Design Engineer

Elevations Design & Projects team are supporting a key client of ours on an opportunity for a skilled Design Engineer to join a collaborative engineering team within a modern manufacturing environment. This role focuses on the design, development, and implementation of jigs and fixtures to support production processes. The ideal candidate will have strong CAD skills, a mechanical engineering background, and experience in tooling design for fabrication or assembly operations.

• Lead the design, development, and commissioning of jigs, fixtures, and bespoke tooling.

• Collaborate with production and design teams to ensure tooling meets performance and safety standards.

• Support product design improvements to enhance manufacturability and fit-up.

• Create and manage design documentation, including BOMs, models, 2D drawings, and calibration procedures.

• Drive tooling projects from concept through validation, using structured stage-gate processes.

• Liaise with external suppliers for outsourced tooling manufacture or turnkey solutions.

• Participate in engineering change and continuous improvement activities related to tooling.

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering (HND may be considered).

• Proficient in 2D and 3D CAD (preferably CREO or equivalent).

• Strong background in design for manufacture, particularly in jigs and fixtures.

• Hands-on knowledge of production processes including the following would be beneficial:

  • CNC machining (milling, turning)

  • Pressing/forming

  • Laser/plasma cutting

  • EDM, surface and cylindrical grinding

  • Welding and fabrication

  • Mechanical assembly

• Experience managing tooling or equipment projects preferred
  
  Please reach out to Jack Heffren or Steve Barnett directly for more information or apply now for a call.