Tool Design Team Lead

Salary:
Circa £57,000 depending on experience.

Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2-3 days per week on-site.

Security Clearance:
British Citizen. After offer, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS).

As Tool Design Team Lead, you will manage a high‑performing group of up to six mechanical engineers, delivering and overseeing complex tooling design solutions across a wide range of projects. The position is a key leadership role that blends technical expertise with project management to ensure high‑quality solutions are delivered on time and within budget.

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of high‑performing mechanical engineers.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align technical solutions with business goals.
• Manage project timelines, priorities and resource allocation, ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met.
• Identify and remove blockers and foster team collaboration.
• Provide regular feedback, career development support and team engagement activities.

• Ideally Degree/HND/HNC qualified with significant experience in Mechanical Design and Development.
• Strong 3D modelling experience with the ability to assess model quality; experience in 3D annotations is an advantage.
• Proficiency in producing engineering drawings with high attention to detail.
• Knowledge of BS8888, ISO 1101, ISO 5459, GD & T specifications.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational skills in a fast‑paced environment.
• People management experience is beneficial.

• Company bonus:
  Up to £2,500 (based on company performance).
• Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%.
• Opportunity for paid overtime.
• Flexi Leave: up to 15 additional days.
• Flexible working: support for flexible arrangements.
• Enhanced parental leave: up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave, with enhancements for paternity, neonatal and fertility support.
• Facilities: subsidised meals, free car parking and other site amenities.
• Healthcare Cash Plan: cash back on everyday healthcare expenses.