Product/Tool Designer

Overview: Working alongside our client, a successful manufacturer of plastic packaging solutions, we are looking for a Product/Tool Designer to join their team and support continued business growth

 

Benefits:

• Days Role
• Employee Assistance Program
• Stakeholder Pension Scheme
• Costco Card

 

Remit:

• Fantastic opportunity for a skilled Product & Tool Designer to join a forward thinking business with a strong track record of investment in machinery, tooling and innovation
• This position will suit an experienced CAD/CAM Designer with demonstrable experience in 3D modelling and product/tool design within a manufacturing environment
• This role requires strong technical design capability, the ability to translate customer requirements into practical solutions, and a willingness to engage directly with customers when required

 

Role:

• Design and develop products and associated tooling to support new and existing business
• Produce detailed 3D models, assemblies and manufacturing drawings using Fusion, SolidWorks or SolidCAM
• Develop tooling concepts from initial brief through to production-ready designs
• Generate and support CAM data where required for manufacturing processes
• Work closely with production and commercial teams to ensure designs are practical and cost-effective
• Attend customer meetings and occasionally travel to customer sites for project discussions and technical support
• Support continuous improvement and modification of existing tools and products

Experience Requirements:

• Strong experience in 3D modelling within a manufacturing environment
• Proficiency in Fusion, SolidWorks or SolidCAM (experience in at least one is essential)
• Experience designing products and/or tooling
• Good understanding of CAD/CAM principles and manufacturing processes
• Background does not need to be within thermoforming or plastics, but relevant design experience is essential
• Strong problem-solving ability and attention to detail
• Confident communicator with the ability to liaise directly with customers when required
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Experience within FMCG manufacturing environment
• Ability to multitask and prioritise workload in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and production management software

 

Key Words: “Product Tool Designer”, “Tooling Designer”, “CAD Designer”, “CAD/CAM Designer”, “Design Engineer”, “SolidWorks”, “Fusion 360”, “SolidCAM”, “3D Modelling”, “Tooling Design”, “Product Development”, “Design for Manufacture”, “CAM Programming”