Design Engineer – Reputable Manufacturing Company
We are a reputable manufacturing company currently looking for a Design Engineer with a strong tooling background to join our expanding team.
This role will play a key part in the design, development, and improvement of specialist tooling and mechanical systems used across our product range.
What we’re looking for:
* BEng in Mechanical Engineering or similar discipline
* Proven background in tooling design, development, or modification
* Hands-on experience with CAD software; SolidWorks knowledge is highly beneficial
* Strong understanding of manufacturing methods, machining, and tooling processes
* Excellent problem-solving ability with strong attention to detail
* Clear and confident communication skills, both written and verbal
What you’ll be doing:
* Lead the design and development of new tooling solutions to support production and product innovation
* Improve and optimise existing tooling for efficiency, reliability, and cost-effectiveness
* Work closely with production and assembly teams to ensure tooling meets operational requirements
* Conduct feasibility studies and calculations to validate tooling performance
* Take ownership of tooling projects, from concept through to testing and sign-off
* Regularly liaise with customers, suppliers, and stakeholders on tooling-related requirements
* Support the wider engineering team with technical expertise in tooling and mechanical systems
* Provide input on continuous improvement initiatives and new product development through tooling innovation
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer with a proven tooling design background to join a well-established and forward-thinking manufacturing business, where your expertise will directly influence product quality and performance