Job Title: Tooling Design Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Tooling Design Engineer to support aftermarket operations. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in designing and developing production tooling aids to enhance both new and existing processes.

This position involves translating part prints into effective tools that ensure precise component alignment, such as designing a tool to consistently set Part A to Part B at a specific point.

Approximately 75-80% of the work will take place at the desk with CAD design, while the remaining 20% will involve on-floor interactions with engineers across various cells.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop new tools, tooling, gauging, and other aids to support production operations.
• Create detailed designs and drawings using Computer Aided Design (CAD) software.
• Analyze tooling performance and make design adjustments to improve efficiency.
• Design tooling for CNC machining, turning, and additive manufacturing methods.
• Review technical manufacturing specifications to determine tooling requirements.
• Incorporate ergonomic considerations into tooling designs when appropriate.
• Collaborate with team members to develop design solutions for production support.
• Evaluate the performance of tooling, gauges, and aids to determine their readiness for use.
• Investigate and troubleshoot process issues.
• Provide technical support to operations.
• Consult with external engineering entities to resolve issues as needed.
• Coordinate multiple design projects simultaneously.
• Provide technical support and guidance to vendors during tooling fabrication.
• Analyze process data to support continuous improvement initiatives.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in tooling design using NX.
• Experience conducting design reviews.
• Knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).
• Experience with additive manufacturing and 3D modeling.
• Familiarity with Siemens NX and Unigraphics NX.

Additional Skills & Qualifications "Nice to have"

• Degree in a relevant field.
• Experience with TeamCenter PLM.
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Experience with Kaizen events or continuous improvement programs (e.g., 6S).
• Experience with composite materials.
• Aerospace experience.

Work Environment

The work environment includes a global presence with 200,000 employees across 70 countries.

Work hours are flexible, with start times between 7-8 AM, working nine-hour days from Monday to Friday, totaling a 45-hour workweek.

The contract extends through December 2026, offering 12 holidays off annually.

Additionally, employees gain aerospace experience and access to Udemy after six months.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.87 - $62.50/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Lansing,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 12, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $41 - $63