Project Manager / Project Design Engineer

Square Peg Associates; Accrington; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment consultancy in the North West is seeking a highly motivated Project Manager or Design Engineer. This role involves working closely with clients to translate their needs into actionable design solutions while managing project timelines. Candidates should have a degree in Mechanical Engineering or Product Design, along with strong skills in CAD or SolidWorks. The position offers competitive salary and fantastic benefits including healthcare and pension. Join a dynamic team and contribute to innovative solution delivery.

Benefits

Healthcare

Pension

Early finish on Fridays

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Product Design or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Proven experience in a customer-facing or project-based engineering role.
• Strong proficiency in CAD or SolidWorks, capable of interpreting design drawings.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary technical point of contact for clients.
• Manage project timelines and deliverables to ensure on-time completion.
• Liaise with external suppliers for design feasibility and production.

Skills

Customer-facing experience

Proficiency in CAD or SolidWorks

Project management skills

Problem-solving mindset

Excellent communication skills

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Product Design

Tools

CAD

SolidWorks

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated and technically proficient Project Manager or Design Engineer who wants more interaction with clients and end users. This customer-facing, project-based role puts you at the heart of turning ideas into real-world solutions.

You’ll review CAD or SolidWorks designs, translate client needs into actionable plans, and drive projects from concept to production. This customer-facing, project-based role will serve as the key bridge between clients and internal teams, translating client needs into practical, innovative design solutions. Working with a great team of CAD Design Engineers.

The successful candidate will combine hands-on engineering or manufacturing expertise with project management skills to ensure design initiatives are delivered on time, within scope, and to the highest quality standards.

The role requires collaboration with clients, cross-functional internal teams, and external suppliers, taking projects from initial concept through to production while acting as a trusted partner throughout the process. It could be a step up from a day to day design role, if you have the interactive skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary technical point of contact for clients, understanding and interpreting their requirements.
• Review, interpret, and work from CAD or SolidWorks drawings to provide design input and solutions.
• Translate customer needs into actionable design solutions, coordinating with internal engineering, manufacturing, and procurement teams.
• Manage project timelines, milestones, and deliverables to ensure on-time, within-scope, and quality completion.
• Maintain open, professional communication with clients, providing updates, guidance, and solutions throughout project lifecycles.
• Liaise with external suppliers and manufacturers to support design feasibility, prototyping, and production.
• Conduct design reviews and technical presentations with clients and internal managers.
• Troubleshoot design or production issues and provide practical solutions in a timely manner.
• Ensure all project documentation, technical drawings, and specifications are accurate, complete, and up-to-date.

Required Skills & Experience

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, or hands on experience within a related field.
• Proven experience in a customer-facing engineering or project-based role.
• Strong proficiency in CAD or SolidWorks, with the ability to interpret design drawings.
• Solid understanding of design principles, materials used, and manufacturing processes.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail and quality.
• Ability to work collaboratively with clients, suppliers, and internal teams.

Why Join Us

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic, client-focused environment where your engineering expertise directly impacts the delivery of innovative solutions. You will have the chance to build strong client relationships, lead projects end-to-end, and be a critical part of turning ideas into reality.

Salary :

Competitive and commensurate with your experience.

Fantastic company benefits including healthcare, pension, early finish on a Friday and so much more.

Join this dynamic team and contribute to the continued growth! If you're an ambitious individual with a passion for your work, we'd love to hear from you.

About Square Peg Associates

At Square Peg Associates, we are a leading recruitment consultancy specialising in finance and commercial business professionals within the North West of England. Our approach is personal and tailored to each candidate. We not only consider the qualifications listed on their CVs but also take the time to understand them on a deeper level. Before representing any candidate to our esteemed client base, we build strong relationships with them.

If you're interested in exploring our current vacancies, visit our website at Squarepegassociates.co.uk.