Tooling Engineer

DK Recruitment; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

DK Recruitment has an opportunity for an experienced Tooling Engineer with our client, a leading manufacturer of electrical cables and data network infrastructure. The role sits in the Technical team to maintain and improve existing production processes and assist in implementing new production from concept through to production.

The engineer will support tooling maintenance, safety-focused design modifications, and collaboration with operators and management to enhance safety, reliability and

Qualifications

• Level 3 Toolmaking or engineering-based apprenticeship.
• Problem solving skills.
• Involvement in Process Improvement activity.
• Familiar with CAD software and understanding of technical drawing standards.
• Experience of operating EDM Machine Processes.
• Able to organise and prioritise workload to ensure deadlines are met.
• Promotes health, safety and environmental awareness in the workplace.
• Excellent communicator across all levels of the organisation.
• Team player with ability to self-direct and motivate when working alone.
• Positive, adaptable, and supportive to new starters.

Responsibilities

• Ensure health and safety of yourself and others on site.
• Prioritise safety when maintaining or improving parts, processes and equipment.
• Assist the Toolmaker with maintenance and inspection of tooling.
• Assist the Maintenance Team with planned machine maintenance and repairs.
• Help design, develop, and implement cost-effective equipment modifications.
• Machining parts for repairs, spares or improvements.
• Collaborate with operators and management to improve production processes.
• Maintain technical documentation and drawings.
• Work on new product projects with input on design for manufacture and new equipment selection.

Skills

Problem solving

Organise workload

Team player

Communication

Education

Level 3 Toolmaking

Engineering apprenticeship

Tools

CAD software

EDM machinery

Job description

Our client, a leading manufacturer and supplier of products for fastening, fixing, installing, connecting, insulating, protecting, and identifying electrical cables and data network infrastructure, is looking for an experienced Tooling Engineer.

As part of the Technical team, the Manufacturing & Tooling Engineer will play a crucial role in maintaining and improving existing production processes and assist in the implementation of new production from concept stage through to production.

Requirements:

• Responsible for the Health and Safety of yourself and others. Ensuring a safe working environment for all employees and visitors on site through prioritisation of a safety-first mentality.
• Prioritising safety when maintaining or improving parts, processes and equipment.
• Assist the Toolmaker with maintenance and inspection of tooling including regrinds, punch changes and logging all work completed.
• Assist the Maintenance Team with planned machine maintenance and repairs.
• Help design, develop, and implement cost-effective equipment modifications to improve safety, reliability, and productivity.
• Machining parts for repairs, spares or improvements.
• Collaborate with operators and management to understand requirements and improve production processes.
• Maintain technical documentation and drawings.
• Work on new product projects with input on design for manufacture and collaborating on the selection and implementation of new equipment or processes as needed.

Education & Experience:

• Level 3 Toolmaking or engineering-based apprenticeship.
• Problem solving skills.
• Involvement in Process Improvement activity.
• Familiar with CAD software with an understanding of technical drawing standards & principles.
• Experience of operating EDM Machine Processes.
• Able to organise and prioritise workload to ensure deadlines are met in support of business objectives.
• Acts in a responsible and conscientious manner within the workplace, to promote the health, safety of self and others and an awareness for environmental issues.
• An excellent communicator through all levels of the organisation and with external customers.
• Able to work as part of a team when required to get the task done, also with the ability to self-direct and motivate when working alone.
• Positive approach, open to change and trying new things. Shows positivity and role model to new starters and supporting their training.

Hours - Monday - Friday - 40 hours between 0700 and 1700