Design Manager
Job in
Bristol, Bristol County, BS1, England, UK
Listed on 2026-01-16
Listing for:
YT Technologies
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-16
Job specializations:
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Engineering
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Management
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Design Manager (Mechanical)
Bristol - £65,000-£80,000
We are seeking a Design Manager to lead a core mechanical design team. This is a "player-coach" role designed for a leader who values high standards and intentional growth as much as technical rigour.
The Role
* Team Leadership:
Take full line-management responsibility for a team of ~7 mechanical design engineers.
* Capability Building:
Intentionally raise team standards and impact through regular 1:1s, coaching, and identifying skill gaps.
* Technical Oversight:
Provide guidance across CAD, manufacturing definition, CFD, and FEA activities to ensure performance and reliability.
* Strategic Execution:
Balance speed and rigour to support critical 2026 objectives, including major valve and suspension development projects.
* Process Improvement:
Clarify ownership and remove friction within a complex, matrix project environment.
* Individual Contribution:
Stay close to the engineering by acting as a hands-on contributor on selected development efforts.
Candidate Requirements
* Management
Experience:
At least 2 years in a formal line management role developing engineers.
* Technical Depth: 5+ years of experience in a relevant mechanical engineering discipline (e.g., mechanical design, analysis, CFD, or FEA).
* Decisive Leadership:
Confidence in making decisions under constraint and holding people to account while earning trust.
* Industry Background:
Experience in high-performance, aerospace, or automotive environments taking products from prototype to production.(Benficial)
Why Join?
* Work-Life Balance:
Option to work compressed hours for a 9-day fortnight.
* Supportive Culture:
Benefit from a flexible working environment and a commitment to continuous professional development.
* Future-Facing:
Play a lead role in a company where every product makes a tangible impact in the world.
* Benefits: 5% employer pension contribution, cycle-to-work scheme, and regular team socials.
YT Technologies is a specialist recruitment partner dedicated to connecting world-class engineering talent with innovative technology companies.
To apply for this role or to find out more, please submit your CV today
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