Technical Design Manager

Technical Design Manager Permanent Full-Time

Salary – Circa £46,000 DOE
Location – Office based in Halifax

We're excited to support a leading design and manufacturing business specialising in high-quality, bespoke interior solutions for commercial sectors such as retail, hospitality, and workplace environments. Combining traditional craftsmanship with advanced production techniques, they operate from a modern facility that fosters collaboration and innovation.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Technical Design Manager to join a growing company where your expertise will be valued, your ideas embraced, and your professional growth supported.

Responsibilities, but are not limited to

Leading and developing a growing team of Technical Designers, mentoring, supporting, and helping them thrive
Producing accurate and detailed construction drawings (setting out) for bespoke joinery, metalwork, and fit-out packages
Managing drawing registers and ensuring all design documentation is kept up to date
Interpreting architectural plans and briefs, translating complex requirements into buildable solutions
Collaborating with production teams to ensure all designs are fully optimised for CNC/CAM manufacturing
Using SolidWorks (and ideally SWOOD) to develop detailed 3D models and drawing packs
Planning ahead to keep design deliverables aligned with production schedules
Contributing to RIBA Stage 4 drawing packages and offering creative input for new business project pitches
Coordinating with external suppliers and internal teams to integrate lighting, AV, textiles, and interactives into final buildsExperiences required

Proficient in creating 3D CAD models using SolidWorks or similar software (e.g. Inventor, Solid Edge, Fusion 360, Onshape)
Experience using SolidWorks SWOOD is highly advantageous
Proven experience as a Technical or Product Designer within bespoke manufacturing, joinery, or interior fit-out sectors, ideally including museum, exhibition, or stage/set environments
Skilled in producing detailed, production-ready technical drawings (DFM) and working accurately from architectural plans
Experience leading or managing design teams and collaborating with subcontractors is desirablePackage

40 Hours P/W | Monday to Friday | Flexible Hours (6am to 4:30pm) | 28 Days Holiday Inc. Bank | NEST Pension | Company Bonus Scheme | 30 Minute Lunch