Toolmaker/ Tooling Engineer

First Base; Scotland; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Bridgwater is looking for a Toolmaker/Tooling Engineer to manufacture and refurbish tooling and perform maintenance on production machinery. The ideal candidate will have experience in precision machining and tool design, along with strong problem-solving skills. The role offers a competitive salary between £35,000 and £37,000 per annum plus bonus opportunities.

Qualifications

• Skilled in manual and CNC workshop equipment use.
• Experienced in precision machining and tool design.
• Strong task prioritisation and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture and refurbish tooling to specifications.
• Collaborate with design teams for new tooling solutions.
• Perform maintenance on production machinery.

Skills

Manual milling and turning

Precision machining

Tool design and fabrication

Reactive maintenance

Problem-solving

Effective communication

Proactive mindset for innovation

Education

Apprentice-trained engineering qualification or equivalent technical certification

Job description

Toolmaker/ Tooling Engineer

Location: Bridgwater
Hours: Full Time Hours Monday to Friday - Flexi Time
Salary: 35,000 - 37,000 per annum + up to 4% bonus

Key Responsibilities of a Toolmaker/ Tooling Engineer:

• Manufacture and refurbish tooling to technical drawings using manual and CNC workshop equipment, ensuring delivery to specification, on time, and to quality standards.
• Collaborate with design teams to interpret engineering drawings and develop new tooling solutions to support evolving products, machinery, and processes.
• Perform both planned and reactive maintenance on production machinery and facilities equipment; diagnose faults and implement effective repairs to minimise disruption.
• Provide timely and creative engineering solutions to manufacturing challenges, proposing and implementing innovations to improve tooling and production processes.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and efficient workshop environment through proactive housekeeping and strict adherence to safety protocols.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and support process optimisation to enhance operational efficiency.
• Mentor and support colleagues, including apprentices, and share technical expertise across teams.

Key Skills of a Toolmaker/ Tooling Engineer:

• Proficient in manual and CNC milling and turning
• Apprentice-trained engineering qualification or equivalent technical certification
• Proven experience in precision machining, tool design, and fabrication
• Hands-on experience with both planned and reactive maintenance of industrial machinery and facilities
• Excellent attention to detail and adherence to specifications
• Strong task prioritisation and time management skills
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making ability
• Clear communicator and strong collaborator
• Proactive with a mindset for innovation and continuous improvement
• Occasional UK travel may be required