Design Manager

Job description

Job Title: Design Manager

Location: Wakefield

Salary: £70,000 – £80,000 per annum

Type: Permanent

We are currently seeking a Head of Design to join a growing engineering and manufacturing business based in Wakefield. This is a senior leadership opportunity to take ownership of an established design function within a company delivering high-value engineered products into industrial markets.

The business has experienced significant growth in recent years and is now looking for a strong technical leader to provide direction, structure, and cohesion across the design team while supporting continued expansion.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, manage, and develop a small team of design engineers.
• Oversee the design and delivery of high-value engineered/capital equipment products.
• Translate client requirements into practical, manufacturable engineering solutions.
• Ensure designs meet commercial, technical, and manufacturing objectives.
• Drive continuous improvement within the design and engineering function.
• Work closely with senior leadership to support strategic growth plans.
• Utilise 3D CAD software (Solidworks or similar) to review and guide design output.

Skills & Experience Required:

• Strong background in mechanical or product design within an engineering/manufacturing environment.
• Experience working on industrial or capital equipment projects.
• Previous leadership or team management experience.
• Proficiency in Solidworks or similar 3D CAD software.
• Ability to manage client relationships and technical discussions.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and design for manufacture principles.
• Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, or a related discipline (preferred)

If you or anyone you know is interested in this Head of Design opportunity, please click apply or send your up-to-date CV to morgane@pg-rec.com

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Wakefield

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

21-02-2026

Profession type

Design / Fashion

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English