Tooling Design Engineer

Platform Recruitment; Cwmsyfiog; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment firm in the UK is seeking a Tool Design Engineer to develop mechanical tooling and automation solutions. The role involves designing and leading projects across automotive and robotics sectors, with opportunities for international travel. Candidates should have an engineering degree and a background in mechanical design. Employment offers competitive salary and professional growth in an innovative environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary & benefits

Exciting international travel opportunities

Projects across automotive, robotics, and advanced manufacturing

Career growth in a collaborative, innovative team

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or relevant industry experience.
• Background in automation, manufacturing, or industrial/mechanical design.
• Hands-on production experience is advantageous.
• Experience in automotive or robotics is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design tools, fixtures, and automation solutions.
• Lead the full design process – concept, documentation, supplier liaison, commissioning.
• Collaborate with engineers to solve production challenges.
• Support projects in the UK and overseas.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Engineering degree or relevant industry experience

Job description

Overview

We're seeking a Tool Design Engineer to create innovative mechanical tooling and automation solutions for leading manufacturing projects. You'll take ideas from concept to commissioning, working alongside production and process engineers, with the chance to work on-site in Sweden, Europe, and Asia.

Why Apply?

• Competitive salary & benefits


• Exciting international travel opportunities


• Projects across automotive, robotics, and advanced manufacturing


• Career growth in a collaborative, innovative team

What You'll Do

• Design tools, fixtures, and automation solutions


• Lead the full design process — concept, documentation, supplier liaison, commissioning


• Collaborate with engineers to solve production challenges


• Support projects in the UK and overseas

What You'll Bring

• Engineering degree or relevant industry experience


• Background in automation, manufacturing, or industrial/mechanical design


• Hands-on production experience (advantageous)


• Experience in automotive or robotics (desirable)


• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently

Apply now to join a team shaping the future of manufacturing technology