Benefits:

* Employee Assistance Programme including trained Mental Health First Aiders and on demand GP service, for you, partner and children

* Company events to promote well-being, health & safety and numerous charity days

* Eye test vouchers and annual flu jab

* Onsite gym for £2 per month including a weekly HIIT class

* Cycle to Work Scheme

* Enhanced support for maternity and paternity leave

* Recommend a friend scheme

* Christmas Savings Club

* Opportunity for professional growth and development

* A vibrant culture committed to being fully inclusive.

Location: Washington

The Company: Well established manufacturer with aspirational growth plans for the next three years. Supporting customers worldwide, they manufacture over 2 million parts each year, across more than 10,000 unique products.

Job Description:

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* Lead, mentor, and develop the design team to achieve their full potential.

* Foster a culture of collaboration and excellence across the business

* Drive concept development and validate innovative ideas.

* Continuously improve current product range for optimal technical performance and reliability.

* Define the product development roadmap.

* Provide technical input and support into new product and component development.

* Ensure highest standards of product care and maintenance

* Identify and explore new markets and applications for our technologies.

* Provide technical support during customer interactions and meetings.

Skills & Experience

* Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.

* Proven experience in mechanical design or related engineering leadership.

* Strong commercial orientation with a track record of project delivery.

* Excellent communication and documentation skills