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Tooling Designer\nDerby\nFull Time \n \nThe Opportunity\nOur client is undergoing a period of significant growth. As a result of an increased workload across our key accounts, they are expanding their Derby site and looking for a Senior Tooling Designer to join our world-class engineering team.\n \nIn this role, you will be at the forefront of designing critical tooling, jigs, fixtures, and components that support some of the UK’s most complex energy and infrastructure projects. We are looking for a designer who doesn't just draw, but who innovates—identifying effective solutions to emerging engineering problems.\n \nYour Responsibilities\n\nLead the design of tooling, jigs, and fixtures from initial outline and concept through to detailed design and final handover.\nIdentify and formulate solutions for emerging technical challenges, ensuring the final product meets all performance, reliability, and safety metrics.\nDefine budgets and work programmes for the complete design lifecycle, including requirements capture and scope estimation.\nManage Risk and Opportunity registers and prepare comprehensive product reports and technical documentation.\nSupport and mentor junior team members, fostering a culture of integrity and high-quality output.\nEngage in lifelong learning to develop new theories or methods that keep Assystem at the cutting edge of the industry. \nYour Profile\nWe are looking for a self-motivated engineer with a high degree of independence and a deep understanding of mechanical engineering principles.\n \nEssential Skills & Experience:\nProven experience in mechanical design, with specific emphasis on Valves, Pressure Vessels, Structural components, Tooling, or Lifting Equipment.\nFamiliarity with 3D CAD systems (ideally Siemens NX) and PLM systems (Teamcentre).\nKnowledge of analysis tools such as MathCAD, ANSYS, or ABAQUS.\nA solid understanding of relevant design codes, materials science, and safety legislation.\n \nEducation:\nBEng or a similar professional qualification in an engineering-related field.\nExcellent communication skills and the ability to lead by example, instilling integrity in others.\n \nSecurity & Export Control\nDue to the nature of our work in the Energy and Infrastructure sectors, this role is subject to security and export control restrictions

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