Conveyor Systems Design Team Leader

Location: Cumbria

Sector: General Manufacturing

Job type: Permanent

Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 per annum

Contact: Charlie Gilbert

Contact email: Charlie.Gilbert@txmrecruit.co.uk

Contact phone: 01332974922

Job ref: BH-83541-1

Published: 2 days ago

Expiry date: 2025-04-25

Start date: 2025-03-26

Conveying Design Team Leader

Location: Cumbria

Industry: Engineering & Manufacturing

Hours: Monday – Friday, 08:00 – 17:00

Salary: £50,000 - £60,000

About the Role

A leading global provider of high-speed machinery solutions is seeking a Conveying Design Team Leader to drive the design, development, and delivery of innovative conveying systems. This role offers the opportunity to manage a team, oversee project timelines, and collaborate with internal departments and external clients to deliver efficient, cost-effective solutions. Some international travel may be required (2–3 times per year).

Key Responsibilities

• Design and visualise product lines using 3D and 2D CAD.
• Lead and manage the Conveying Design Team, ensuring high-quality outputs.
• Plan workloads and deadlines in coordination with senior management.
• Work with sales and systems teams to define project requirements.
• Oversee engineering change notes and corrective actions for continuous improvement.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, to standard, and within budget.
• Identify and implement new processes to improve efficiency and reduce costs.

Experience

Essential

• Extensive engineering experience (HNC or equivalent qualification).
• Strong proficiency in SolidWorks & SolidWorks PDM.
• Experience in 3D modelling, technical drawings (ISO standards), and manufacturing processes.
• Strong communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of Inventor, AutoCAD, and MRP systems (training available).
• Prior experience in a team leader role.
• Willingness to learn new software and CAD systems.

If this role could be for you then get applying!