purpose machinery
Proven experience using SolidWorks
Strong understanding of:
- Mechanical systems and fabrication
- Design for manufacture (DFM)
- Bespoke machinery design
Ability to manage workload across multiple concurrent projects
Strong communication and leadership capability
Ability to make clear technical decisions under pressure
Located in Derbyshire, this role would be commutable from Derby, Nottingham, Leicester, Loughborough, Coalville, Long Eaton, Ashby‑de‑la‑Zouch, Castle Donnington, Burton upin Trent, Swadlincote and Market Harborough.
For further information please contact Sarah Clarke.
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