Tool Design Leader

-; England; On-site; GBP 73,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company is seeking an experienced Tool Design Leader to manage a team of 15-20 designers. This role oversees the entire tool design lifecycle and requires leadership in developing efficient tooling solutions using NX CAD/CAM/CAE software. The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor's degree and relevant experience in tool design and team management, with a competitive salary range between $98,000 and $131,000. The position also offers comprehensive benefits and a performance bonus program.

Benefits

Health insurance

401(k) with company matching

Tuition assistance

Paid parental leave

Disability insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum of Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a relevant field.
• At least 4 years of experience in tool design.
• Minimum of 3 years in a leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of 15-20 tool designers.
• Oversee the design and development of tooling solutions.
• Utilize NX CAD/CAM/CAE software for design and refinement.
• Implement solutions to enhance efficiency using lean principles.
• Conduct root cause analysis for tooling failures.

Skills

Tool design

Team leadership

Problem-solving

Lean manufacturing principles

NX CAD/CAM/CAE software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

NX CAD/CAM/CAE

ATP software

Job description

Job Description Summary

Experienced and skilled Tool Design Leader to manage and guide a team of tool designers. This role is responsible for overseeing the entire tool design lifecycle, including conceptualization, development, implementation, and continuous improvement. The primary objective is to deliver tooling solutions that are efficient, precise, and aligned with production requirements.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of 15‑20 tool designers, fostering a collaborative and high‑performing work environment.
• Oversee the design and development of tooling solutions, such as fixtures, jigs, gauges, and dies, ensuring they meet project specifications and industry standards.
• Utilize NX CAD/CAM/CAE software extensively to create and refine designs while maintaining guidelines.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure tooling solutions integrate seamlessly with production processes.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement solutions to enhance efficiency and quality using lean manufacturing principles.
• Conduct root cause analysis for tooling failures and develop corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budget constraints.
• Stay informed on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to drive innovation in tooling design.
• Utilize ATP (Automated Tooling Program) software to manage design and build requests, mentor users on software abilities.
• Provide tooling cost quotes.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college, or a high school diploma/GED with a minimum of 4 years of experience in tool design, plus a minimum of 3 years of experience in tool design.

Desired Characteristics

• Machining Apprenticeship graduate or equivalent training program.
• People Leader experience.
• Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn.
• Ability to work with all levels within the organization.
• Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively.
• Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed.
• Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision‑maker, collaborative.
• Problem solver: analytical‑minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker.

Salary range: $98,000.00 – $131,000.00 USD Annual. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus/variable incentive plan. This posting is expected to close on Nov 25, 2025.

GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time‑off for vacation or illness.

GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its affiliates each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a "Sponsor"). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor's welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

Additional Job Description

Compensation Grade

LPB1

This role requires access to U.S. export‑controlled information. Therefore, for applicants who are not U.S. lawful permanent residents, U.S. Citizens, or have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., not a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), otherwise known as a U.S. Person), employment will be contingent on the ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export‑controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening.

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes