Head of Design

Flexible working hours, 8% combined pension scheme, 33 holidays and the opportunity to design components for a number of high profile industries are just a few of the perks that the Head of Design will enjoy whilst working with this highly respected manufacturing organization.

This organisation is an end-to-end engineering business which supplies critical flow-control products to a number of high-profile industries, including Defence, Oil & Gas, and Chemical Processing. Since their establishment 75 years ago, this family owned business now employs over 60 people at their Keighley based engineering facility.

Because of their ever growing order book, this impressive manufacturer are actively searching for a Head of Design to join their team on a permanent basis.

The successful Head of Design will easily be able to commute to the NORTH BRADFORD facility from surrounding towns & cities, including Keighley, Ilkley, Skipton, Colne, Nelson, Burnley, Barnoldswick, Shipley and northern parts of Halifax.

Key Responsibilities of the Head of Design will include:

• Oversee the design and development of products to customer requirements and legal standards
• Provide technical support to other departments in a timely manner
• Develop comprehensive documentation on products for use by the customer
• Develop and implement a continuous improvement process, taking into account changing standards and industry requirements.
• Monitor the product development budget with the Finance department to ensure all projects are accurately costed.
• Lead and develop a team of five design engineers, providing training and support where necessary
• Work as part of the Senior Leadership Team to define the strategic plan for the business and drive implementation of the plan through the Design department.

For the Head of Design role, we are keen to receive CVs from individuals who possess:

• A deep understanding of International design standards such as ISO9001, Pressure Equipment Directive, CE Mark and API 600 ANSI.
• Operating knowledge of SolidWorks 3D
• Experience of manufacturing processes, ideally with castings in a low volume, high mix environment.
• The willingness to travel internationally
• Leadership and management experience and skills
• Experience interfacing engineering and audit teams for large multi-national companies and contractors

Salary & Benefits;

• Annual Salary: £65,000 - £70,000 per annum
• Holiday Entitlement: 33 Days including bank holidays
• Pension Scheme: 8% Combined contribution (4% matched)
• Working Hours: 36.5 per week with flexible working hours and an early finish on Fridays offered (6AM earliest start)

To apply for this position, please click “Apply Now” and attach a copy of your CV. Alternatively, please contact Alex Feather at E3 Recruitment for more information