Design Engineer – Mould Tool Design
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 22 Ionawr 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £45,000 i £50,000 bob blwyddyn |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | Pension, Bonus, PMI and many more |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 21 Chwefror 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Whitstable, Kent, CT5 1RB |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | Senex Recruitment Ltd |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | SEN546 |
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Design Engineer – Mould Tool Location: Whitstable, Kent
The Design Engineer Job Opportunity Designing Mould Tools
A well-established manufacturing business in Whitstable is looking to recruit a Design Engineer supporting Mould Tool Designs for both production and new product introduction activities.
This role sits within the Design Engineering function and plays a key part in resolving moulding-related production issues, improving manufacturability, and supporting NPI projects through strong Design for Moulding (DFM) and DFMEA practices.
It’s a technically focused position suited to a design engineer with a strong moulded component background who enjoys working close to production as well as contributing to new tooling and product development.
The Design Engineer – Mould Tool Design role
As Design Engineer – Mould Tool Design, you’ll support the moulding and manufacturing teams by investigating production issues, identifying root causes and implementing robust component or tooling design improvements.
Key responsibilities
Design & manufacturing support
Contribute to the moulding engineering designs, supporting both production and development activities.
Investigate production stops, quality concerns and process issues, implementing effective design or tooling corrective actions.
Analyse existing moulding processes and tooling to identify opportunities for improvement.
Define, perform and document trials, ensuring improvements are validated and sustained in production.
Design for moulding & NPI
Provide technical input into NPI and APQP activities, supporting DFM / DFMEA for moulded components and tooling.
Support validation, documentation and release of new mould tools and processes into production.
Optimise component and tooling designs using simulation tools such as Moldex 3D.
Advise on alternative materials where existing materials become obsolete or difficult to source.
CAD & technical documentation
Design, verify and maintain detailed 3D models, drawings and specifications for moulded components and tooling using CAD software (currently Creo).
Produce manufacturing-ready drawings in line with relevant standards (e.g. BS8888).
Coordinate drawing control activities and ensure documentation is accurate and up to date.
What we’re looking for
BEng (or higher) qualification in Engineering or a relevant Design discipline.
Experience in a Design Engineering role within a manufacturing environment
Strong experience designing moulded components and tooling.
Proficient with Creo or similar 3D CAD and PLM systems.
Experience using simulation tools such as Moldex 3D to optimise mould and component designs.
Strong understanding of Design for Manufacture, Design for Assembly and Design for Moulding in volume production.
Experience working within NPI and production readiness gate review processes.
Good working knowledge of GD&T and creation of detailed manufacturing drawings.
Understanding of risk-based design processes including DFMEA and DFM/A.
A dedicated engineer committed to professional personal development.
What’s on offer from this Design Engineer – Mould Tool Design role
Competitive salary.
Comprehensive benefits package
37.5 hour week with early Friday finish
Technically challenging role with strong involvement in both production support and new product development.
Opportunity to work closely with moulding, manufacturing and engineering teams.
Stable, long-term position within an established manufacturing environment in Whitstable, Kent.
To learn more about the role or to add a personal introduction to your application, contact Kevin McHugh at Senex Recruitment on 01424 211872.
The Design Engineer Job Opportunity Designing Mould Tools
A well-established manufacturing business in Whitstable is looking to recruit a Design Engineer supporting Mould Tool Designs for both production and new product introduction activities.
This role sits within the Design Engineering function and plays a key part in resolving moulding-related production issues, improving manufacturability, and supporting NPI projects through strong Design for Moulding (DFM) and DFMEA practices.
It’s a technically focused position suited to a design engineer with a strong moulded component background who enjoys working close to production as well as contributing to new tooling and product development.
The Design Engineer – Mould Tool Design role
As Design Engineer – Mould Tool Design, you’ll support the moulding and manufacturing teams by investigating production issues, identifying root causes and implementing robust component or tooling design improvements.
Key responsibilities
Design & manufacturing support
Contribute to the moulding engineering designs, supporting both production and development activities.
Investigate production stops, quality concerns and process issues, implementing effective design or tooling corrective actions.
Analyse existing moulding processes and tooling to identify opportunities for improvement.
Define, perform and document trials, ensuring improvements are validated and sustained in production.
Design for moulding & NPI
Provide technical input into NPI and APQP activities, supporting DFM / DFMEA for moulded components and tooling.
Support validation, documentation and release of new mould tools and processes into production.
Optimise component and tooling designs using simulation tools such as Moldex 3D.
Advise on alternative materials where existing materials become obsolete or difficult to source.
CAD & technical documentation
Design, verify and maintain detailed 3D models, drawings and specifications for moulded components and tooling using CAD software (currently Creo).
Produce manufacturing-ready drawings in line with relevant standards (e.g. BS8888).
Coordinate drawing control activities and ensure documentation is accurate and up to date.
What we’re looking for
BEng (or higher) qualification in Engineering or a relevant Design discipline.
Experience in a Design Engineering role within a manufacturing environment
Strong experience designing moulded components and tooling.
Proficient with Creo or similar 3D CAD and PLM systems.
Experience using simulation tools such as Moldex 3D to optimise mould and component designs.
Strong understanding of Design for Manufacture, Design for Assembly and Design for Moulding in volume production.
Experience working within NPI and production readiness gate review processes.
Good working knowledge of GD&T and creation of detailed manufacturing drawings.
Understanding of risk-based design processes including DFMEA and DFM/A.
A dedicated engineer committed to professional personal development.
What’s on offer from this Design Engineer – Mould Tool Design role
Competitive salary.
Comprehensive benefits package
37.5 hour week with early Friday finish
Technically challenging role with strong involvement in both production support and new product development.
Opportunity to work closely with moulding, manufacturing and engineering teams.
Stable, long-term position within an established manufacturing environment in Whitstable, Kent.
To learn more about the role or to add a personal introduction to your application, contact Kevin McHugh at Senex Recruitment on 01424 211872.