Mechanical Design Engineer (CAD Tooling)

Mechanical Design Engineer (CAD Tooling) - London - £40 - £50 per hour DOE (Umbrella) - Contract (up to 2 Years)

Job Description:

Our client is seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to play a key role in the industrialisation and introduction of cutting-edge submerged products into production.

This long-term contract offers the opportunity to lead on defining, designing and validating complex tooling and equipment solutions, ensuring efficient assembly processes that deliver exceptional quality and reliability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead collaboration with Supply Chain and R&D teams to support the industrialisation of new products.


• Define, design and optimise tooling and equipment, including jigs, lifting fixtures and workstations, for efficient assembly and testing.


• Recommend and implement alternative tooling solutions to improve efficiency, safety and reliability.


• Use Creo CAD to develop and model advanced tooling concepts.


• Present tooling solutions and influence key stakeholders.


• Identify and source external equipment to strengthen production capabilities.


• Manage relationships with tooling manufacturers to ensure delivery, compliance and quality standards are met.


• Inspect and validate new tooling against specification, calibration and inspection requirements.


• Oversee tooling validation and qualification model builds.

Requirements:

• Degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering.


• Proven track record in designing tools, fixtures and equipment for complex assembly/manufacturing environments.


• Proficiency in Creo CAD preferred.


• Strong ability to apply reliability engineering judgement.


• Experience with FEA (Ansys) for stress/simulation analysis.


• Significant experience in technical/manufacturing environments, ideally within high-reliability sectors.


• Excellent interpersonal, communication and leadership skills.

How to apply:
To apply for this excellent opportunity, please send your CV or contact Rob Hutchings at 02392 314679.