Tooling Engineer in Belfast

We are currently recruiting for Tooling/Mechanical Design Engineers to support one of our Aerospace customers with a role to support and develop Tooling solutions on a wide variety of projects for complex systems. The hourly rate is negotiable based on experience, seniority, etc. The contract can be for sub-contract labour but staff positions are available for the right candidates.

The successful candidates will play a key role in delivering a high-quality service to our client and will be expected to be proactive and self-motivated in delivering the targeted outputs to support the product. The Engineers will report directly to the Programme Delivery Leader (PDL) and will be based at our Client's site. Working within the ME team in our Aero Business Unit, successful candidates will join our experienced team, with whom you will work on varied projects in high‑tech and future‑oriented industries taking on exciting and responsible tasks according to your skills and knowledge, thus expanding your existing know-how.

• The role will be to develop & manage current production processes to improve Quality, Cost & Time whilst supporting planning and the introduction of new products and processes.
• Good CAD knowledge in creating both 2D and 3D manufacturing data sets (Modelling/detail drawings/Bill of Materials).
• Liaise with ‘in‑house’ production to fully understand the end requirement and function.
• Create Tooling specification and requirements document.
• Liaise with and support design and manufacture supply chain.
• Attend design reviews, ‘Factory Acceptance Tests’ (FAT), ‘Site Acceptance Tests’ (SAT) and Tool trials where required.

• Engineering Degree or equivalent, with proven practical Engineering & manufacturing knowledge and experience.
• Candidates without accredited qualifications will be considered depending on experience.

• Experience in using Catia.
• Experience of operating in an environment employing development techniques such as FMEA, DFA, DFM etc.
• Experience of developing manufacturing tooling and mechanical handling equipment from initial concept to production of 2D drawings.
• Ability to understand the customer needs to develop a design solution.
• Proactive ‘Team Player’ with a focus on delivery and quality who is able to work and act autonomously.
• Ability to liaise at all levels of the business management levels.
• Excellent communication skills and decision maker.
• Knowledge of Tooling and Production processes.

• Practical problem solving and communication skills.
• Planning, schedule control & project management.
• Good communication skills.

• Knowledge of Tooling and Production processes.
• Experience of Manufacturing Processes and standards.
• Experience defining or updating inspection processes is highly desirable.
• Several years of professional experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Aerospace & Defence experience preferable but Marine & Automotive will be considered.

• Collaborative working environment – we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and our peers through good times and challenges.
• We empower all passionate technology loving professionals by allowing them to expand their skills and take part in inspiring projects.
• ExpleoAcademy - enables you to acquire and develop the right skills by delivering a suite of accredited training courses.
• Competitive company benefits.
• Always working as one team, our people are not afraid to think big and challenge the status quo.

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we have committed to:

• Ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible.
• Communicating and promoting vacancies.
• Offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job.
• Anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required.
• Supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long term health condition, enabling them to stay in work.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. We treat everyone fairly and equitably across the organisation, including providing any additional support and adjustments needed for everyone to thrive.