Innovation is at the heart of everything we do at Meggitt, a worldwide leader in aerospace, defence and selected energy markets. We believe in our vision of 'Enabling the Extraordinary: To Fly, To Power, To Live".

These core values - teamwork, integrity and excellence - are what have allowed us to become the company we are today. With facilities worldwide, Meggitt draws on over 160 years of expertise to enhance the lives of people across the globe.

Job Summary

An opportunity has arisen got a Manufacturing Tooling Engineer to join our team based in Stevenage. As the Manufacturing Tooling Engineer you'll lead tooling activities on NPI projects and provide tooling design expertise to aid the manufacturability of the component (DFM & PFMEA).

Core Responsibilities

• Prepare SOW/specifications for new tooling.
• Define calibration/maintenance requirements and schedules for both NPI and existing production tooling - managing the execution of respective schedules.
• Manage storage and configuration of all tooling data (CAD files, drawings, specifications, etc.) including any modifications to improve tooling suites.
• Provide tool ROM costs and technical expertise for tooling strategy for end to end component manufacture (Molding, Machining, assembly and Paint)
• Identify and support sites continuous improvement activities from a tooling perspective (lessons learned, Kaizen/VAVE projects, identify and propose new tooling and process technologies).
• Manage external suppliers to facilitate tool repairs/rework and new tooling to project budget.

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Proficient in the use of a 3D CAD package (CATIA preferred, others may be considered).
• Knowledge of design and manufacture of composite moulding tools would be advantageous
• Ability to understand and follow specific procedures along with generating and reviewing technical documents.
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to influence at all levels of a matrix business as well as interfacing with external customers/suppliers when required.
• Well-organized, detail-oriented, and ability to multi-task
• Ability to work independently and prioritize duties with minimal supervision, in order to meet deadlines (strong prioritization skills)
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft office suites

What We Offer

Meggitt is proud to offer a competitive total rewards framework designed with our colleagues' health, wealth and well-being in mind to help our employees balance a successful career. Our competitive package will include:

• Early finish on a Friday
• On site restaurant offering subsidized food
• Pension Scheme up to 8% company contribution
• Employee Assistance Program for Health & Wellbeing
• Employee Perkz - offering our employees discounts on a huge variety of goods and services
• Income Protection
• Share Buying scheme
• Employee Resource Groups
• Volunteering day off

Please be aware that we may close this vacancy for applications if we receive a high volume of interest. We strongly advise you to submit your application as early as possible. #LI-DK1

Meggitt are an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse working environment. We believe that people from different backgrounds and beliefs define who we are as a business. We strongly believe that building a culture of respect and appreciation, will give everyone the opportunity to recognise their full potential.