Design Manager - Edina : Job Details

Design ManagerManchester, UKThe CompanyEdina specialises in the engineering, installation and after-care support of low carbon gas-fired Combined Heat and Power (CHP) plants, fast response balancing peaking plants and mission-critical standby diesel generation.We employ over 200 staff across our international operations located in the UK, Ireland, Australia, and India, and collectively manage a growing portfolio of almost 1GW electrical distributed generation.For over 35 years, we continue to support the growth of decentralised low carbon power generation, helping businesses improve energy efficiency, cost savings, power resilience, and emission reduction as we collectively move towards achieving net zero.We are currently seeking to appoint a Design Manager to join our team in Stockport, Manchester.The Benefits- Competitive salary- 25 days’ annual leave plus local Statutory Holidays- Enhanced Holiday Entitlement based on length of service- Company pension scheme with attractive employer contribution percentage- Company vehicle- Private healthcare scheme- Life Insurance- Employee Assistance Programme- Cycle to Work Scheme- Career development opportunities- Continued investment in employee training to further enhance knowledge, expertise and creativityYear-on-year, Edina's independent ownership has allowed continued growth. They have also developed a proven track record in delivering, and maintaining, a portfolio of high profile and award-winning projects across the UK, Ireland and Australia.This is a fantastic time to join an established company with a promising future. So, if you want to broaden your commercial experience and support Edina's continued success, this is the role for you.The RoleAs a Design Manager, you will assist in profitably managing the Edina UK Sales and Projects Business, ensuring that the Projects are designed in a cost effective way as measured by the management accounts. You will be responsible for all aspects related to engineering of the Sales and Projects business and accountable through the Head of Project and Design for the successful completion of the individual projects within budget. The responsibility includes producing mechanical, electrical and process engineering design packs to enable successful design, build and manufacture, commissioning, operation and servicing of Combined Heat and Power and Tri-generation Plants, both gas and diesel fuelled, Battery Energy Storage Schemes, and any future technologies Edina develop, while providing input and support throughout the full life cycle of a project from sales to service.About YouTo be considered as a Design Manager, you’ll need:- To hold, preferably, a minimum qualification to degree level in an engineering discipline with 2 years’ experience in a similar role with a focus on power generation.OR- To hold an HND/C Level 3 qualification in an engineering discipline with 3 years’ experience in a similar role with a focus on power generation.- To be a competent engineer with 2 years’ experience in power generation, process engineering, electrical distribution and building services, pipework and ventilation design, CDM and health & safety.- To have previous experience in successful technical management and development of Energy Projects.- To have proven ability to manage engineering design activities in a business environment with safety critical responsibility.- To have previous experience managing a team of Design Engineers.- To have strong resource planning skills.- To have effective IT skills and competent in Microsoft Office Packages and an understanding of AutoCAD or equivalent.- To hold a full, valid driving licence.Hours of Work:Monday - Thursday 8.30 am - 5.00 pm, Friday 8.30 am - 4.00 pmThe closing date for applications is Friday 8th November 2024.Due to a fast-moving market, applications may be filled on short notice and the deadline date may be brought to a close early. Please apply early to avoid disappointment.Edina is an equal opportunities employer.This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.