Job Title: Tooling Design Engineer
Location: East London, UK
Our client is seeking an experienced Tooling Design Engineer to join their industrialisation and manufacturing engineering team based in East London.
This job is a key technical role focused 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 job, you will be responsible for the design, development, validation, and continuous improvement of tooling, test systems, and manufacturing equipment. You will work closely 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 for the Tooling Design Engineer job:
* Design and develop tooling, jigs, fixtures, and manufacturing equipment for production use
* Ensure Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Test (DFT) principles are applied
* Develop and improve automated test systems and production test benches
* Lead tooling and equipment projects from concept through to commissioning and validation
* Produce full technical documentation packages including drawings, procedures, and risk assessments
* Support production teams with technical troubleshooting, RCA, 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 for the Tooling Design Engineer job:
* 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 in commissioning and validating production equipment
* Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement practices
This job 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.
If you're looking for your next challenge and want to be part of a highly respected team working on real-world engineering solutions, this is a fantastic role to explore.