Lead Design Engineer / Manager

Our client is the UK's market leader in the manufacture of customer-focused vehicles mounted equipment. We are seeking a Lead Principal Design Engineer / Manager to take ownership of the mechanical design function at a management level reporting into the Technical Director. This is a lead role, managing a small mechanical design team while remaining technically hands‑on to ensure the design and engineering integrity of every vehicle that leaves the site.

*As the Lead Design Engineer, you must have Fabrication expertise in sheet metal and platework ideally.

Key Responsibilities

• Design Excellence: Design & develop concepts & prototypes and feasibility modelling. Create and oversee comprehensive part, assembly, and installation drawings. Serve as final gatekeeper for quality, cost, and performance targets.
• Leadership & Mentorship: Manage a small team of designers with a dedicated focus on professional development – mentoring them ...

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