Tooling Project Engineer

Tooling Project Engineer – Global Plastics We are seeking an experienced Tooling Project Engineer to join a global leader in the biopharma and laboratory sector. This role sits within the Global Plastics Group and will focus on delivering high-quality injection mould tooling projects that support the full product lifecycle. The Role You will lead the development and delivery of injection mould tools for plastic components used in single-use products. Working on Product Lifecycle Management projects, you’ll ensure new tooling for existing products meets the highest standards of quality, cost-efficiency, and durability. What You’ll Be Doing * Manage end-to-end tooling projects for injection moulded components * Collaborate with Product Development, Quality, Operations, and global stakeholders * Support design for manufacture and industrialisation of plastic parts * Source and develop tooling suppliers, ensuring alignment to company standards * Lead tooling qualification activities (FOT, FAT, IQ, OQ, PQ, PPAP) * Drive issue resolution and continuous improvement across tooling projects * Review technical drawings and support engineering changes What We’re Looking For * Proven experience managing injection mould tooling projects * Strong understanding of plastic component manufacturing and industrialisation * Experience working cross-functionally in a global environment * Knowledge of tooling qualification processes (PPAP, IQ/OQ/PQ, FAT, etc.) * Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills What You’ll Get * Opportunity to work on cutting-edge products in a growing global industry * Exposure to international projects and suppliers * A collaborative, engineering-led environment Additional Information * Travel will be required to support supplier visits and site collaboration Tooling Project Engineer – 6 months contract – Gloucestershire