Job Description

We're looking for a skilled

Tooling Design and Development Engineer

to support new tooling projects and provide technical expertise across design and production.

This role involves developing and refining tooling designs, collaborating with global tooling partners, and ensuring all new and existing tooling meets company and customer requirements. It's a key position within the engineering team, offering a mix of hands-on technical work and cross-department collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

Provide technical support to the Toolroom and wider engineering teams on tooling queries. Develop and review

general assembly (GA)

drawings and tooling designs to meet internal standards. Work closely with international tooling suppliers to ensure robust, effective designs. Prepare and adapt

3D CAD models

for tooling manufacture, including markups and re-modelling when required. Participate in customer calls and meetings to discuss product and tooling development. Advise internal and external design teams on

optimum tooling solutions

and feasibility. Review and interpret

mould flow analysis

to support process optimisation. Provide accurate

modification quotations

based on customer files and design updates. Manage external tooling work, ensuring clear communication and accurate project information. Attend internal and external project meetings as required (some international travel may be offered). Uphold all company health and safety standards in accordance with the

Health and Safety at Work Act (1974)

.

What We're Looking For

Proven experience in

tooling design

,

injection moulding

, or

product development

. Strong 3D CAD skills (e.g. SolidWorks, NX, or equivalent). Good understanding of tooling manufacture and mould design principles. Ability to interpret customer CAD data and translate it into tooling-ready designs. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Experience working with international suppliers or toolmakers (advantageous). Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects.

Why Join Us

Opportunity to work on diverse tooling and product development projects. Exposure to both local and international tooling operations. Ongoing technical training and career development opportunities. Supportive engineering environment with cross-department collaboration.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 35,000.00-40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking On-site parking Private medical insurance
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person