Mechanical Design Manager

Job Description BasildonSalary - Negotiable DOE Monday-Friday days with flexible start times.Your new company:Based in South Essex, you will be joining a well-known manufacturing company which specialises in the design, manufacturing, build and installation of automated machinery working in several industries. With a large order book and continuous projects for the next 3-6 years, this is an excellent time to join an ever-expanding business.The business now has an excellent opportunity for an experienced design manager to join and oversee a close-knitted team of mechanical design engineers. If you come from a machinery design and projects background, with a passion for man management, this could be an excellent role for you.Key Responsibilities & Duties:Drive efficiency, productivity, and quality within the Design DepartmentSupport enquiry-stage discussions with customers, providing technical input where required.Manage design review with internal teamOversee project lifecycles alongside the project teamSupport drawing office activities such as enquiry drawings, site surveys, and technical investigationsManage design team goals and activities, monitoring performance.Skills & Experience required:Proven experience in a similar design/projects manager role.Proficient with Autodesk AutoCAD (2D), Inventor (3D), and Autodesk Vault or experience with similar CAD systems (e.g., SolidWorks) is considered transferable.A recognised electrical/mechanical degree, ONC, City and Guilds, MBA/MS or Comparable qualificationGood knowledge of machining, sheet metal, and fabrication processesExperience of managing end-to-end project lifecycles (Emphasis on the design elements)Ability to interpret complex equipment assembly drawings and deliver high-quality outputsWhat you need to do now if you're interested in this role:Click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us now on 01603580180 for a confidential discussion about your career.Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be JBRP1_UKTJ

Created: 2026-04-29