Design Engineer

Design Engineer Up to £55,000 per annum excellent benefits package 4-day work week (Mon-Thurs) Exciting role designing bespoke tooling for cutting-edge defence projects CAD-focused engineering role SC clearance required ABOUT THE CLIENT: Join a forward-thinking UK-based engineering business at the forefront of advanced defence technology. With rapid growth across domestic and international markets, they offer a collaborative environment and the chance to work on innovative, mission-critical programmes. Due to continued success, they're now looking for a skilled Tooling Design Engineer to support next-gen manufacturing projects. THE BENEFITS: Genuine desire to create a positive work/life balance offering a 4-day work week (Monday to Thursday) and flexible working arrangements Competitive salary and pension - up to £55,000 Diverse and inclusive working culture Career development within high-tech engineering environments Access to cutting-edge facilities and tooling technologies THE TOOLING DESIGN ENGINEER ROLE: As a Tooling Design Engineer, you'll be responsible for creating bespoke tooling solutions-jigs, fixtures, test rigs, and more-to support the manufacturing of specialist defence systems. You'll work across the full product lifecycle, from prototype to full-rate production, applying your CAD expertise and design-for-manufacture knowledge. You'll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including production and industrial engineering to ensure cost-effective and high-quality tooling delivery. TOOLING DESIGN ENGINEER ESSENTIAL SKILLS: Proven experience in tooling design within a manufacturing environment Strong CAD design skills using CREO; PDM experience with Windchill Experience in CNC machining, composites, additive manufacturing, or similar Ability to produce detailed technical drawings Understanding of DFM/A and PFMEA principles Confident generating BOMs, routings, and process documentation SC Clearance Required Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset with a team-first attitude TO BE CONSIDERED: Please either apply through this advert or email me directly at . For further information, call me on . By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process and submit your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only. KEY SKILLS: Tooling Design, CAD, CREO, Windchill, CNC Machining, Composite Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering, SC Clearance, SC cleared, Security Cleared, 3D CAD, NSD

Location: Bedfordshire, GB

Posted Date: 4/16/2025