Senior Design Manager — AI-Driven Precision Leader

Infinity Employment; Havant; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday off

Flexible working arrangements

24 days' annual leave

Bank holidays in addition to annual be

Job summary

Infinity Employment is seeking a Senior Design Manager for a precision engineering and manufacturing company based in Portsmouth. The role focuses on leading a small design team, driving 3D CAD modelling and manufacturing drawings, and implementing AI-assisted design tools to improve efficiency.

The successful candidate will shape the design department, oversee process improvements, mentor engineers and contribute to new product development within a growing business.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in mechanical engineering is required.
• Minimum of 7 years' experience as a CAD designer or in a similar design role within precision engineering/manufacturing.
• Expert knowledge of Autodesk Inventor.
• Proven experience in leading and managing a team of engineers.
• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop an existing design team, with opportunities to expand the team.
• Oversee production of detailed 3D CAD models and technical drawings.
• Produce accurate manufacturing drawings with tolerances, materials and finishes.
• Review and improve design processes to increase efficiency.
• Explore and implement AI-assisted design tools to enhance CAD modelling.
• Support CAM technology adoption in manufacturing.
• Mentor junior engineers and apprentices.
• Collaborate with sales and manufacturing to ensure designs meet production capabilities and customer requirements.
• Contribute to new product development and advanced manufacturing technologies.
• Drive continuous improvement across the engineering design function.

Skills

Leadership

Mechanical engineering principles

Technical problem solving

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Master's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

Job description

Infinity Employment is seeking a Senior Design Manager for a precision engineering and manufacturing company based in Portsmouth. The role focuses on leading a small design team, driving 3D CAD modelling and manufacturing drawings, and implementing AI-assisted design tools to improve efficiency.

The successful candidate will shape the design department, oversee process improvements, mentor engineers and contribute to new product development within a growing business.