Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsProject Management role at a leading South Yorkshire-based Engineering businessFocussing on strategic customer projects, product design and improvementAbout Our ClientMy client is a prestigious engineering organisation based in South Yorkshire. They design and manufacture a wide range of complex mechanical products that supply high end technical organisations, both across the UK and internationally.Following a period of sustained growth and investment, the company is now looking for a Design Manager / Project Manager to add value to their existing Engineering team. This role will lead a small team and be responsible for all new and existing designs for a complex and bespoke product range.Job DescriptionThe Design Manager will be responsible for managing a small team of highly skilled Engineers, and ensuring complex designs are created with both speed and accuracy.Other day to day responsibilities will include:Managing the design of new and existing products for a growing customer base, meeting upcoming market trendsLiaising with key stakeholders both internally and externally facingManaging, coaching and developing a team of c.8 Design EngineersEnsuring designs factor in the relevant tolerances and the whole team's focus is on attention to detailEnsuring a holistic approach to the team's work - including factors like commercial, manufacturing, assembly and product applicationCapturing existing business knowledge in SOPs and developing these for new systemsThe Successful ApplicantSuccessful candidates will have a strong design background and a proven ability in leading engineering teams.You will be an experienced Designer or Project Manager and possess:A solid foundation in core design engineering principlesA strong demonstrable background in people leadership or coachingStrong communication skills at all levels of the businessAn understanding of 3D CAD, Solid Edge or similarBe a self-starter and someone who operates well with minimal directionHave experience in working at pace, or managing multiple priorities at onceWhat's on Offerc.£65-80kCompetitive wider benefits packageChance to join one of best engineering companies in the areaOpportunity for longer term progression as the business continues to growContactLauren WiseQuote job refJN-082026-7089344Phone number+44 113 243 7734Job summaryJob functionEngineering & ManufacturingSubsectorEngineering Design and R&DSectorIndustrial / ManufacturingWhereSheffieldContract typePermanentConsultant nameLauren WiseConsultant phone+44 113 243 7734Job referenceJN-082026-7089344
