Tooling Design Engineer | 6-Month Contract | Bedfordshire Tooling Design Engineer – Manufacturing & Production Engineering We’re currently seeking an experienced Tooling Design Engineer to join a leading advanced manufacturing and engineering environment in Ampthill, Bedfordshire on an initial 6-month contract (Inside IR35). This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the design, development and implementation of manufacturing tooling, fixtures and production solutions that support complex engineering programmes from prototype through to full-rate production. What’s on Offer? 6-month contract Inside IR35 37.5 hours per week Flexible 4-day working week (Monday-Thursday) Dynamic, fast-paced engineering environment The Role As a Tooling Design Engineer, you will provide technical expertise across the full product lifecycle, supporting manufacturing efficiency, quality improvement and cost reduction initiatives. Key responsibilities include:
- Designing and developing manufacturing tooling, jigs and fixtures
- Supporting tooling solutions for CNC machining and composite manufacturing processes
- Producing technical requirement specifications and manufacturing process documentation
- Creating detailed process instructions, BOMs and routings
- Developing 3D models and technical drawings using CREO
- Managing design release and engineering changes through Windchill
- Collaborating closely with Production, Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering teams
- Supporting capital equipment projects from concept through to acceptance
- Driving right-first-time quality and continuous improvement initiatives
What We’re Looking For Proven tooling design experience within a manufacturing environment Strong knowledge of CNC machining, composites, fabrication, mechanical assembly and/or additive manufacturing Experience taking tooling concepts through to production release Proficiency in CREO and Windchill Ability to produce engineering drawings to BS8888 standards Good understanding of GD&T, DFM/A and PFMEA principles Experience creating manufacturing BOMs, routings and process instructions Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma and quality improvement methodologies Key Skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Collaborative team player
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Ability to influence process, behavioural and cultural change
Location: Bedfordshire Duration: 6 Months
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