Toolroom Engineer
Morgan Jones Recruitment Consultants · Whitstable, England ·
Toolroom Engineer Location: Whitstable Contract: Permanent Hours: 37.5 hours per week Working Pattern: Monday to Thursday, 8:00am – 4:30pm and Friday, 8:00am – 1:30pm Work Location: On-site About the Role Our Client is seeking an experienced Toolroom Engineer to join their Toolroom team in Whitstable.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled engineering professional to play a key role in the production, maintenance, repair, and improvement of tooling used across manufacturing operations. Working within a highly technical environment, you will support the development of new tooling solutions, manufacture precision components, and contribute to process improvements that enhance efficiency and product quality.
Key Responsibilities Manufacture new tooling and refurbish existing tooling to support production requirements. Develop innovative tooling solutions for both moulding and assembly operations. Machine tooling and prototype components to exacting tolerances.
Produce small-batch and development components for testing and new product introduction activities. Work closely with Design, Manufacturing, and Process Engineers to support tooling design and continuous improvement initiatives.
Maintain high standards of quality, accuracy, and health and safety compliance. Support the wider engineering team with tooling and process-related projects. About You Essential Requirements Completed a recognised Toolroom Apprenticeship.
City & Guilds qualification (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering. Minimum 5 years' experience as a Toolroom Engineer, Toolmaker, or Toolroom Technician. Strong knowledge of mould tool manufacture and assembly tooling.
Ability to work from technical drawings, CAD models, verbal instructions, or damaged components. Experience machining to precise tolerances using milling, turning, grinding, and related techniques. Strong organisational skills and ability to manage workloads and deadlines.
Desirable Skills CAD/CAM experience. CNC milling and turning experience. EDM, wire erosion, hole erosion, or spark erosion experience. Experience in prototyping, model shop work, or small-batch production. Project leadership experience.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established engineering business that values technical excellenc...