Patternmaker

Advertised by Orbital Recruitment

Location
DE24, Alvaston, Derby
Salary
£36,744 a year
Job type
Permanent
Sector
Engineering
Posted
17 September 2026
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Job description

Orbital Recruitment are looking for an experienced Patternmaker to join our manufacturing specialist client in Derby.

Immediate start available

Salary & Working Hours

  • Starting salary: £36,744.40
  • Monday to Friday
  • Flexible start times between 6:00am and 8:00am
  • Overtime available

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who can come in and get up to speed quickly, with solid hands-on experience in a pattern shop or toolroom environment.

You’ll need:

  • A minimum of 3 years’ experience in engineering toolmaking or patternmaking within a similar industry
  • A sound knowledge of patternmaking and toolmaking
  • Experience working within a pattern shop or toolroom environment
  • Strong hand finishing skills
  • The ability to read and interpret basic engineering drawings
  • Experience producing tooling or patterns for industries such as:
    • Automotive
    • Foundry
    • Aerospace
    • Marine

Main Responsibilities

  • Producing tool parts in wood
  • Making jigs and fixtures for the production of automotive and foundry components
  • Carrying out hand finishing work to a high standard
  • Reverse engineering parts for repair where required
  • Following company processes, quality procedures and housekeeping standards as part of the quality management system

The Next Step

If you have a strong patternmaking background and think this could be a good fit, apply now.

Reference 225621544

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