Industrial Design Manager – Lead Automation & Machinery

WR Engineering; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Birmingham is seeking an experienced Design Manager to lead a team in delivering bespoke factory automation projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in industrial design and will be responsible for managing projects from conception to completion. The role requires excellent leadership skills and the ability to collaborate with customers to ensure project success. This position offers a salary up to £65,000 and includes benefits such as 25 days holiday and a pension.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Pension

Laptop & phone

Early finish Fridays (1pm)

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Design Manager in industrial design.
• Strong understanding of automation and special-purpose machinery.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of 4 Design Engineers.
• Design machines and systems from concept to detailed design.
• Coordinate design activities with the Project Leader.
• Attend customer meetings and present design concepts.
• Drive problem-solving and continuous improvement.

Skills

Team leadership

2D AutoCAD

Inventor 3D

Problem-solving skills

Manufacturing processes understanding

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor 3D

Job description

A leading engineering firm in Birmingham is seeking an experienced Design Manager to lead a team in delivering bespoke factory automation projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in industrial design and will be responsible for managing projects from conception to completion. The role requires excellent leadership skills and the ability to collaborate with customers to ensure project success. This position offers a salary up to £65,000 and includes benefits such as 25 days holiday and a pension.