Energis is currently recruiting for an experienced Engineering Design Manager on behalf of our client, an ambitious and innovative manufacturing company. The focus of the role will be to continue to build upon the existing design department - the successful Design Manager will be central to the company’s growth through solutions provision and product development.Responsibilities:Plan, schedule, coordinate, monitor and control all work and projects.Provide a strong link between Design and Production.Attend site visits and briefings to gain an understanding of the client’s requirements.Liaise with customers, architects and engineers to achieve design goals.Manage the technical review process at the start of each project, helping to identify potential issues as early as possible.Evaluate all design work and design projects.Review and improve design methodologies, processes, techniques and equipment.Lead the company’s R&D into the development of new designs and products.Report and update Directors and other departments on current design work and projectsWork collaboratively to ensure cross functional activities are managed effectively.Coaching and mentoring of the Design team members, review and identify training requirements.Criteria:Third level Engineering qualification with a minimum of 2-3 years previous experience in a similar role.A background in working with construction clientsExperience of managing teams and developing/mentoring staffExcellent interpersonal and presentation skills.Motivational and engaging, ability to drive a team forwardProven strong analytical, decision making and organisational skills.Proven results focused individual with the ability to work on own initiative.Results focussed with ability to work on own initiativeSalary is in the region of £40-45k.