💼 Full-Time Position

Senior Mechanical Engineer

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Tatton Recruitment
📍 Derby, Derbyshire, United Kingdom
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Location
Derby, United Kingdom
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Posted
June 06, 2026
Type
Full-Time
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Full-Time Opportunity: This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive package and real career growth potential.

Job Description

Tooling Designer
Derby
Full Time
 
The Opportunity
Our 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.
 
In 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.
 
Your Responsibilities

Lead the design of tooling, jigs, and fixtures from initial outline and concept through to detailed design and final handover.
Identify and formulate solutions for emerging technical challenges, ensuring the final product meets all performance, reliability, and safety metrics.
Define budgets and work programmes for the c...