Lead Tooling Engineer - Contract
Location: Pitstone, Buckinghamshire
Contract: 12 Months
IR35 Status: Inside IR35
Working Pattern: Full-time Onsite
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Lead Tooling Engineer to join a leading aerospace engineering organisation on a 12-month contract based in Pitstone, Buckinghamshire.
This is an excellent opportunity to take technical ownership of tooling engineering activities within a complex manufacturing environment, acting as the key point of contact between engineering, manufacturing, suppliers and wider tooling teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Act as the onsite technical lead for tooling engineering activities.
- Lead the design, development, modification and maintenance of production tooling.
- Support New Product Introduction (NPI), industrialisation and manufacturing programmes.
- Coordinate onsite, offshore and remote engineering resources.
- Provide technical guidance, engineering approvals and problem-solving support.
- Manage customer relationships, technical discussions and stakeholder expectations.
- Drive continuous improvement, tooling standardisation and cost reduction initiatives.
- Support root cause investigations and implement corrective actions.
- Establish tooling design standards, governance processes and engineering best practices.
- Mentor junior engineers and support wider team development.
Essential Requirements
- 5-8 years' experience in tooling engineering within aerospace, automotive or complex manufacturing environments.
- Strong experience in tooling design, development and manufacturing engineering.
- Proficiency in CAD software.
- Experience supporting production and manufacturing operations.
- Knowledge of configuration management, engineering change processes and root cause analysis.
- Previous experience leading technical teams or coordinating engineering resources.
- Strong stakeholder management and customer-facing communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple engineering priorities.
- Full UK working rights without the requirement for sponsorship.
Working Hours & Benefits
Monday-Thursday: 08:00-16:45
Friday: 08:00-12:00
Interested? If you're an experienced Tooling Engineer looking to take the lead on technically challenging aerospace manufacturing programmes, we'd be keen to hear from you.
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Lead Tooling Engineer in Pitstone employer: JAM Recruitment Ltd
BAE Systems is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where innovation and collaboration thrive. With a strong focus on employee growth and development, you will have access to cutting-edge technology and the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that enhance global security. Located in Christchurch or Frimley, you will be part of a diverse team dedicated to pioneering advancements in defence and aerospace, ensuring a rewarding career path in a company that values your unique skills and perspectives.
