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Tooling Design and CAD Engineer
Job Posted: 4 days ago
Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Contract
Location: Farnborough, Hampshire
Expire in: 23 days
Job Description
Our client, a leading aerospace engineering company, is looking to engage a skilled Tooling Design and CAD Engineer on a 6-month fixed-term contract. The successful candidate will support tooling development and CAD design activities for aircraft structures and components, working within a high-performing manufacturing engineering team.
Key Responsibilities:
* Design and develop production tooling: jigs, fixtures, assembly aids, and handling equipment.
* Generate detailed 3D models and 2D manufacturing drawings using CATIA V5/V6, NX, or SolidWorks.
* Ensure tooling designs align with manufacturing, quality, and safety standards.
* Apply GD&T, tolerance stack-up analysis, and DFM/DFA principles.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Design, Production, and Quality Engineering.
* Support tooling trials, validation, and troubleshooting on the shop floor.
* Maintain accurate technical documentation and design records in accordance with AS9100 standards.
Essential Skills & Experience:
* 5 + Years, Proven experience in tooling design and CAD within the aerospace or precision engineering sector.
* Strong working knowledge of CAD software (CATIA V5/V6, Siemens NX, or SolidWorks).
* Familiar with aerospace manufacturing processes, materials, and assembly techniques.
* Strong understanding of engineering drawings, GD&T, and industry standards.
* Excellent communication, problem-solving, and team collaboration skills.
* Eligibility to work in UK; clearance will be required for this role.
Desirable:
* Experience working with composite tooling or metal-forming dies.
* Knowledge of PLM systems and digital release processes (e.g., Teamcenter, Enovia).
* Previous experience with aerospace OEMs or Tier 1 suppliers.
Additional Info:
* Contract duration: 6 months
* Working pattern: [ 37.5 hours/week, Mon–Fri]
* Site-based
* Tools/software and onboarding provided by the clientBefore You Apply
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