Tooling Design and CAD Engineer

Intec Recruitment; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace engineering company in Farnborough is seeking a skilled Tooling Design and CAD Engineer for a 6-month fixed-term contract. The successful candidate will design production tooling for aircraft structures, generating detailed CAD models and collaborating with various engineering teams. Strong experience in CAD software, along with an understanding of aerospace manufacturing processes, is essential. This role requires eligibility to work in the UK and will provide necessary tools and software.

Benefits

Onboarding provided

Tools and software provided

Site-based working environment

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in tooling design and CAD within aerospace or precision engineering.
• Strong knowledge of CAD software.
• Familiar with aerospace manufacturing processes and assembly techniques.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop production tooling for aircraft structures.
• Generate detailed 3D models and manufacturing drawings.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on tooling trials.

Skills

Tooling design

CAD software (CATIA V5/V6, NX, SolidWorks)

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Tools

CATIA V5/V6

Siemens NX

SolidWorks

Job description

Our client, a leading aerospace engineering company, is looking to engage a skilled Tooling Design and CAD Engineer on a 6-month fixed-term contract. The successful candidate will support tooling development and CAD design activities for aircraft structures and components, working within a high-performing manufacturing engineering team.

Key Responsibilities:

Design and develop production tooling: jigs, fixtures, assembly aids, and handling equipment.

Generate detailed 3D models and 2D manufacturing drawings using CATIA V5/V6, NX, or SolidWorks.

Ensure tooling designs align with manufacturing, quality, and safety standards.

Apply GD&T, tolerance stack-up analysis, and DFM/DFA principles.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Design, Production, and Quality Engineering.

Support tooling trials, validation, and troubleshooting on the shop floor.

Maintain accurate technical documentation and design records in accordance with AS9100 standards.

Essential Skills & Experience:

5 + Years, Proven experience in tooling design and CAD within the aerospace or precision engineering sector.

Strong working knowledge of CAD software (CATIA V5/V6, Siemens NX, or SolidWorks).

Familiar with aerospace manufacturing processes, materials, and assembly techniques.

Strong understanding of engineering drawings, GD&T, and industry standards.

Excellent communication, problem-solving, and team collaboration skills.

Eligibility to work in UK; clearance will be required for this role.

Desirable:

Experience working with composite tooling or metal-forming dies.

Knowledge of PLM systems and digital release processes (e.g., Teamcenter, Enovia).

Previous experience with aerospace OEMs or Tier 1 suppliers.

Additional Info:

Contract duration: 6 months

Working pattern: 37.5 hours/week, Mon Fri

Site-based

Tools/software and onboarding provided by the client