Tooling Design Engineer

Euro-Projects Recruitment Ltd; Castleton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Tooling Design Engineer located in Castleton, UK. The role involves supporting customers and internal teams with tooling and jig design, as well as overseeing the manufacture of these components. Required qualifications include experience in tooling design, CAD software proficiency, and strong organizational skills. Candidates should have a proactive approach and excellent communication abilities. A salary of £45K – £50K with benefits is offered for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Previous experience of tooling design or designing jigs and fixtures using CAD.
• Experience with plastic mouldings or injection moulding is advantageous.
• Strong communication skills and a proactive problem-solving mindset.

Responsibilities

• Support customers and internal teams with tooling design.
• Design and modify tooling CAD using Autodesk PowerShape.
• Oversee the manufacture of tooling, jigs, and fixtures.
• Provide design support for new and existing products.
• Assist Sales team with costings for quotations.
• Support NPI team during project introduction.

Skills

Tooling design

CAD software

Planning and organisational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Tools

Autodesk PowerShape

Job description

Tooling Design Engineer

£45K – £50K salary guide + benefits. Commutable from Rochdale, Manchester, Oldham, Huddersfield, Burnley, Bolton, Bury, Halifax, Ashton-under-Lyne, and surrounding areas.

Background

• Previous experience of tooling design / designing jigs and fixtures using CAD.
• Any experience plastic mouldings / injection moulding would be advantageous.
• Experience using CAD software (PowerShape experience advantageous, but training can be provided).
• Strong planning, organisational, and communication skills.
• A proactive, problem‑solving mindset with the ability to work cross‑functionally.

Responsibilities

• You will play a key role in supporting customers, internal manufacturing and commercial teams with tooling design / jig and fixture design.
• Designing jigs and fixtures and modifying tooling CAD using Autodesk PowerShape (training available if required).
• Overseeing the manufacture of tooling, jigs, and fixtures.
• Providing Design for Manufacture support to customers for both new enquiries and existing products.
• Supporting the Sales team with tooling, jig, and fixture costings for quotations and new projects.
• Supporting the NPI team with technical activities during project introduction.

How to Apply

To apply, please send your CV to Luke Smith at Euro Projects Recruitment Ltd.