I am currently partnering with a well-established and highly respected manufacturing business to appoint an experienced Design Manager. This is a key leadership role within the organisation, responsible for driving technical excellence, managing a multi-disciplinary design team, and ensuring the successful delivery of innovative, high-quality engineered products.This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially aware design professional who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and is motivated by continuous improvement, product innovation, and team development.As Design Manager, you will take full ownership of the design function, overseeing projects from concept through to production. You will ensure that designs are technically robust, commercially viable, and aligned with customer and regulatory requirements.You will work cross-functionally with Production, Operations, Sales, Quality, and Supply Chain to ensure smooth transition from design into manufacture, while continuously improving processes and standards within the department.Key Responsibilities Lead, mentor and develop a team of design engineers and technical staffOversee the full product development lifecycle from concept to productionEnsure designs meet performance, cost, quality and compliance requirementsManage design budgets, resources and project timelinesDrive innovation and continuous improvement across design processesReview and approve technical drawings, specifications and ..... full job details .....