Lead Mechanical Design Engineer – Tooling

Lead Mechanical Design Engineer – Tooling

We are ideally seeking someone based near our office in Wickford (Essex); we will also consider UK based remote workers who are willing to travel to the office occasionally.

Are you looking for a new Industrial Tooling Design Engineering role where you can lead projects and a small team of engineers in developing tooling for prestigious automotive manufacturing customers?

As a Lead Mechanical Tooling Design Engineer here at Leidos, you will design and develop industrial tooling, jigs and fixtures used in car manufacturing and automation projects, ensuring that they meet quality, efficiency, and safety standards.

You’re experienced in Solidworks, and basic FEA (structural and functional analysis) with some experience designing bespoke industrial tooling ideally for the automotive sector such as Body-to-chassis marriage systems, BIW assembly fixtures, clamps, jigs, Robot Gripper design.

This role could suit a senior level design engineer looking to take on more responsibility for leading a small team and project work.

You might have experience in designing industrial tooling from similar industries including Automotive, Aerospace, Defence, Automation or medical devices.

Why should you join our Design Team?

We are problem solvers – we think on our feet to solve engineering problems, finding solutions to customer challenges.

Development/Growth – We offer meaningful and engaging careers, a collaborative culture, and support for your career goals, all while nurturing a healthy work-life balance. Our managers are committed to individual and collective development and, as a global company, there are opportunities to learn and expand your horizons in many ways.

Reward – we offer a competitive package plus paid overtime over 40 hours per week.

We offer great benefits from a pension scheme (contribution matched up to 8%), private medical insurance and life assurance with loads of flexible benefits including dental insurance, gym flex and shopping discounts.

What will you be doing?

Tooling Design: Collaborate and innovate to create detailed tooling designs, including fixtures, jigs, clamps, and other specialised equipment required for manufacturing processes.

Lead: Lead a small team of engineers throughout the design process.

CAD Modelling: Utilize computer-aided design (CAD) software to create 2D and 3D models of tooling and mechanical components. Ensure that designs are accurate and conform to specifications.

Analysis and Testing: Perform structural and functional analysis to assess the integrity and performance of the tooling designs. Conduct tests and simulations to identify potential issues and make necessary adjustments.

Material Selection: Assist in selecting appropriate materials for tooling components, considering factors such as strength, durability, and cost-effectiveness.

Cost Estimation: Participate in cost estimation for tooling projects, helping to keep projects within budget constraints.

Continuous Improvement: Contribute to the continuous improvement of mechanical designs, seeking opportunities to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve product quality.

What sets you apart:

• Experienced in mechanical, industrial tooling design ideally with experience in the automotive industry though all sectors will be considered.
• Strong proficiency in CAD software, preferably SolidWorks.
• Experience with finite element analysis (FEA) and simulation tools.
• Ideally you will have a relevant engineering qualification or qualified via relevant experience in Mechanical Engineering.
• Basic knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes, and machining techniques.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Understanding of safety and quality standards in manufacturing.
• Due to the nature of our business, you must be able to obtain and maintain BPSS clearance.

At Leidos, we don’t want someone who \”fits the mold\”—we want someone who melts it down and builds something better. This is a role for the restless, the over-caffeinated, the ones who ask, “what’s next?” before the dust settles on “what’s now.”

If you’re already scheming step 20 while everyone else is still debating step 2… good. You’ll fit right in.

Pay Range

£44,400.00-£56,900.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.