Tooling and Sustaining 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 technology 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 verification 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 or Process Engineering

Skills & Experience:

• Essential:
  • Strong communication skills and technical knowledge of 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 product design.
  • Prototyping and testing skills.

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years in tooling design

Benefits:

• 6x salary death benefits
• Bonus based on performance
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• 7.5% pension contribution
• Medicash 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.