Tooling Engineer: Safety-Driven Process Optimizer

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

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