Senior Tooling Engineer – Onsite Manufacturing Leader

BAE Systems; Broughton in Furness; On-site; GBP 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in the UK is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer – Tooling to manage tooling from procurement to delivery. The role involves collaboration with a multi-skilled team, providing guidance to junior engineers, and leading tooling reviews. Applicants should have HNC qualification or equivalent in mechanical or structural engineering and a background in manufacturing or production. Benefits include a competitive pension, employee share plans, and wellness programs. Closing date for applications is January 9, 2026.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible health and lifestyle benefits

Private health plans

Shopping discounts

Annual incentive eligibility

Qualifications

• Able to work as part of a multi-disciplined team and guide junior engineers.
• Experience in onsite tooling contract management.
• Background in manufacturing or production environments.
• Exposure to high-hazard industries.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for tooling from procurement to delivery.
• Lead tooling reviews and support the operations teams.
• Communicate with stakeholders for project delivery updates.
• Motivate and develop assigned staff.

Skills

Team collaboration

Tools management

Problem-solving

Mechanical or structural engineering

Manufacturing background

Education

HNC qualification or equivalent

Tools

Build aids

Jigs/fixtures

Construction tooling

Job description

A leading defense contractor in the UK is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer – Tooling to manage tooling from procurement to delivery. The role involves collaboration with a multi-skilled team, providing guidance to junior engineers, and leading tooling reviews. Applicants should have HNC qualification or equivalent in mechanical or structural engineering and a background in manufacturing or production. Benefits include a competitive pension, employee share plans, and wellness programs. Closing date for applications is January 9, 2026.