Office-Based Design Manager, Mechanical/Manufacturing Lead

Ernest Gordon Recruitment; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Health insurance

Training

Progression

Early Friday Finish

£5,000 Bonus OTE

Job summary

Ernest Gordon Recruitment is seeking a Design Manager (Mechanical/Manufacturing) in Cheltenham to lead a growing mechanical design team. This hands-on, office-based role focuses on shaping the design and delivery of bespoke manufacturing systems and ensuring KPI targets are met across projects.

You will liaise with cross‑functional teams, drive performance, and guide a team through design, reviews, and on-site handovers.

Qualifications

• Experience leading Mechanical Design teams.
• Strong background in designing bespoke manufacturing systems.
• Proven ability to manage projects and deliver results on time.

Responsibilities

• Bespoke Mechanical Design leadership for the team.
• Managing team performance and workload to meet KPIs.
• Conducting employee reviews and development planning.
• Overseeing project delivery from concept to installation.

Skills

Mechanical Design

Team Management

Project Delivery

KPI Management

Job description

Ernest Gordon Recruitment is seeking a Design Manager (Mechanical/Manufacturing) in Cheltenham to lead a growing mechanical design team. This hands-on, office-based role focuses on shaping the design and delivery of bespoke manufacturing systems and ensuring KPI targets are met across projects.

You will liaise with cross‑functional teams, drive performance, and guide a team through design, reviews, and on-site handovers.