Tooling Engineer

Gruppo SKF; Clevedon; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An international company focused on energy-efficient products seeks a tooling designer at its Clevedon site. The role involves designing high-quality jigs and fixtures while collaborating across departments to innovate and improve manufacturing processes. A strong engineering background and CAD proficiency are essential for this permanent position.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in tooling design or a similar engineering role.
• Understanding of engineering drawings, GD&T, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop tooling to support product industrialisation.
• Manage tooling sub-contractors for timely delivery.
• Support automation initiatives by designing fixtures.

Skills

CAD software proficiency

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent experience

Tools

PTC Creo

Windchill

Job description

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Requisition ID: 22671

Job Category: Engineering & Technology

Contract type: Permanent

Location:

Clevedon, GB

At SKF, we make some of the world’s most innovative products and solutions to reduce friction since 1907 – because less friction means a more energy-efficient future where we can all do more with less. In Aerospace, we focus on innovation, sustainability, and the development of intelligent, competitive, and energy-efficient solutions for this industry. This enables our customers to fly faster, and farther with less maintenance, improved reliability, and reduced CO2 footprint.

Do you enjoy designing solutions that elevate the standards of manufacturing? Are you interested to work in automation and digitalisation projects?

If so, you could be our new…

…to support our production channels and manufacturing teams by designing and implementing high-quality jigs, fixtures, and tooling solutions.

Your main responsibilities include

• Design and develop tooling to support product industrialisation and manufacturing processes.
• Participate in product design reviews to ensure manufacturability.
• Create and maintain operation and stage drawings using CAD tools (PTC Creo/Windchill).
• Manage tooling sub-contractors to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery.
• Support automation initiatives by designing grippers and automation-ready fixtures.
• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve tooling issues and improve tooling performance.
• Contribute to digitalisation efforts by integrating parametric design data into stage models, tooling models and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience in tooling design or a similar engineering role in manufacturing.
• Proficiency in CAD software (experience with PTC Creo/Windchill an advantage).
• In-depth understanding of engineering drawings, GD&T, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) beneficial
• Proficient in both verbal and written communication, alongside teamwork skills.
• A proactive, problem-solving mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.

SKF is committed to creating a diverse environment, and we firmly believe that a diverse workforce is essential for our continued success. Therefore, we only focus on your experience, skills, and potential. Come as you are – just be yourself. #weareSKF

What we offer

The opportunity to expand your network and to develop your technical knowledges as you’ll work closely with cross-functional teams including Manufacturing Engineering, Production, Supply Chain, and Product Engineering.

Some additional information

The position will be based in SKF Aerospace UK, Clevedon site, on local contract.

You will report to the Engineering & Business Development Manager.

For information on the recruitment process you can contact Simona Collino, Recruitment Expert EMEA, at [e-mail]. Please, be informed that we can’t accept applications via email.

At SKF, we are committed to promoting fairness and inclusivity throughout our recruitment process. To achieve this, we may include assessments and verify the information in your application in compliance with country-specific laws and regulations.

Is this you?

If this sounds like a new step in your career, please, submit your application and CV in English no later than August, 22 2025.

Please note that due to the vacation period, our availability may be limited and response time may be slightly delayed. Thankyou!

About SKF

SKF has been around for more than a century and today we are one of the world’s largest global suppliers of bearings and supporting solutions for rotating equipment. With more than 40,000 employees in around 130 countries, we are truly global. Our products are found everywhere in society. In fact, wherever there is movement, SKF’s solutions might be at work. This means that we are an important part of the everyday lives of people and companies around the world. See more, at www.skf.com.