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Lead Design Engineer

Lead Design Engineer

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTDUnited Kingdom
21 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Lead Design Engineer Job Overview

An established manufacturer of high-specification filling and capping machinery is seeking a highly experienced Lead Design Engineer. This strategic role includes the potential to head the design department, lead innovative engineering projects, and mentor junior team members.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead mechanical design projects for bespoke automated machinery.
  • Manage and guide a small team of design engineers.
  • Liaise with internal departments including production, sales, and servicing.
  • Ensure all design work complies with applicable industry standards.
  • Drive improvements in design efficiency, reliability, and product innovation.

Lead Design Engineer Job Requirements

  • Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
  • At least 8 years of experience in mechanical design, ideally in special-purpose machinery.
  • Proficient in 3D CAD (e.g., SolidWorks).
  • Strong leadership, communication, and project coordination skills.
  • Ability to work hands-on and guide projects from concept to completion.

    • Lead Design Engineer Salary & Benefits

  • Competitive salary of 50,000- 60,000 and benefits.
  • Scope to move into a departmental leadership position.
  • Supportive and collaborative engineering environment.
  • Opportunities for professional development.

    • Bennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

    Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

    We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.

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