Design Manager

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; Romsey; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Design Manager to oversee a small team responsible for the design and delivery of high-value machinery projects in renewables, telecoms, and power distribution. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Mechanical or Structural Engineering, at least 10 years of experience, and proficiency in design tools such as Autodesk Inventor and FEA. The position offers a salary of £55,000 - £62,000 depending on experience, an end-of-year bonus, and comprehensive benefits including private healthcare and flexible working hours.

Benefits

End of year bonus

Flexible working hours

33 days holiday including bank holidays

Private Healthcare

On-site parking

Pension

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years post-degree experience.
• Proven experience managing multi-million GBP projects.
• Familiarity with design software and tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine design concepts, producing 3D models.
• Plan and oversee design activities to meet deadlines.
• Review and approve technical documentation for accuracy.

Skills

Proficiency in Autodesk Inventor

Hands-on design experience

Experience in marine or subsea sectors

Knowledge of material selection

Experience in ISO9001-compliant environments

Education

Degree in Mechanical or Structural Engineering

Tools

FEA

Mathcad

Excel

Job description

Position: Design Manager

Location: Romsey

Salary: £55,000 - £62,000 DOE

Job Overview

An engineering company in Hampshire is seeking a Design Manager to lead a small team, overseeing the design and delivery of high‑value machinery for projects in renewables, telecoms, and power distribution. The ideal candidate will be degree‑qualified in mechanical or structural engineering with strong hands‑on design experience. Proficiency in Autodesk Inventor, FEA, Mathcad, and Excel, along with knowledge of material selection and fabrication, is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine design concepts, producing 3D models, detailed drawings, and specifications.
• Plan, allocate, and oversee design activities across the team, ensuring projects meet deadlines and quality standards.
• Review, check, and approve calculations, reports, and drawings for accuracy, safety, and compliance.
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including Lessons Learned, Design Improvement Registers, and technical records.
• Research, specify, cost, and order both manufactured and bought‑in components, ensuring suitability for project requirements.
• Collaborate closely with build and commissioning teams, providing technical guidance and resolving design issues during implementation.
• Continuously review and improve design processes, workflows, and standards to enhance team efficiency and quality.
• Support client and supplier interactions as required, providing technical input for meetings, reviews, and design clarifications.

Requirements

• Degree‑qualified in Mechanical or Structural Engineering.
• Minimum 10 years post‑degree experience.
• Experience in marine or subsea sectors desirable but not essential.
• Proven experience managing the design of small and large (multi‑million GBP) projects from concept to completion.
• Hands‑on design capability; able to approach design problems from first principles.
• Familiarity with design software and tools: Autodesk Inventor, FEA, Mathcad, Excel.
• Knowledge of material selection, fabrication, hydraulics, and electrical systems.
• Experience preparing and reviewing technical documentation, drawings, and calculations.
• Experience in ISO9001‑compliant environments, including quality and productivity improvement.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary £55,000 - £62,000 dependent on experience.
• End of year bonus.
• Flexible working hours: core 8-5 with flexitime.
• 33 days holiday including bank holiday.
• Private Healthcare.
• On‑site parking.
• Pension.