Industrial Design Manager

White Recruitment Construction; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm specializing in engineering seeks an experienced Design Manager in Birmingham. The role involves leading a team of 4 Design Engineers and delivering factory automation projects across various manufacturing sectors. Ideal candidates should have a strong background in industrial design and excellent problem-solving skills. Key responsibilities include using AutoCAD and Inventor for machine design and ensuring projects meet specifications within deadlines.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Pension

Laptop & phone

Early finish Fridays

Qualifications

• Proven Design Manager experience within industrial design.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes or automation.
• Confident in leading a small design team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of 4 Design Engineers.
• Design machines and systems from concept to detailed design.
• Plan and coordinate design activities with the Project Leader.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Organisational skills

Automation knowledge

Tools

2D AutoCAD

Inventor 3D

Job description

Design Manager

Salary: to £65,000
Benefits: 25 days holiday * Pension * Laptop & phone * Early finish Fridays (1pm)
Hours: Monday-Friday

We’re looking for an experienced Design Manager with a background in industrial design. You’ll lead a team delivering bespoke factory automation projects ranging from £50k to £2m across manufacturing sectors including automotive, medical, industrial and aerospace.

A senior design engineer with an automation / special-purpose machinery design background, looking for the next step in their career, could be ideal.

The Role

• Lead, support and develop a team of 4 Design Engineers

• Use 2D AutoCAD and Inventor 3D to design machines and systems from concept to detailed design

• Plan, organise and coordinate design activities with the Project Leader

• Attend customer meetings to clarify requirements and present design concepts

• Drive problem-solving, corrective actions and continuous improvement

• Ensure all projects are delivered on time, within scope and budget

• Lead internal and customer-facing design reviews

• Support digital innovation including digital twins and Industry 4.0 principles

• Grow team capability, engagement and performance

Person Profile

• Proven Design Manager experience within industrial design such as automation, special-purpose machinery, and assemblies

• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, robotics or automation (advantageous)

• Confident leading a small design team and working directly with customers

• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills

• Commutable to the south side of Birmingham

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.