Design Manager

Role Overview: As a Mechanical Design Manager for Machine Tools, you will lead a team of mechanical design engineers to develop cutting-edge machine tool solutions for various industrial applications. You will be responsible for overseeing the design process, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, innovative designs that meet client requirements and industry standards. Additionally, you will provide technical guidance, mentorship, and leadership to your team, fostering a culture of collaboration, excellence, and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities: - Team Leadership: Lead and manage a team of mechanical design engineers, providing guidance, direction, and mentorship to ensure the successful execution of projects and initiatives. - Project Management: Oversee the design process from concept to completion, including project planning, scheduling, resource allocation, and risk management, to ensure on-time delivery and adherence to budgetary constraints. - Design Strategy: Develop and implement design strategies, methodologies, and best practices to drive innovation, improve efficiency, and enhance the competitiveness of machine tool designs. - Technical Guidance: Provide technical expertise and guidance to the design team, assisting with complex design challenges, reviewing design concepts, and ensuring compliance with industry standards and client specifications. - Collaboration: Foster collaboration and communication within the design team and across functional departments, including electrical engineering, software development, manufacturing, and quality assurance, to ensure seamless integration of mechanical systems with other subsystems. - Performance Evaluation: Conduct performance evaluations, provide constructive feedback, and identify opportunities for skill development and career advancement for team members. - Quality Assurance: Establish and maintain quality assurance processes and procedures to ensure the delivery of high-quality designs that meet performance, reliability, and safety requirements. - Continuous Improvement: Drive a culture of continuous improvement within the design team, identifying areas for process optimization, efficiency gains, and technology adoption to enhance productivity and innovation. - Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including product management, sales, and customer support, to understand market needs, gather feedback, and incorporate customer requirements into design specifications. Qualifications & Experience: - Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field. - Experience of 10-12 years in mechanical design engineering, with a proven track record of successfully leading design teams in the development of machine tools or related industrial equipment. Candidates with lower experience will be considered for the post of Assistant Manager. - Proficiency in CAD software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, for 3D modeling and drafting. - Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to inspire, motivate, and develop a high-performing team. - Excellent project management skills, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and risk management. - Thorough understanding of mechanical principles, materials, manufacturing processes, and machining techniques. - Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to interact with cross-functional teams and stakeholders at all levels. - Knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and safety guidelines related to machine tools and industrial machinery. - Strategic thinker with the ability to develop and execute design strategies that drive innovation and business growth. - Experience with design analysis tools such as FEA is a plus.,