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press tool design engineer

Job Posted: 16 days ago

Salary: £ 45,000 - 45,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: B98, Green Lane, Warwickshire

Expire in: 12 days

Job Description

Press Tool Design Engineer

Salary: £45,000 per annum
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (4-day working week)
Location: Redditch

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Press Tool Design Engineer to join our growing engineering team. This role focuses on the design and development of small to medium-sized press tooling, supporting both new and existing manufacturing projects.

Reporting to the Manufacturing & Operations Manager, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality tooling solutions from concept through to production, ensuring efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and compliance with industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

  * Design and develop press tools, jigs, and fixtures using CAD software

  * Produce detailed 2D drawings and 3D models using SolidWorks and/or AutoCAD

  * Manage tooling projects from concept through to first production run

  * Collaborate with engineering, production, quality, and toolroom teams

  * Liaise with customers and external suppliers to ensure design feasibility and cost efficiency

  * Support tooling improvements for enhanced manufacturing performance and quality

  * Assist with troubleshooting production issues and resolving tooling-related problems

  * Maintain accurate tooling documentation and technical specifications

  * Support continuous improvement initiatives across the business

  * Assist in maintaining QMS/EMS systems in line with ISO9001, IATF16949, AS9100, and ISO14001

Skills & Experience Required

  * Proven experience in press tool design (small to medium tooling preferred)

  * Strong proficiency in CAD software such as SolidWorks or AutoCAD

  * Ability to produce detailed engineering drawings and 3D models

  * Good understanding of manufacturing processes (e.g. stamping, forming, tooling)

  * Knowledge of materials and their application in tooling

  * Strong understanding of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T)

  * Experience working with cross-functional teams in a manufacturing environment

  * Familiarity with quality systems and continuous improvement practices

  * Good communication, problem-solving, and organisational skills

What We Offer

  * Competitive salary of £45,000

  * 4-day working week (37.5 hours)

  * Opportunity to work on diverse and technically challenging projects

  * Ongoing training and development opportunities

  * Supportive and collaborative working environment

If you’re a proactive engineer looking to make an impact in a forward-thinking manufacturing environment, we’d love to hear from you

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