Senior Tool Designer (Dual Discipline)

What You'll Be Driving

• Design and development of high-precision injection moulds and metal press tools
• Creation of full 3D models and detailed manufacturing drawings
• Development of progression die layouts and tooling strategies
• DFM reviews, Moldflow analysis, and formability simulations
• Technical collaboration with toolmakers and engineering teams during build phases
• Support of tool trials, optimisation initiatives, and continuous improvement projects
• Maintenance of design standards, version control, and technical documentation

What Sets You Apart

You understand tooling from a manufacturing perspective and know how design decisions ultimately influence production efficiency, quality, maintenance requirements, and project cost.

You likely have:

• A minimum of 5 years' experience designing both injection moulds and metal press tools
• Strong experience with progressive die design and strip layout development
• Tool, Jig & Die Maker experience
• Advanced proficiency in Mastercam (2022 or later)
• Strong CAD capability using SolidWorks and/or Autodesk Fusion
• Excellent understanding of GD&T principles
• Deep knowledge of tool steels, heat treatment processes, and polymer characteristics
• Practical understanding of CNC machining, wire cutting, EDM, and toolroom operations
• The ability to solve complex manufacturing challenges and deliver practical engineering solutions

Why Consider This Opportunity?

Others allow you to create.

This opportunity offers the chance to work on technically challenging projects where your expertise directly influences product quality, manufacturing performance, and commercial success. You'll join an environment that values precision engineering, technical excellence, and continuous improvement.

If you're passionate about designing tooling that performs flawlessly long after it leaves the drawing board, we'd like to connect with you.

Please send your CV to [email protected]

If you have not received a response within 14 days of your application, please consider your application unsuccessful.