Senior Engineer (m/f/d) Composite Tool Design

JR United Kingdom; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive company in Bournemouth is seeking a Senior Engineer (m/f/d) Composite Tool Design. You will be responsible for designing tools and fixtures for composite production in an F1 environment. The ideal candidate has a degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering, extensive experience in motorsport parts design, and proficiency in CATIA V5. This role offers competitive benefits and a dynamic workplace in a fast-paced industry.

Benefits

Competitive salary

30 days annual holiday

Car leasing

Free on-site gym

Qualifications

• High-level knowledge and experience in motorsport parts layout and high-performance component design.
• F1 experience from an F1 team or supplier (minimum 4-5 years) is a clear advantage.
• Knowledge of tool design technologies for structural and non-structural parts.

Responsibilities

• Designing tools, jigs, and fixtures for composite production.
• Ensuring on-time project delivery within budget.
• Collaborating with engineers and production departments to develop tooling.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Automotive Engineering

Tool Design

F1 Experience

CATIA V5

Team Collaboration

Problem Solving

English Communication

Education

Degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering

Tools

CATIA 3DX

CATIA CPD/CPM

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Client:

TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Europe

Location:

bournemouth, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

04.08.2025

Expiry Date:

18.09.2025

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Job Description:

Don’t just go to work; become part of a unique company within a fast-moving industry. Toyota Gazoo Racing Europe – creating excitement through team spirit and advanced technology!

We are currently seeking a Senior Engineer (m/f/d) Composite Tool Design. The successful candidates will be responsible for conceptualizing and designing tools, jigs, and fixtures for composite production, inspection, and testing. Working closely as part of a team of designers, you will produce designs and drawings and provide full documentation in English. An essential part of the role is to ensure on-time delivery of projects within budget. Be part of our research and development and motorsport team in Cologne, Germany.

Are you a team player who thrives on responsibility, with strong analytical and negotiating skills? Then you are the right person for this challenge. Experience teamwork and be inspired by the passion of our 450-strong workforce for motorsport and automotive projects.

What we offer:

• Exciting projects with technical freedom and innovation
• Attractive benefits, including competitive salary, social benefits, 30 days annual holiday, car leasing, and free on-site gym
• A challenging, fulfilling workplace in a multinational company with a passionate atmosphere
• Designing and scheming of tooling, jigs, and fixtures from concept to final release
• Generating detailed specifications for tools, jigs, and fixtures for composite production
• Design and development of tooling, jigs, and fixtures for high-end race car components, including documentation in English
• Collaborating with engineers and production departments to develop tooling for component production, inspection, and testing
• Optimizing tool and jig designs for manufacturing efficiency, incorporating workshop feedback
• Workload planning for the composite design group in partnership with responsible engineers and production
• Ensuring on-time project delivery within budget

Your Skills:

• Degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering
• High-level knowledge and experience in motorsport parts layout and high-performance component design
• F1 experience from an F1 team or supplier (minimum 4-5 years) is a clear advantage
• Knowledge of tool design technologies for structural and non-structural parts
• Understanding of composite fabrication and machine shop processes
• Experience with CATIA V5 and/or CATIA 3DX, solid and surface design; additional experience in CATIA CPD/CPM is a plus
• Strong team player with an open-minded approach
• Ability to work effectively under stress and deliver high-quality results on time
• Flexible with working hours
• Pragmatic problem-solver with a target-oriented mindset
• Good command of English, both verbal and written