Senior Design Engineer

Consortium Professional Recruitment is pleased to partner with a leading firm in their search for an experienced Technical Manager . This Hull-based role involves managing a team responsible for developing and improving product designs using SolidWorks. The successful candidate will not only lead the team but also contribute hands-on to the day-to-day design tasks, ensuring all projects align with strategic business goals and meet quality standards. Technical Manager Role & Responsibilities : Lead the design team in the creation and development of new products and components using SolidWorks. Ensure all designs meet functional, aesthetic, and performance specifications while adhering to industry standards. Participate in daily design tasks, providing technical guidance and troubleshooting support to the team. Oversee the engineering and continuous improvement (CI) team, turning innovative ideas into manufacturable designs. Collaborate with external customers to ensure design requirements are captured and incorporated into product development. Supervise the structured product development process from concept through to production readiness. Manage resources efficiently to meet project deadlines and budget constraints. Conduct design reviews and ensure compliance with regulatory and safety standards. Candidate Requirements : A degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design, or a closely related field. A minimum of 5 years of experience in a leadership role within design, ideally in a manufacturing setting. Strong expertise in SolidWorks, including 3D modeling, creating assemblies, and technical drawings. Proven ability to manage and lead a team, effectively prioritizing tasks and allocating resources to meet objectives. Hands-on experience with product lifecycle management and continuous improvement initiatives. Excellent communication skills and a practical, problem-solving mindset, with the ability to work across departments and guide technical projects. Salary & Benefits : Salary between £40,000 and £45,000 per annum. Opportunities for professional development and career growth in a collaborative team environment. Consortium Professional Recruitment Ltd are a professional level recruitment consultancy specialising in the delivery of high relevance recruitment services on behalf of our clients across the UK. We regularly receive large responses to our advertising which can make providing individual feedback to every applicant challenging. If you haven't received a reply from us within 14 days of your application, we regret to say your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. We have a policy of retaining your details for future vacancies unless you request otherwise. TPBN1_UKTJ