Mechanical Design Manager
8 days ago
Liverpool
Mechanical Design Engineering Manager required for a Pharmaceutical Machinery manufacturer based in Liverpool. The successful candidate will be leading a small team of Design Engineers to manage the design of machinery to project specifications, regulations, and objectives. Mechanical Design Manager Key Responsibilities • Lead, mentor, and develop a team of mechanical engineers, • Manage project timelines, resources, and priorities, • Deliver mechanical designs using SolidWorks, from concept to production, • Oversee prototyping, testing, and validation activities, • Specify mechanical components such as motors, gearboxes, and pumps, • Work closely with electrical, software, and assembly teams, • Liaise with suppliers on materials and components, • Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations (e.g. ATEX, ASME, PED, ISO 9001), • Lead design reviews, risk assessments, and approve technical documentation, • Drive continuous improvement and resolve technical challenges across projects Mechanical Design Manager Job Requirements • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field., • Proficiency in CAD software (e.g. SolidWorks desirable / AutoCAD)., • Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes / Hands on fabrication and machining experience (preferred), • Experience with mechanical analysis, including FEA and thermal analysis., • Ability to manage multiple projects and adapt to changing priorities., • Be fully conversant in the use and understanding of General Arrangement Drawings, 3D Modelling software (Solidworks preferable), Detailed Design Drawings, Process & Instrumentation Diagrams, and Functional Specifications, • Strong attention to detail with demonstrable knowledge of high tolerance assemblies, limits and fits, machined parts, and interfaces. Mechanical Design Manager Salary & Benefits • Salary dependent on experience but £55k-£60k, • 7.5 hours per day (Flexible starts and finishes), • 1pm finish fridays, • Income protection & EAP (doctors app, mental health support & general wellbeing), • 25 days plus BH (we do operate a Christmas shutdown that uses 3 of these days), • 4% Employer & 4% employee - Legal & General, • Hybrid Working (WFH Wed & Fri) plus early finish Friday, • RAC cover, • Death in Service (x4)