Tooling Project Engineer

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