Design Manager
Manchester, UK
About Edina
Established in 1985, Edina is a leading international power generation specialist, delivering low-carbon, cost-effective energy and battery storage solutions. Using diverse fuel sources like biogas, natural gas, and landfill gas, Edina supports clients in improving energy efficiency, reducing emissions, and achieving net zero goals.
With over 200 professionals and global operations, Edina combines innovative technology, in-house manufacturing, and strong customer values—sustainability, flexibility, and integrity—to provide reliable, tailored power solutions and exceptional after-sales support across public and industrial sectors.
We aim to build long-lasting partnerships with our customers in support of their project requirements to deliver market-leading power generation solutions to reduce energy costs and guide our clients through the transition to net carbon zero.
We are now looking for a Design Manager to join us on a full-time, permanent basis.
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
- 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 creativity
This is an exciting opportunity for a forward-thinking engineer with experience in power generation and a passion for mentoring teams to join our innovative organisation.
You’ll have the chance to lead cutting-edge energy projects that directly support our clients’ journeys toward net zero, using your technical expertise to deliver tailored, low-carbon power solutions.
Plus, with a strong commitment to employee development, you’ll benefit from ongoing training, clear progression opportunities, and the chance to make a lasting impact in a business that values sustainability, creativity, and engineering excellence.
The Role
As a Design Manager, you will be at the forefront of engineering excellence, driving the success of our Sales and Projects Business.
Your role will be crucial in ensuring projects are managed and designed cost effectively, meeting high expectations.
With your proactive approach, extensive knowledge of the energy industry and ability to mentor and inspire your team, you will engage with the engineering network to deliver innovative solutions and industry best practices for our clients.
Building an inspired, inclusive work environment that attracts, supports, and develops world-class talent is a crucial key to our success. If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesn’t exactly align, we encourage you to apply.
About You
To be considered as a Design Manager, you’ll need:
- A minimum qualification to degree level, preferably in a mechanical engineering discipline with 2 years’ experience in a similar role with a focus on power generation
OR
- An HND/C Level 3 qualification in an engineering discipline with 3 years’ experience in a similar role with a focus on power generation and renewable energy
- To be a competent process engineer with 2 years’ experience in power generation, process engineering, electrical distribution and building services, pipework and ventilation design, CDM and health & safety
- Previous experience in technical management and development of Energy Projects
- Previous experience managing a team of Design Engineers
- The proven ability to manage engineering design activities in a business environment with safety critical responsibility
- An understanding of AutoCAD or equivalent
- Strong resource planning skills
- A full, valid driving licence
Hours of Work: Monday - Thursday 8.30 am - 5.00 pm, Friday 8.30 am - 4.00 pm
The closing date for applications is Friday 25th April 2025.
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.
Other organisations may call this role Engineering Design Lead, Technical Design Manager, Project Design Manager, Energy Solutions Design Manager, Engineering Development Lead, or Technical Projects Design Manager.
Edina is an equal opportunities employer.
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