Design Engineering Manager

• Annual Salary: £70,000 - £85,000
• Location: Newport
• Job Type: Full-time

Reed have partnered with a Global Engineering business in Newport, who have undergone a substantial, and exciting amount of growth. They have a brand-new Mechanical Design Engineering Manager opportunity to manage the design process of new and innovative products.

• Oversee the complete mechanical design process, including requirements specification, feasibility studies, design reviews, cost management, and scheduling.
• Collaborate with multi-functional teams to establish design requirements, implement best design practices, and achieve functional product design solutions.
• Lead complex projects involving multiple stakeholders.
• Design mechanical components.
• Transition 3D mechanical designs to 2D drawings and apply mechanical tolerancing/GD&T to achieve desired fit and functionality of manufactured parts.
• Work closely with suppliers to develop components and sub-system assemblies that expedite the product development timeline.
• Participate in the entire design/build cycle, including system integration and prototype testing.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the team, providing guidance and support to achieve individual and team goals.
• Manage subcontractor and turn-key suppliers while meeting functionality, timeline, cost, and quality targets.
• Cultivate a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the team.
• Manage resource allocation, project timelines, and budgets to optimise team performance and project outcomes.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Proven experience leading teams within a mechanical design engineering environment.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to empower and inspire a team.
• Experience managing both direct reports and contractors.
• Excellent project management skills, capable of leading numerous projects simultaneously.

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