Average Tooling Engineer salary in the UK

Elevation Recruitment are supporting a leading engineering business in Rotherham who are looking to bring an experienced Tooling Engineer into their team. RotherhamMonday – Friday, 8:00am–4:00pm£18.90 per hour (£36,855) What’s in it for you? £18.90 per hour (£36,855)Monday–Friday day shift (8:00am–4:00pm)Long-term, stable positionExcellent working environment with industry-leading equipment The Role As the Tooling Engineer, you will be responsible for assembling, setting, and verifying tooling packs to support CNC machining operations. Your duties will include: Assembling and setting tools using a variety of holders, extensions, and adaptorsUsing a Zoller (or similar) presetter, including creating programs for tool measurementWorking with a variety of machine spindles such as BT, Capto, HSK, and moreEnsuring all tool data is accurately recorded and supplied to machinistsCommunicating with tool manufacturers regarding specifications, orders, and improvementsManaging tooling stock, performing regular audits, and ordering replacementsMaintaining fixtures, MRT systems, and general toolroom organisation About You Aerospace machining background strongly preferredExperience with tool presetters (Zoller, Nikken etc.) and creating measurement programsKnowledge of a range of machine spindles (BT, Capto, HSK etc.)Strong communication skills with suppliers and tool manufacturersExperience managing tooling stock, audits, and orderingFLT & Overhead Crane licencesConfident with IT systems for tooling management and recordingHighly organised with strong attention to detail About Elevation Elevation Recruitment Group is a specialist recruitment consultancy that helps people build long-term, successful careers. We work across a wide range of industries and disciplines with a focus on making recruitment feel more human, more honest and more effective. We are specialists in every function and experts in every hire. Check out our website to find out more.

Tool Room Engineer Telford Continental Days (4on, 4off Days Only - 07:00-19:00) We are looking for a motivated Tool Room Engineer to join a market leading building product manufacturer. Reporting directly to the Tooling Supervisor you will be a key member in ensuring the production facility is kept running. You will be involved in all aspects of planned and reactive maintenance within their operation. With progressive training and development this company is always looking to enhance its employees and their skill sets, whilst additionally being supported by a welcoming team of engineers. The position will appeal to a strong tooling engineer looking for their next challenging role within in a secure and stable company. Role Description:* Interpret Engineering drawings to conduct repairs and modifications on Extrusion tooling & use CAD software to create designs for tools and mechanical parts.* Utilise workshop machinery such as CNC wire eroders, laser welder, vertical milling machines, centre lathe and surface grinders.* Assist when required with any tooling matters.* Complete tasks on time and efficiently.* Ensure quality is achieved through attention to detail.* Work with minimum supervision.* Work within a team Environment.* Maintain a very high level of housekeeping at all times in the workshop and around machines. Skills and Qualifications:* Level 3 qualification in Engineering* Engineering aptitude.* Experience of CNC wire erosion and laser welding (Preferable)* Good level of numeracy and literacy.* Ability to use a PC to an operational level.* Time served apprentice (preferable) In return for your commitment my client offers a stable and secure career for a technically motivated engineer. If you feel this is of interest, please send your CV directly to Jordan Hindhaugh at or call for a confidential discussion on .

Due to continued growth, a successful Toolmaking and moulding business is seeking an experienced plastic injection Mould Tool Design Engineer to join their team. In this role, you will take ownership of designing high-quality injection mould tools, from single-impression to complex multi-cavity hot runner systems, supporting a diverse range of industries including medical, automotive, switchgear, and packaging. Up to £40,000, 23+8 days holiday, 08.00 - 17.00 Monday to Thursday, 08.00 - 16.00 Fridays As an Injection Mould Tool Designer your duties will include: Injection mould tool and component design using 2D and 3D CAD softwareConducting design reviews and ensure designs meet DFM (Design for Manufacture) principlesManage projects from concept through to completionLiaise with customers and internal teams to ensure technical excellence and satisfaction For the Injection Mould Tool Design role, we're looking for: Proven experience in injection mould tool design (toolmaking experience an advantage)Strong proficiency in 2D & 3D CADKnowledge of side cores, up and aways, steel types and selection, polymers, hydraulics, and hot runner systemsThe ability to work to tight time scales without compromising quality and safetyExcellent communication skills and a collaborative approach Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation, precision, and craftsmanship - and play a key role in delivering world-class tooling solutions. Click the link to apply now! ASC Connections Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity.