Technical Manager (Design)

Main Purpose of the Role

· Lead and develop the technical team in the design and development of all products

· Support the commercial function of the business with technical input for both new & existing customer or technical enquiries.

· To manage and develop a team of designers and draughtsmen.

The role is responsible for all new & existing product design activity, generating quotes, drawings/models & structural assessments (FEA) utilising Solidworks. This position will also be the technical support for customer enquiries as well as the interface between commercial and operational delivery internally

· Be the main point of contact for design queries for clients or internal team members.

· To lead the technical design process for both new and existing products which require modification including preparation of CAD drawings on Solidworks.

· Identify & deliver cost savings through value engineering without compromising the existing integrity or quality of the product, right through to designing new products that are designed for manufacture to deliver optimised cost from a materials & labour perspective,.

· Management of the company's technical database, ensuring that all products have the appropriate technical drawings and that these are up to date and accurate. Altering and renewing drawings when required.

· Utilise Solidworks Simulation (FEA) to ensure that products aren't over-engineered but maintain the structural integrity & quality.

· Research new technologies/ideas to enable us to proactively innovate and be a market leader.

· Create standard ranges of all product streams in assembly and sub-assembly format to allow for quoting and as a base to enable further customisation

· Where products require new materials or components, working to identify appropriate suppliers who can deliver these requirements to an acceptable quality and price.

· To Liaise with the operational teams to ensure that product is designed for manufacture in line with customer expectations.

· Working with the operational team to ensure that the appropriate testing processes are followed and certified where required

· Work closely with the manufacturing and assembly departments to provide advice, guidance and assist problem-solving as required.

· Working with existing suppliers to ensure that materials are delivered to specification.