Tool Design Engineer

Summary

We are delighted to be working on behalf of a recognised innovator in the field of manufacturing and engineering, specialising in the design, development, testing and manufacture of integrated protective systems.

The Role:

Support the lead tooling engineer with mould tool design and sustaining functions, from design concept to production, ensuring efficiency and compliance with company procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop new moulds and tooling.


• Support legacy tooling maintenance, repairs, and improvements.


• Manage tooling assets and conduct tooling audits.


• Ensure tool design complies with health and safety legislation.


• Utilise Six Sigma principles to meet objectives and improve processes.


• Conduct process verifications using SPC data and prepare process improvement recommendations.


• Assist with training manufacturing personnel for new equipment and processes.


• Work closely with Maintenance to ensure equipment uptime.


• Evaluate and manage capex investments.

Education:

• Degree, HND, or apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering, or Polymer Technology, with rubber mould tool design experience.

Skills & Experience:

• Essential:
  
  
  
  
  • Strong communication skills and technical knowledge of polymers and manufacturing processes.
  
  
  • Analytical tool design experience and 3D CAD proficiency.
  
  
  • Hands-on practical skills with a self-starter attitude.
  
  
  
  


• Desirable:
  
  
  
  • Experience with SolidWorks, CAE, FEA techniques, and respirator product design.
  
  
  • Prototyping and testing skills.
  
  
  
  

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years in tooling design and rubber moulding for production components.

Benefits:

• 6x salary death benefits


• Bonus based on performance


• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays


• 7.5% pension contribution


• Medical plan


• Share incentive scheme

This vacancy is being advertised by New Resource Group. The services of New Resource Group are that of an Employment Agency.