Tooling Engineer

About the Role

We are inviting an experienced Tooling Engineer to join a leading aerospace team focused on mechanical design and manufacturing industrialization. The successful candidate will play a key role in designing, developing, and optimizing production tooling used in high-precision aerospace composite structures, directly impacting the quality, performance, and innovation of global aerospace programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop efficient tooling solutions including molds, jigs, and production fixtures.
• Adapt and refine designs based on trial outcomes or production feedback to enhance tool reliability and longevity.
• Generate and maintain comprehensive tooling documentation and specifications.
• Set technical tooling manufacturing requirements and oversee manufacturing processes and supplier interactions.
• Identify tooling and process requirements for both new and ongoing projects.
• Contribute to tooling-related inputs during bid and quotation stages.
• Lead tooling trials, commissioning activities, and validation procedures.
• Work collaboratively with methods, quality assurance, and production teams to ensure alignment.
• Utilize CATIA V5 and CAD-CAM software for 3D modeling and simulation of tooling designs.
• Deliver technical support during production phases and internal or external audits.

Professional Qualifications

• Proficient in CATIA V5 and Microsoft Office suite.
• Extensive experience designing composite and metallic tooling.
• Familiarity with aerospace manufacturing and assembly workflows, including jigless assembly methodologies.
• Knowledgeable in advanced manufacturing techniques and industrial analytical methods.
• Experience or interest in automation and digital manufacturing technologies is advantageous.

Educational Background

Holds an Engineering degree at Bachelor's or Master's level in Mechanical, Industrial, or Aerospace Engineering.

Experience & Competencies

• At least 5 years of experience specifically in aerospace composite tooling design and development.
• Preferred experience working on Airbus or Boeing aerospace programs.
• Demonstrated expertise in project management, continuous improvement initiatives, and Material Review Board (MRB) activities.
• Skilled in equipment testing, commissioning, and inspection related to tooling systems.

Personal Attributes

• Analytical thinker with meticulous attention to detail and a rigorous approach.
• Strong collaborator with excellent communication skills.
• Fluent in technical English, both written and verbal.
• Dedicated to maintaining quality standards, meeting deadlines, and solving problems efficiently.