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

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

Job summary

A leading automotive company in Hemel Hempstead is seeking a Senior Engineer (m/f/d) for Composite Tool Design. The role involves conceptualizing and designing tools for composite production. Ideal candidates have a degree in Mechanical Engineering and experience in motorsport part layout. Competitive salary, 30 days holiday, and gym access are part of the attractive benefits offered, in a dynamic team environment.

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 advantageous.
• Understanding of composite fabrication and machine shop operations.

Responsibilities

• Designing and scheming concepts of tooling, jigs, and fixtures from initial concept to final release.
• Collaborating with production departments to develop tooling and fixtures for components.
• Ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Motorsport Parts Layout

CATIA V5

Problem-Solving Skills

Stress Management

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering

Tools

CATIA 3DX

Composite Fabrication Technologies

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Client:

TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Europe

Location:

hemel hempstead, 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. You will work closely as part of a team of designers, producing designs and drawings and providing full documentation in English. An essential part of your role is to ensure on-time delivery of projects within budget. Join 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? If so, you are the right person for this role. Experience teamwork and be inspired by our passionate 450-strong workforce involved in motorsport and automotive projects.

What we offer:

• Exciting projects and a place for 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 concepts of tooling, jigs, and fixtures from initial 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 production departments to develop tooling and fixtures for component manufacturing, inspection, and testing
• Optimizing tool and jig designs to improve manufacturing efficiency, incorporating feedback from workshops
• Workload planning for the composite design group in partnership with engineers and production teams
• Ensuring projects are delivered on time and 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 advantageous
• Experience with tool design technologies, especially for structural and non-structural parts
• Understanding of composite fabrication and machine shop operations
• Proficiency with CATIA V5 and/or CATIA 3DX, solid and surface design; additional experience in CATIA CPD/CPM is advantageous
• Strong team player with an open-minded approach
• Ability to work under stress and deliver high-quality results on time
• Flexible working hours
• Pragmatic problem-solving skills with a target-oriented mindset
• Good command of English, both verbal and written