Design Engineering Manager

Key Responsibilities:

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership & Team Management:
• Lead and manage the design and development team, providing guidance, mentoring, and support to engineers and designers.
• Establish clear objectives for the team and track performance to ensure high standards of quality and productivity.
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Design & Development:
• Oversee the design, prototyping, and development of new products or manufacturing processes to improve plant efficiency and product quality.
• Manage the design and development of tools, fixtures, and equipment to support production operations.
• Coordinate with the R&D, Production, and Quality Assurance teams to ensure seamless integration of new designs into the manufacturing process.
• Project Management:
• Develop project plans, timelines, and budgets for design and development initiatives, ensuring timely and within-budget delivery.
• Monitor project progress and make adjustments as necessary to ensure the successful implementation of new products and processes.
• Lead cross-functional project teams to bring new products from concept through to commercial production.
• Process Optimization:
• Identify opportunities to optimize manufacturing processes through design improvements, cost reduction, and increased efficiency.
• Collaborate with plant operations to improve existing product designs and manufacturing workflows.
• Implement and manage process changes effectively, ensuring minimal disruption to production.
• Quality & Compliance:
• Ensure that all designs comply with industry standards, regulations, and plant-specific safety guidelines.
• Drive the adoption of best practices for product development, risk management, and quality control.
• Work closely with the Quality Assurance team to identify and resolve product defects or design-related issues.
• Cost Management & Budgeting:
• Develop cost estimates for new designs and modifications to existing products or processes.
• Work with the finance department to create budgets for development projects and ensure adherence to financial targets.
• Collaboration & Communication:
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal teams and external partners (e.g., suppliers, contractors) involved in design and development activities.
• Present regular updates on the status of projects to senior management and other stakeholders.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other departments, including production, quality, and supply chain.