Design Engineering Manager

Design Engineering Leaders - Why You Should Apply?

Purpose-Driven Engineering:
Join a company limited by guarantee where profits are reinvested directly into research; your work supports global sustainability engineering projects.

Work on innovative technology exported worldwide, including current projects in Norway, Korea, Malaysia, Australia, and China.

Join a culture that values trust and flexibility, with consistently high scores for autonomy in employee engagement surveys.

Generous employer contribution of up to 15%, when you contribute 5%. Resulting in between £14,000 to £16,000 per annum being invested for your retirement.

• Pension:
  An employer contribution of up to 15%.
• Work Pattern: 37‑hour week with flexible & hybrid working.
• Holidays: 25 days plus the bank holidays, plus Christmas shutdown.
• Health care, health insurance, and cycle to work scheme

As the Engineering Manager, you will lead the design team for the delivery of bespoke laboratory equipment solutions that don't exist anywhere else. Overseeing the creation of specialist equipment used by over 300 institutions worldwide.

• Multi-Site: Take charge of design activity for the Manchester and Oxford engineering staff, providing the strategic direction they need to excel.
• Own the Lifecycle: Go beyond just design; you will also contribute to the full engineering journey, including Installation, Commissioning and Training.
• Mentor Experts: Support and develop a talented engineering team, acting as their technical authority and guiding them through complex problem‑solving.
• Shape the Future: Drive continuous improvement in tools and methodologies, ensuring engineering standards remain world‑class.
• Leadership: Part of the senior management team within the E&T division, driving systems, processes and people forward.

You will be a qualified Mechanical Engineer who enjoys the balance of technical oversight and people management.

• Experience leading design engineering teams;
• Proficiency with modern CAD systems and their management;
• The ability to manage budgets without losing sight of quality.

If you value engineering integrity over cost‑cutting, apply now. We will review your CV and be in touch to discuss this Engineering Manager role.

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