Job Title: Tooling Design Engineer
Location: West London, UK
Our client is seeking an experienced Tooling Design Engineer to join their industrialisation and manufacturing engineering team in West London. This key technical role focuses on enabling the successful introduction of high‑reliability products into production environments, ensuring robust, safe, and efficient manufacturing processes for both submerged and terrestrial applications.
In this role you will design, develop, validate, and continuously improve tooling, test systems, and manufacturing equipment. You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams including R&D, production, quality, and supply chain to ensure products are fully industrialised in line with quality, cost, delivery, and safety requirements.
Key Responsibilities
* Design and develop tooling, jigs, fixtures, and manufacturing equipment for production use
* Apply Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Test (DFT) principles
* Develop and improve automated test systems and production test benches
* Lead tooling and equipment projects from concept through to commissioning and validationProduce full technical documentation packages including drawings, procedures, and risk assessments
* Provide technical support to production teams with troubleshooting, root‑cause analysis, and process optimisation
* Ensure compliance with HSE regulations, PUWER standards, and internal procedures
* Support New Product Introduction (NPI) and first‑off build activities
* Drive continuous improvement using Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and Kaizen methodologies
Skills & Experience
* Degree in Electronics, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline (or equivalent experience)
* Proven experience in tooling design, manufacturing engineering, or industrialisation roles
* Strong understanding of electromechanical systems and production processes
* Experience developing automated test systems and test equipment
* Knowledge of FMEA, risk assessments, and HSE/PUWER compliance
* Experience commissioning and validating production equipment
* Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement practices
This position offers the opportunity to play a critical role in bridging the gap between design and production, directly influencing manufacturing efficiency, product quality, and industrial performance.
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