Tooling Project Engineer – Global Plastics
We are seeking an experienced Tooling Project Engineer to join a global leader in the biopharma and laboratory sector. This role sits within the Global Plastics Group and will focus on delivering high-quality injection mould tooling projects that support the full product lifecycle.
The Role
You will lead the development and delivery of injection mould tools for plastic components used in single-use products. Working on Product Lifecycle Management projects, you’ll ensure new tooling for existing products meets the highest standards of quality, cost-efficiency, and durability.
What You’ll Be Doing
*Manage end-to-end tooling projects for injection moulded components
*Collaborate with Product Development, Quality, Operations, and global stakeholders
*Support design for manufacture and industrialisation of plastic parts
*Source and develop tooling suppliers, ensuring alignment to company standards
*Lead tooling qualification activities (FOT, FAT, IQ, OQ, PQ, PPAP)
*Drive issue resolution and continuous improvement across tooling projects
*Review technical drawings and support engineering changes
What We’re Looking For
*Proven experience managing injection mould tooling projects
*Strong understanding of plastic component manufacturing and industrialisation
*Experience working cross-functionally in a global environment
*Knowledge of tooling qualification processes (PPAP, IQ/OQ/PQ, FAT, etc.)
*Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
What You’ll Get
*Opportunity to work on cutting-edge products in a growing global industry
*Exposure to international projects and suppliers
*A collaborative, engineering-led environment
Additional Information
*Travel will be required to support supplier visits and site collaboration
Tooling Project Engineer – 6 months contract – Gloucestershire