Engineering Manager (Design)

Vincere; Derry/Londonderry; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 20% annual bonus

Career development opportunities

Periodic international travel

Job summary

Trades Workforce Solutions is seeking an Engineering Manager (Design) for a global leader in materials processing, based in either Campsie or Omagh. This role involves leading the engineering function, managing New Product Development, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in Engineering, at least 5 years of experience, strong CAD skills, and a proven track record in leadership. The position offers a competitive salary of £60,000–£65,000 with up to a 20% annual bonus and opportunities for career development and international travel.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in design engineering.
• Proven experience leading and developing engineering teams.
• Background in machinery, aggregates, or mineral washing equipment desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Engineering Department including workload planning and resource allocation.
• Manage New Product Development projects from concept through to completion.
• Drive continuous improvement, cost reduction, and product redesign initiatives.

Skills

Design engineering

3D CAD (Creo preferred)

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Commercial awareness

Education

Degree in Engineering or equivalent

Tools

CAD systems

Job description

Job title: Engineer Manager (Design)

We are hiring for our client, a leading global manufacturer within the materials processing sector, for an experienced Engineering Manager to join their expanding team across the Campsie or Omagh site.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Engineering Manager to take ownership of a high-performing engineering function within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, leading both people and projects across new product development, design optimisation and continuous improvement initiatives. Our client operates as part of a global organisation with a strong engineering culture, focused on innovation, quality and delivering robust equipment solutions to customers worldwide. This Engineering Manager role will play a key part in shaping engineering strategy, improving product performance, and driving team capability.

Top 3 Things to Know About This Job

1. Strong package – £60,000–£65,000 base salary + up to 20% bonus
2. Leadership impact – full ownership of Engineering function across TCS & Prostack
3. Product & innovation focus – NPD, design improvement and global manufacturing exposure

The Role

The Engineering Manager will be responsible for leading and developing the Engineering team, ensuring delivery of all design, development and improvement activities across multiple concurrent projects.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the Engineering Department including workload planning, resource allocation and performance management
• Managing New Product Development projects from concept through to completion in collaboration with cross-functional teams
• Driving continuous improvement, cost reduction and product redesign initiatives
• Developing and maintaining engineering standards, processes and metrics
• Ensuring quality, safety and reliability standards are embedded across all design activity
• Supporting manufacturing and sales teams with technical engineering expertise
• Overseeing CAD systems and engineering documentation standards
• Managing, mentoring and developing engineering team members, including performance and recruitment decisions
• Maintaining project records, design standards and technical documentation
• Ensuring compliance with company policies and relevant regulations

The Person

• Degree qualified in Engineering or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in design engineering
• Proven experience leading and developing engineering teams
• Strong 3D CAD experience (Creo preferred)
• Background in machinery, aggregates or mineral washing equipment desirable
• Experience working with internal and external stakeholders at all levels
• Strong organisational, planning and problem-solving skills
• Confident communicator with the ability to influence and drive change
• Commercial awareness with experience managing budgets

The Reward

• £60,000 – £65,000 base salary
• Up to 20% annual bonus
• Opportunity to lead a key engineering function within a growing global business
• Involvement in cutting-edge product development and innovation
• Periodic international travel
• Strong career development and leadership opportunity