ROLE- Design ManagerLOCATION- Harlow, EssexTERM- PermanentSALARY- £45,000-£55,000, dependent on experience My client is a specialist manufacturer producing a range of mechanical products and bespoke machinery. They are looking for a Design Manager to join their team in Harlow on a permanent basis.The Design Manager will ideally have the following attributes:

• BSc or BEng qualification in Mechanical Engineering/Product Design/Engineering Design or similar
• 3 or more years' industry experience ideally working in a similar design/development role within a manufacturing environment

• Previous experience in a similar role in a manufacturing environment

• Be proficient using 3D CAD software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Inventor etc.
• Good theoretical mechanical engineering knowledge of core principles and tight tolerances
• Innovative and passionate about design
• Excellent leadership and organisational skills
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written

The Design Manager role will involve:

• Leading members of the Design team and guiding/mentoring those less experienced
• Providing technical guidance and support
• Using Inventor CAD software for design on a day-to-day basis
• Creating drawings for manufacture and generating BOM's
• Working on design analysis and FEA when required
• Being responsible for the development of new and existing products - from concept through to manufacture and launch
• Defining categories for IP and developing IP management processes for new and existing designs
• Creating the required documentation for design as well as project reports/plans
• Completing design specifications and risk assessments FMEA
• Supporting product Verification & Validation
• Liaising with customers and suppliers
• Managing documentation and resource planning
• Being involved in recruitment and performance reviews for the team

If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up to date CV as soon as possible, along with your availability and your salary expectation.