Prototype Engineer

ELDON TOOL CO LTD; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Ownership trust (EOT)

Private Medical Insurance

25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Salary sacrifice schemes - Cyclescheme

Techscheme

Christmas Bonus

Pension scheme

Life Assurance

Job summary

Eldon Tool and Engineering Ltd is seeking a skilled individual for its Sheffield-based engineering operations. The role involves producing prototype products and fixtures to support development of new automotive components, with training offered for self-improvement.

Candidates should have toolroom experience, with capability in manual/CNC milling, turning and surface grinding, and a proactive, can-do attitude. Automotive interest is a plus but not required.

Qualifications

• Previous experience of working in a toolroom environment.
• Experience of manual/CNC milling, turning & surface grinding.
• CNC experience would be advantageous but not required.
• Ability to problem solve & come up with solutions.
• Good Team Player.
• To be motivated with a "can do" attitude.
• Have some automotive interest or understanding but not essential.

Responsibilities

• To produce prototype products for the development and testing of new innovative automotive products.
• To produce jigs and fixtures to aid production.
• Undertake any necessary training to help with self-development.

Skills

Toolroom experience

Manual/CNC milling

Turning & surface grinding

CNC experience advantageous

Problem solving

Team player

Can-do attitude

Automotive interest

Job description

Eldon Tool and Engineering Ltd is a stimulating and challenging place to work and we are looking for a skilled conscientious person who has experience in manual/CNC milling, manual turning & surface grinding to produce high quality prototype products and tooling to engineering drawings ideally from a tool room type background.

You will be working closely with Engineering and Design departments and have input into the development of new projects and manufacturing processes.

The Role:

• To produce prototype products for the development and testing of new innovative automotive products
• To produce jigs and fixtures to aid production
• Undertake any necessary training to help with self-development

Required Skills:

• Previous experience of working in a toolroom environment
• Experience of manual/CNC milling, turning & surface grinding
• CNC experience would be advantageous but not required
• Ability to problem solve & come up with solutions
• Good Team Player
• To be motivated with a "can do" attitude.
• Have some automotive interest or understanding but not essential

Location:

Sheffield - Don Valley area

Hours:

37 Hours per week Mon - Fri. Working hours to be discussed at interview.

What Makes Eldon Tool Different?

We are proud to be employee-owned through an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT), we are committed to delivering long-term value, stability, and meaningful opportunities for our people.
What this means for our teams is enhanced job security, a stronger employee voice, and a culture where ideas and opinions are not only heard but actively acted upon. By investing in our people, we create an environment where employees feel valued, engaged, and empowered to make a real difference.
This long-term commitment to our workforce helps build greater stability, strengthens our business, and ensures a sustainable future for both our employees and our customers.

Why work for us?

We believe our people are at the heart of our success and play a vital role in everything we achieve as an organisation. Because of this, we are committed to creating a positive and supportive working environment where employees feel genuinely valued, respected, and appreciated for the contribution they make. We recognise that when our staff are well-supported, motivated, and engaged, they are able to perform at their best and grow both personally and professionally.
To support this, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance wellbeing and promote a healthy work-life balance.

• Employee Ownership trust (EOT )
• Private Medical Insurance with Vitality
• FREE Holidays in our very own company holiday homes
• Your Birthday off in addition to your annual leave
• Christmas Savings Club with company contribution
• Paid day off for your child's first day at school
• Paid day off when you become a Grandparent
• Salary sacrifice scheme - Cyclescheme and Techscheme
• Enhanced company sick pay
• Life Assurance scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Access to Virtual GP Service
• Staff discount on our products
• Competitive Pension scheme
• 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays
• Long service rewards
• Christmas Bonus
• Refer a friend scheme, with bonus payment
• Yearly Flu Jabs

Eldon Tool and Engineering encourage all employees with personal development and self-improvement. Training can be provided and employees are supported with additional training or qualifications if required for the role, with great prospects to step up the ladder we encourage growth and ambition.

Eldon Tool and Engineering Ltd | 28 Don Road | Sheffield | S9 2UB