Experienced Engineering Manager

Experienced Engineering Manager
💷 Up to £55,000
📍 Bristol / South West

This is a hands-on senior role focused on mechanical design, FEA, product development, drawing control & technical leadership across a range of specialist fabricated & hydraulic products used in demanding environments.

Key Responsibilities

Lead & manage the engineering/design department
Oversee mechanical design, product development & FEA analysis
Produce & review SolidWorks models, drawings & BOMs
Manage drawing revisions, engineering changes & design standards
Support production, quality & supplier technical issues
Improve existing products & develop new solutions
Mentor engineering staff & manage department priorities

Essential Skills & Experience

Senior mechanical design engineering background
Experience managing engineers or design teams
Strong SolidWorks & FEA experience
Knowledge of fabricated, welded & structural assemblies
Understanding of design for manufacture & engineering documentation
Strong practical problem-solving & communication skills

Desirable

Agricultural, automotive or off-highway machinery experience
Hydraulics or vehicle attachment systems knowledge
Fusion 360, ERP or compliance approval experienceThis role suits a practical engineer who enjoys working closely with manufacturing & developing robust, real-world products.

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