Design Manager in TA6, Bridgwater, Somerset

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Our client prides itself on delivering excellence in innovation, design, precision machining and ‘turn key’ ferrous and non-ferrous fabricated solutions. As a highly responsive and creative engineering company, they offer customers unrivalled levels of customer service, technical expertise, and operational support. They continually invest in and adopt leading-edge technologies across their design facilities and production processes and offer comprehensive support across a range of skills.



Their growing design office uses SolidWorks and FARO scanning technology to deliver precision-engineered structural steelwork and complex fabrication projects throughout the UK.



The Role



We’re seeking an experienced Design Office Manager to lead and develop our design team (4 designers + 2 trainees). You’ll oversee design delivery from concept through to fabrication, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with the highest industry standards.



Key Responsibilities



· Lead, mentor, and manage the design team.



· Oversee 3D modelling and detailed design in SolidWorks.



· Manage FARO point cloud integration for accurate as-built models.



· Coordinate with project, engineering, and fabrication teams.



· Maintain CAD standards and drive process improvements.



About You



· Proven experience leading a design team in an engineering or fabrication environment.



· Skilled in SolidWorks and handling point cloud data.



· Background in structural steelwork within utilities, nuclear, or defence sectors.



· Strong communication, organisation, and leadership skills.



Why Join Us



· Established, growing business with cutting-edge design technology.



· Opportunities for innovation and professional development

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