Design Manager - Manufacturing

ZipRecruiter; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing manufacturing company in Liverpool is seeking a Manufacturing Design Manager to lead product design activities. The role involves managing technical design processes, providing support for customer queries, and ensuring compliance with manufacturing standards. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in CAD design, effective communication skills, and a drive for innovative solutions. The position includes a competitive salary and additional benefits.

Benefits

Car allowance

Additional benefits

Qualifications

• Fully experienced in 3D CAD design (Solidworks/Autocad).
• Understanding of multi-material manufacturing technologies.
• Understanding of manufacturing capabilities and limitations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the technical team in design and development.
• Provide technical support for customer enquiries.
• Manage the company's technical database with accurate drawings.

Skills

3D CAD design (Solidworks/Autocad)

Communication skills

Innovative thinking

Project management

Multitasking ability

Tools

Microsoft Office

Group CRM system

Job description

Job Description

The Manufacturing Design Manager role is based in Liverpool. Working for a growing, well-established manufacturing company.

Client Details

Our client is a well-established metal fabrication and welding manufacturing company based in Liverpool, recruiting a Manufacturing Design Manager.

Description

Responsible for all new & existing product design activities, generating quotes, drawings/models & structural assessments (FEA). Provide technical support for customer enquiries as well as the interface between commercial and operational delivery internally.

1. Lead and develop the technical team in the design and development of enclosures and housings.
2. Support the commercial function with technical input for customer or technical enquiries.
3. Be the main point of contact for design queries for clients or internal team members.
4. Lead the technical design process for new and existing products, including CAD drawings.
5. Identify & deliver cost savings through value engineering without compromising quality, designing new products for manufacturing to optimize costs.
6. Manage the company's technical database, ensuring all products have up-to-date and accurate technical drawings.
7. Facilitate the alteration and renewal of drawings as required.
8. Manage project timelines, visualising workload and planning accordingly to meet expectations.
9. Utilise Simulation (FEA) to ensure products are not over-engineered but maintain integrity & quality.
10. Research new technologies/ideas for innovation and market leadership.
11. Create standard ranges of product streams in assembly and sub-assembly formats for modular quoting and customization.
12. Identify suppliers for new materials or components, ensuring quality and price requirements.
13. Use the Group CRM system to capture customer interactions.
14. Liaise with operational teams to ensure product design for manufacture aligns with expectations.
15. Work with manufacturing and assembly departments to provide advice and problem-solving support.
16. Prepare purchase orders and coordinate with procurement for material delivery.

Profile

• Fully experienced in 3D CAD design (Solidworks/Autocad).
• Understanding of multi-material manufacturing technologies, processes, and installation, with exposure to metal fabrication and welding.
• Good understanding of manufacturing capabilities and limitations.
• Effective communication skills with stakeholders, customers, and suppliers.
• Innovative thinker with solution-oriented mindset.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Highly organized with attention to detail and multitasking ability.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office packages including SharePoint, Teams, Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint.

Job Offer

£50,000 to £55,000 plus car allowance and benefits.