Design Section Head Engineer - Manufacturing

About the Opportunity: Design Section Head Engineer

Your mission as a Design Section Head Engineer is to lead and oversee the engineering design function, ensuring the development of innovative, high-quality, and cost-effective products that meet technical specifications, customer requirements, and manufacturing standards.

You will play a key leadership role in managing the design engineering team, improving existing products, driving product development initiatives, and ensuring seamless collaboration between design, production, and other engineering functions.

Key Responsibilities: Engineering Design, Product Development & Team Leadership

• Lead, supervise, and develop the Design Engineering team, ensuring effective task allocation, performance monitoring, and technical guidance.
• Oversee the end-to-end design and development of new products, from initial concepts and technical specifications to final production-ready designs.
• Review and approve engineering drawings, technical specifications, and 2D/3D models to ensure design accuracy and manufacturing feasibility.
• Lead product improvement and innovation initiatives to enhance product quality, functionality, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Ensure effective utilization of SolidWorks and other engineering design tools to develop accurate 3D models and technical drawings.
• Oversee the design and development of gauges, fixtures, and manufacturing-related engineering solutions.
• Drive product standardization and optimization of raw materials to improve production efficiency and reduce manufacturing costs.
• Collaborate closely with Production, Quality, Procurement, and other departments to ensure successful design implementation.
• Evaluate customer requirements and translate them into practical, technically feasible engineering solutions.
• Supervise design validation activities, material testing, and technical assessments to ensure compliance with product specifications.
• Establish and maintain accurate technical documentation, design records, specifications, and engineering change procedures.
• Identify opportunities to optimize manufacturing processes, reduce production time, and improve resource utilization.
• Monitor design project timelines, engineering deliverables, and team performance to ensure timely completion.
• Maintain confidentiality of customer information, technical drawings, and proprietary product designs.
• Promote continuous improvement, technical innovation, and engineering best practices across the Design Section.

Essential Skills & Qualifications: Technical Expertise & Engineering Leadership

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (Production & Design) or a closely related discipline.
• 7+ years of relevant experience in mechanical design, product development, or manufacturing engineering, preferably including team leadership or supervisory responsibilities.
• Strong hands-on experience with SolidWorks, including 3D modeling, assemblies, and engineering drawings.
• Solid knowledge of mechanical design principles, manufacturing processes, materials, and production requirements.
• Proven experience in developing and reviewing technical drawings, product specifications, and manufacturing designs.
• Practical experience in product standardization, design optimization, and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Good understanding of gauges, fixtures, and manufacturing support tools.
• Ability to evaluate product designs for manufacturability, quality, efficiency, and technical feasibility.
• Strong planning, problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making capabilities.
• Excellent leadership, team management, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and engineering documentation.
• Good command of English.

What Success Looks Like in This Role

• Timely delivery of accurate, innovative, and production-ready engineering designs.
• Improved product quality, functionality, and manufacturing efficiency.
• Reduced material waste, production costs, and design-related errors.
• Successful development and implementation of new and improved products.
• Effective standardization of engineering designs and technical documentation.
• Strong collaboration between Design, Production, Quality, and other departments.
• A technically capable and high-performing Design Engineering team.

What You'll Gain: Engineering Leadership, Innovation & Growth

• Lead the Design Engineering function within a reputable and growing industrial organization.
• Take ownership of product development and engineering improvement initiatives.
• Work on technically challenging projects involving mechanical design and manufacturing optimization.
• Collaborate with experienced engineering and production professionals.
• Contribute directly to product innovation, operational efficiency, and long-term business growth.

Lead Design. Drive Innovation. Engineer Excellence. Apply Now!

If you're an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer with strong technical expertise and a passion for leading teams, developing innovative products, and improving manufacturing performance, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact.