About the job

Description

ROLE – Project Manager (Mechanical Design)

SALARY - £45,000- £55,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

TYPE – Permanent

Location- Bristol

My client is a specialist manufacturer. They are looking for a Project Manager with a background in Mechanical Design Engineering to join their team in Bristol on a permanent basis.

The Project Manager will ideally have the following attributes:

• Experienced Project Manager, ideally with a background in Mechanical Design / Product Development
• Degree / HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ qualified in Mechanical Engineering or similar
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes including sheet metal, fabrication, welded parts and machining
• Be proficient using 3D CAD software such as Inventor, SolidWorks, Creo etc.
• Knowledge of a variety of materials – sheet metal, injection moulded plastics etc.
• Be able to read engineering drawings
• Strong leadership skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects at once and deliver results on time and budget
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written
• Be able to work well individually as well as part of a team

Responsibilities include:

• Lead and Project Manage the Design, Prototyping, Development, Testing and Introduction of new products
• Identifying and managing full lifecycle projects, from bid generation to manufacture and delivery
• Successfully delivering projects on time and on budget
• Working on full lifecycle design projects
• Designing and developing new products
• Producing detailed works schedules, resource and projects plans
• Liaising with clients as required keeping them up to date with project progress
• Working with design, purchasing and production departments
• Presenting project plans and reports to management
• Reporting progress, managing risks and responding to issues
• Maintaining technical documentation as required
• Working in a small, multidisciplined team

If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up to date CV as soon as possible.