Tooling Design Engineer

ZipRecruiter; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruiting platform in the UK is seeking a Tool Designer to create and optimize manufacturing tools. The ideal candidate will have experience with CAD, a bachelor's degree, and 2-4 years in the field. Responsibilities include designing tooling concepts and managing procurements. A proactive approach and technical expertise are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in designing manufacturing tools and machinery.
• Ability to create detailed design models and documentation.
• Proficiency in estimating costs and resource requirements.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop tools for manufacturing optimization.
• Review product design to determine tooling concepts.
• Manage sourcing and procurement of purchased tools.

Skills

Computer-Aided Design (CAD)

Manufacturing Processes

Tool Design

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

CAD Software

Job description

Overview

Job Description

Job Description:

Design and develop tools and machinery used to facilitate and optimize manufacturing processes. Reviews product design and build requirements to determine tooling concepts, design options, testing plans, and specifications. Develops designs for stamp tooling, fixtures, jigs, gauges, cutting and forming tools, carts, racks, and other items to support production. Utilizes Computer-Aided Design (CAD) to create accurate, complete, and concise design models and documentation to fabricate tools. Estimates costs, resource requirements, and materials required for tools. Manage the sourcing, quoting, or procurement of purchased tools. Typically requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager.

Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Typically requires 2–4 years of related experience.