Tooling Engineer

INTERNATIONAL RECRUITMENT & HR EXPERTS ACROSS THE PLASTICS, PACKAGING, SPECIALITY CHEMICALS, LIFE SCIENCES, BIOPOLYMER, FOOD ADDITIVES & INGREDIENTS, ENERGY AND RECYCLING SECTORS SINCE 1975. Tooling Engineer Based in East Midlands Job ref: AZ /64985 Listgrove is supporting a plastics processing manufacturer who are recruiting an experienced tooling engineer to bring strength and depth to the team. This is a full-time, on-site role for a Tooling Engineer based in Northamptonshire. The role involves creating and optimizing precision injection mould tool designs, collaborating with the tool-making and production teams, and ensuring product designs meet client specifications. Key responsibilities include using CAD software for creating detailed designs, ensuring alignment with quality standards, conducting reviews of design feasibility, and contributing to design iteration through testing, research, and implementation. Coordination with other departments to refine processes and improve efficiency will also be a core responsibility. Qualifications: * Experience in Visual Design and Product Design, with a strong sense of practicality and attention to detail * Proficiency in Design Thinking and the ability to approach projects with a user-centered mindset * Skills in User Research and to understand client needs and address usability challenges * Familiarity with CAD software (e.g. Visi-Vero) for detailed design and modelling or solid works * Strong problem-solving skills and ability to optimize designs for manufacturability and efficiency * Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Engineering, Industrial Design, or related field * Experience in injection mould tooling design, and associated feed systems min 10 years * Excellent communication and team collaboration abilities * A commitment to quality assurance and alignment with ISO9001 standards * Openness to learning new technologies and processes in the field of precision engineering * CAD and 3D modelling experience also 3D printing would be a benefit * Polymers and additives knowledge * Tool costing understanding and experience * Customer liaison and lead for project work * Good communicator and able to plan ahead * Support to QA, production and sales team from a “technical” aspect Please understand that due to the expected high number of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly For reasons of better legibility, the simultaneous use of the language forms male, female and diverse (f/m/d) is avoided. All personal designations apply equally to all genders. For UK roles, candidates must be eligible to work and live in the United Kingdom. Proof of eligibility will be required with your application. Why select Listgrove? * Five Decades of Market Intelligence * Unrivalled Industry Networks * Recognised International brand * HR Qualified Professionals To hear from our clients on how we have supported their search for talent and HR needs, please visit Listgrove’s Case Studies page. Throughout 2026 & 2027 you can meet with Listgrove at the following exhibitions: Interpack, France Innovation Plasturgie, Interplas UK, Plast Milan, Fakuma, ArabPlast, NPE 2027. Performance through People. Please visit our website for more information on our services, global success and testimonials