Overview
Location: London
Job Type: Contract
Rate: Mechanical Design Engineer (CAD Tooling) – London – GBP42 – GBP52 per hour Umbrella DOE – Contract (up to 2 Years)
Primary Purpose
We are seeking a CAD Tooling Design Engineer responsible for defining and designing new tooling to support the industrialisation and introduction of high–reliability submerged products into production. This role involves designing tooling and equipment to simplify the assembly of Optical/Electrical products while ensuring high standards of quality and reliability.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
* Collaborate with Supply Chain Engineers and R&D teams to design and industrialise new submerged products.
* Define and design tooling and equipment to streamline assembly and testing processes.
* Propose innovative tooling solutions to reduce assembly time and improve efficiency.
* Utilize Creo CAD software for tooling design, ensuring compliance with company standards.
* Present tooling concepts to stakeholders and oversee their production.
* Source and manage external equipment suppliers for timely delivery.
* Inspect new tooling for conformance with specifications and drawings.
* Validate tooling across mechanical models for operational effectiveness.
* Train operators on the use of new tooling and build processes.
* Support manufacturing with tooling maintenance, troubleshooting, and design improvements.
* Conduct DFMEA, root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions for tooling issues.
Qualifications
Education, Knowledge, and Experience:
* Engineering degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Production Engineering (or equivalent)
* Proficiency in Creo CAD or similar software
* Experience in technical and manufacturing environments
* Strong organisational, problem–solving, and interpersonal skills
* Ability to make engineering judgments under pressure
* Competency in Microsoft Excel and Word
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Rob Hutchings
Contact: UK (0)
Bio: With a background in Finance and Education, I transitioned into recruitment 10 years ago, specializing in Electrical & Mechanical Design, Quality, and Process Engineering roles for clients developing optoelectronic and mission–critical systems. Outside work, I coach an U13 Girls' Football Team, enjoy family time, cooking, traveling, and new experiences.
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