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We’re hiring for a Project Design Manager to lead a small team of engineers at a specialist manufacturing company in Wilmslow.
This is a hands-on leadership role that will see you managing the full lifecycle of bespoke mechanical design projects — from concept through to production — while supporting ongoing innovation and development across the department.
What’s on offer?
* £50,000 - £60,000 per year (depending on experience)
* Monday to Friday schedule with flexible start/finish times
* Free onsite parking
* Company pension scheme
* Long-term opportunity with a growing and reputable business
What will you be doing as a Project Design Manager?
* Leading and mentoring a small team of mechanical design engineers
* Managing project timelines, workloads, and performance development
* Producing and reviewing engineering drawings using SolidWorks
* Creating and maintaining BOMs and engineering change notifications
* Conducting FEA, stress calculations, and risk assessments (FMEA)
* Overseeing CE/UKCA compliance and industry-standard testing
* Supporting sales with technical proposals and client meetings
* Taking a proactive, hands-on role from design to completion
What do you need?
* A degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering
* Previous experience in a mechanical design role
* Strong 3D CAD modelling skills (ideally SolidWorks)
* Experience in leading engineering teams and managing design projects
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office and engineering documentation
* Working knowledge of FEA and mechanical calculations
Apply today or speak with Adam at KPJ Group for more information between 9:00am – 5:00pm Monday – Friday.
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