Drawing Office Manager

1 week ago

Newton Abbot, United Kingdom Verto People Full time

A Drawing Office Manager / Engineering Manager / Design Office Lead is required for a market-leading engineering and materials-handling specialist based in Newton Abbot. 

The Drawing Office Manager will oversee the coordination, direction, and development of the drafting and engineering team. This is a leadership role focused on workflow management, quality assurance, design standards, and supporting multiple projects from concept through to manufacture. The position acts as the central hub between Project Managers, the Workshop, and the wider Engineering team, ensuring efficient delivery, accurate design output, and continuous improvement across the Drawing Office.

Package:
Salary between £45, 000 to £50,000
Monday to Friday hours 
Training, development, and progression within a growing engineering business
Fully onsite role based in Newton Abbott, Devon
Free onsite parking
Pension contribution
28 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) 

Drawing Office Manager Role:
Lead, manage, and develop the Drawing Office team, ensuring all drafting, detailing, and engineering tasks are delivered on time and to the highest standards.
Oversee design output, ensuring all drawings meet company standards and legislative requirements.
Drive Lean Engineering principles and develop a deep understanding of materials-handling and engineering processes.
Identify design changes or specification variations, escalating immediately to the Project and Commercial teams. 

Requirements:
Proven experience as a Drawing Office Manager / Design Office Lead / Engineering Manager within a manufacturing, engineering, or materials-handling environment.
Strong understanding of drafting, detailing, engineering workflows, and design compliance.
Knowledge of UKCA marking, Design Risk Assessments, and engineering standards desirable.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to liase efficiently between departments 
Have a strong commercial awareness 
Be able to commute to Newton Abbott

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