Manufacturing Engineer – Tooling
Location: Marlow
Salary: £45-60k
Clearance required: Candidates must be British nationals
Copello have partnered with a leading aerospace manufacturer who are looking for a Manufacturing Engineer – Tooling to join their bust team. As the Tooling Engineer, you’ll design and deliver high-performance jigs, fixtures, and tooling systems for low-volume, high-value aerospace components.
What You’ll Do:
* Design precision tooling with 3D CAD and 2D drawings
* Develop and optimize CNC programs (3/4/5-axis) to aerospace standards
* Collaborate cross-functionally to drive quality and efficiency
* Apply GD&T and DFM/DFA principles to deliver cost-effective, high-performance solutions
* Support continuous improvement in machining and assembly processes
What You Bring:
* 5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering
* Strong CAD/CAM skills (SolidWorks, Hypermill, Edgecam)
* CNC expertise (Mazak, Haas) and tooling design know-how
* Deep understanding of aerospace materials, standards or similar (AS9100, FAIR), and quality systems
* Degree in Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent experience)
Why Join Us?
* Work on world-class aerospace projects
* Collaborate with leading engineers and machinists
* Access training and development resources (CAD/CAM included)
* Be part of a safety-first, innovation-driven culture