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Contract

Tooling Design Engineer

Akkodis
Bolton
money-bag Negotiable
Posted: 04 September 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 04 October 2026
Ref: 225571510

Tooling Design Engineer required for long term contract assignment based in Bolton (minimum two days per week on site)

Overview of department:

The Tool Design Team is at the heart of a rapidly evolving and high demand sector, delivering smart, adaptable tooling solutions across a wide range of aerospace projects.

Responsibilities:

  • Deliver practical and innovative tool design solutions
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to align technical solutions with business goals
  • Re-engineer existing solutions updating models, configuration and associated documentation.
  • Manage your own project timelines and priorities ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met.

Skillset/experience required:

  • Ideally HNC/HND qualified with significant experience in Tool Design and Definition
  • Must have a significant amount of 3D modelling experience and be able to assess 3D models for their quality. Experience in 3D annotations would be a distinct advantage (preferably CREO)
  • Ability to translate design intent from 3D models into high quality 2D/3D definitions (preferably CREO)
  • Strong background in the production of engineering drawings with high attention to detail
  • Knowledge of BS8888 Technical product documentation and specification, ISO 1101 Geometrical product specifications, ISO 5459 Datum and datum systems and similar standards and GD & T
  • Great communication skills with the drive and initiative to influence a network of stakeholders

Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law.

Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/ or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website.

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