Automation Design Manager

This would would suit an experienced Design Manager or a Senior Design Engineer looking for the next step in their career. Projects can vary in size from £50k up to £2m and often within automotive, medical, industrial and aerospace industries.

A background in automated machinery systems and manufacturing solutions is required.

Salary £55K – £65K, 25 days holiday, pension contribution, laptop & phone

Hours Monday – Friday, 1pm finish Fridays.

The role

• Manage a small team of 4 design engineers.
• Design using 2D AutoCAD and Inventor 3D CAD software
• Design machines and systems from the concept stage through to the final detailed stage
• Involved with the planning, organising and customer meetings working closely with the project leader
• Solving problems and initiating corrective actions as required ensuring that the project is completed on time and within budget.
• Developing team skills set, motivation.
• Proactively engaging with emerging advances digital twins, Industry 4.0 principles
• Lead design reviews
• Participate in customer meetings to clarify technical requirements and present design concepts.

Person Profile

• Several years’ relevant design experience within an automated machinery setting. – essential
• Worked as a senior design engineer with supervisory and leadership skills, expertise and career objectives – essential
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, robotics, and automation technologies – essential

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