Design Office Manager – Engineering & Manufacturing
| Posting date: | 25 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £55,000 to £60,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 24 August 2025 |
| Location: | B64 6PU |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Concept Resources |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | MF054CONC |
Summary
My Client, a leading provider of industrial furnace solutions is seeking a Design Office Manager to lead its growing engineering team. With international expansion underway and over 50 years of industry expertise, the company is entering an exciting phase of development within the sustainable metals sector.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and manage a team of design engineers and CAD technicians
Allocate resources to meet project deadlines and quality standards
Oversee and approve technical drawings to ensure accuracy and compliance
Manage offshore design contributions to ensure quality and timeliness
Collaborate with project managers, production, and suppliers on manufacturability
Maintain and enhance CAD systems, documentation, and design workflows
Support development of new products and continuous improvement of existing designs
Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements
Mentor and develop team members
Requirements:
Experience in senior design or design management roles in engineering/manufacturing
Proficient in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Inventor)
Strong mechanical design and manufacturing knowledge
Leadership experience with cross-functional collaboration
Familiar with PDM/PLM systems and DFM/lean design principles
Electrical or multi-disciplinary integration experience preferred
Additional Info:
Must work independently and collaboratively
Expected to maintain confidentiality of company/client data
Use of Monday.com for project tracking; regular expense/time reporting required
Benefits:
Private Healthcare
Critical Illness Cover
International Travel Opportunities
Early Friday Finish (1 PM)
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and manage a team of design engineers and CAD technicians
Allocate resources to meet project deadlines and quality standards
Oversee and approve technical drawings to ensure accuracy and compliance
Manage offshore design contributions to ensure quality and timeliness
Collaborate with project managers, production, and suppliers on manufacturability
Maintain and enhance CAD systems, documentation, and design workflows
Support development of new products and continuous improvement of existing designs
Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements
Mentor and develop team members
Requirements:
Experience in senior design or design management roles in engineering/manufacturing
Proficient in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Inventor)
Strong mechanical design and manufacturing knowledge
Leadership experience with cross-functional collaboration
Familiar with PDM/PLM systems and DFM/lean design principles
Electrical or multi-disciplinary integration experience preferred
Additional Info:
Must work independently and collaboratively
Expected to maintain confidentiality of company/client data
Use of Monday.com for project tracking; regular expense/time reporting required
Benefits:
Private Healthcare
Critical Illness Cover
International Travel Opportunities
Early Friday Finish (1 PM)