Lead Tooling Design Engineer: Drive CNC Tools & Production

Jaxdene Solutions Limited; Huntingdonshire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading packaging solutions provider in the UK is seeking an experienced Tool Design Engineer to spearhead the design, development, and commissioning of thermoformed production tools. The successful candidate will supervise a small team, improve processes and ensure high-quality production outcomes. Required are 3-5 years’ experience in a manufacturing setting, preferably in thermoforming or injection moulding, along with strong knowledge of CNC processes and tooling materials. Excellent salary and benefits package offered.

Benefits

Excellent salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' experience in a similar role within the manufacturing sector, preferably with thermoforming or injection moulding.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement.
• Ability to lead a small team.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of design, development, and commissioning of thermoformed production tools.
• Lead standardisation of new and existing tool designs.
• Research, develop, and improve tooling solutions and methods.

Skills

CNC processes

Tooling materials

Excellent communication

Leadership

Collaboration

Education

Vocational or engineering focussed discipline

Job description

A leading packaging solutions provider in the UK is seeking an experienced Tool Design Engineer to spearhead the design, development, and commissioning of thermoformed production tools. The successful candidate will supervise a small team, improve processes and ensure high-quality production outcomes. Required are 3-5 years’ experience in a manufacturing setting, preferably in thermoforming or injection moulding, along with strong knowledge of CNC processes and tooling materials. Excellent salary and benefits package offered.