Tooling Design Engineer

Matchtech Group; Bolton; Hybrid; GBP 57,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Matchtech Group is seeking a Tooling Design Engineer in Bolton to develop and deliver tooling solutions for aerospace projects. The role requires strong 3D modelling skills and CREO proficiency, with the ability to translate designs into precise 2D/3D definitions and detailed engineering drawings.

The position is hybrid in Bolton, requiring a minimum of 2 days onsite with remaining time remote, and carries a 6-month duration with potential extension.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in Tool Design and Definition.
• Ability to translate design intent from 3D models into high quality 2D/3D definitions (CREO preferred).
• Strong background in production of engineering drawings with high attention to detail.
• Knowledge of BS8888 Technical product documentation and specification, ISO 1101 Geometrical product specifications, ISO 5459 Datum systems.

Responsibilities

• Deliver practical and innovative tool design solutions.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align technical solutions with business goals.
• Re-engineer existing solutions updating models, configuration and documentation.
• Manage your own project timelines and priorities to meet deadlines and quality standards.

Skills

3D modelling

Tool design

CREO

Engineering drawings

BS8888

GD&T

Communication skills

Education

HNC/HND

Tools

CREO

3D annotations

Job description

Tooling Design Engineer

Location: Bolton (hybrid - minimum 2 days onsite, remainder remote; workload dependent)

Duration: 6 months (extension possible)

Rate: £50 p/h (Umbrella)

IR35: Inside

Clearance: SC to start (UK Eyes Only)

Overview

The Tool Design Team is at the heart of a rapidly evolving and high demand sector, delivering smart, adaptable tooling solutions across a wide range of aerospace projects.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver practical and innovative tool design solutions


• Collaborate with stakeholders to align technical solutions with business goals


• Re-engineer existing solutions updating models, configuration and associated documentation.


• Manage your own project timelines and priorities ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met.

Skillset/experience required:

• Ideally HNC/HND qualified with significant experience in Tool Design and Definition


• Must have a significant amount of 3D modelling experience and be able to assess 3D models for their quality. Experience in 3D annotations would be a distinct advantage (preferably CREO)


• Ability to translate design intent from 3D models into high quality 2D/3D definitions (preferably CREO)


• Strong background in the production of engineering drawings with high attention to detail


• Knowledge of BS8888 Technical product documentation and specification, ISO 1101 Geometrical product specifications, ISO 5459 Datum and datum systems and similar standards and GD & T


• Great communication skills with the drive and initiative to influence a network of stakeholders