Lift Engineering Design Manager
Dartford + Frequent Site Travel. Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits Package inc Car Allowance.
Reporting to: Major Works Director.
Company: Pioneer of the British lift industry. Formerly part of global brand Otis. Private Equity-backed by R Capital since 2025. Independent specialist in lift installation, maintenance, repair and modernisation.
Pedigree: Clients include national retail chains, major hospitals, facilities management providers and MOD sites. Culture: Safety, Ethics & Quality Focused.
About the Role
You will act as the technical authority across design, engineering standards, quality and compliance functions throughout the business. You will lead technical review activity across lift modernisation and installation projects, ensuring designs, installations and operational activity comply fully with EN81, LOLER, PUWER, CDM and wider regulatory frameworks. Working closely with engineers, project managers, operational teams and leadership, you will provide expert technical guidance, support continuous improvement initiatives, and help strengthen engineering consistency, quality and safety across the organisation. You will also play a key role in mentoring teams, supporting technical development and ensuring robust engineering governance processes are maintained throughout project delivery and field operations.
About You
- Degree or HNC/HND in Mechanical, Electrical or Lift Engineering (or equivalent).
- Minimum 8 years' experience in the lift or building services industry, with proven technical and compliance expertise.
- In-depth understanding of EN81, LOLER, PUWER, CDM, EH&S and other lift industry standards.
- Demonstrated experience in design review, project engineering, and technical governance.
- Proven ability to manage technical teams and influence cross-functional stakeholders.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills — able to explain complex technical issues clearly.
- CAD and digital design tools proficiency desirable.
- NEBOSH or IOSH qualification advantageous.
Benefits
- Access to Discounts Platform.
- Pension (Day 1) - Aviva.
- Holiday - 25 days per year plus bank holidays.
- Wellness (Day 1) - Employee Assistance Programme.
- Death in Service (Day 1) 3x Salary - Canada Life.
- Sickness Scheme - Discretionary.
- Family Policies - Enhanced maternity and paternity provision subject to service.
- Incentive Scheme - Discretionary.
- Employee Referral Scheme.
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
