Lead Design Engineer
| Reference | 268282562 | |||
| Sector | Engineering / Manufacturing Jobs | |||
| Salary | £58000 per annum | |||
| Town/City | Birmingham | |||
| Locations | UK, West Midlands, West Midlands | |||
| Job Type | Permanent | |||
| Date Posted | 14th Nov | |||
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Job Description |
| An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Lead Design Engineer to join a forward-thinking global engineering team focused on delivering innovative design projects to the highest technical standards. This is a £168m turnover business. You will be working closely with a number of internal stakeholders and will be a key member of the design team with knowledge of machine design and build from cradle to grave.  The Lead Design Engineer plays a pivotal part in leading and coordinating design efforts, overseeing end-to-end project delivery. This role involves managing standard, configured, and bespoke orders, collaborating with cross-functional departments, and ensuring all work is completed on time and within budget.  Role: Lead Design Engineer Salary: £58,000 + benefits Location: Birmingham  Key Responsibilities for Lead Design Engineer  - Lead and mentor technical teams, fostering growth in both technical expertise and communication skills. - Set clear objectives, conduct regular feedback sessions, and carry out performance evaluations. - Manage the full lifecycle of design projects, from initial concept to completion. - Coordinate timelines, oversee multiple priorities, and ensure quality standards are achieved. - Design, model, and optimise systems using advanced engineering techniques and simulations. - Conduct feasibility studies, risk assessments, and validate new design concepts with prototyping and testing. - Use Design for Manufacture and Value Engineering principles to ensure a smooth transition into production. - Work closely with production, software, quality, and aftersales teams to deliver integrated solutions. - Liaise with external partners and suppliers as needed to resolve technical challenges. - Maintain comprehensive technical documentation and present progress updates to management.  Skills & Experience Required for Lead Design Engineer  - HNC/HND or equivalent qualification, ideally in Mechanical Engineering. - Experience managing and delivering bespoke machine design projects. - Proficient in SolidWorks for layouts, detailing, and dimensioning to ISO standards. - Strong background in project management, commissioning, and site work. - Proven team leadership and organisational abilities. - In-depth understanding of modern design and manufacturing processes. - Advanced analytical and problem-solving capabilities.  This is a great opportunity with a globally backed business for a strong Lead Design Engineer to make a massive impact. The business are very good with supporting their staff with training and flexibility.  Please apply online or contact sandeep.dhillon@technical-network.co.uk for a confidential conversation  Executive Network Group, encompassing Technical Network, Network HR, HSE Network & Procurement People, sourcing mid to senior level management for automotive, aerospace, engineering and manufacturing industrial sectors, with a portfolio of services including executive search, advertising, MRO for permanent and interim contract recruitment services |
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