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

JR United Kingdom; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive company in Portsmouth is seeking a Senior Engineer (m/f/d) in Composite Tool Design. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing tools, jigs, and fixtures and ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget. Candidates must have a degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering, with experience in motorsport and proficiency in CATIA. This role offers a competitive salary and attractive benefits, including 30 days annual leave and a free on-site gym.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Social benefits

30 days annual leave

Car leasing

Free on-site gym

Qualifications

• Must have a degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering.
• Experience with motorsport parts layout and high-performance component design is essential.
• F1 experience (4-5 years) is a strong advantage.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and design tools, jigs, and fixtures for composite production.
• Work closely with a team of designers to produce designs and drawings.
• Ensure project delivery within budget and schedule.

Skills

Degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering

Experience with motorsport parts layout and high-performance component design

F1 experience (minimum 4-5 years)

Knowledge of tool design technologies

Understanding of composite fabrication methods

Proficiency with CATIA V5 and/or CATIA 3DX

Strong team player

Ability to work under stress

Flexible and adaptable

Pragmatic problem-solver

Proficient in English

Education

Degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering

Tools

CATIA V5

CATIA 3DX

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Client:

TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Europe

Location:

Portsmouth, Hampshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

4

Posted:

04.08.2025

Expiry Date:

18.09.2025

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 with 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 project delivery 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 fit. Experience teamwork and be inspired by our 450-strong workforce's passion for motorsport and automotive projects.

What we offer:

• Exciting projects and a place for technical freedom and innovation
• Attractive benefits, e.g., competitive pay, social benefits, 30 days annual leave, car leasing, free on-site gym
• A challenging, fulfilling workplace in a multinational company with a passionate atmosphere
• Design 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
• Collaborate with production departments to develop and optimize tooling and fixtures
• Plan workload for the composite design team in partnership with engineers and production
• Ensure project delivery within budget and schedule

Your Skills:

• Degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering
• Experience with motorsport parts layout and high-performance component design
• F1 experience (minimum 4-5 years) is a strong advantage
• Knowledge of tool design technologies for structural and non-structural parts
• Understanding of composite fabrication and machine shop methods
• Proficiency with CATIA V5 and/or CATIA 3DX, solid and surface modeling; experience with CATIA CPD/CPM is a plus
• Strong team player with a collaborative mindset
• Ability to work under stress and deliver quality results on time
• Flexible and adaptable to the dynamic motorsport environment
• Pragmatic problem-solver with a goal-oriented approach
• Proficient in English, verbally and in writing