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Tool Designer

Aditi Consulting
Waterloo, IA Contractor
POSTED ON 6/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/9/2026

Payrate: $47.29- $47.29/hr.
 
Summary:
We’re looking for a Tool Designer who takes pride in practical, well-executed designs and strong shop collaboration.
 
Responsibilities:
  • Technical Design Excellence
  • Create accurate 3D models and complete 2D drawing packages ready for manufacturing
  • Apply a solid understanding of materials and common manufacturing processes to every design
  • Manufacturing-First Mindset
  • Design with machining, assembly, and adjustability in mind
  • Apply tolerances appropriately keeping designs robust without over engineering
  • Factors in cost, lead time, and real-world shop capabilities from day one
  • Attention to Detail
  • Produce clear, concise drawings that minimize shop questions
  • Consistently follow drafting, documentation, and company standards
  • Maintain strong revision control and clear change communication
  • Clear Communication & Collaboration
  • Clearly communicate design intent through drawings and discussions
  • Work closely with machinists, welders, inspectors, and other stakeholders
  • Welcome feedback and incorporate shop-floor input into better designs
  • Problem Solving & Sound Judgment
  • Take a practical, solution-oriented approach to design challenges
  • Adapt quickly to changing requirements and constraints
  • Balance simplicity with functional and performance requirements
  • Ownership & Professionalism
  • Take responsibility for designs from concept through build and tryout
  • Follow through on issues, corrections, and improvements
  • Continuously improving by applying lessons learned to future designs
 
Requirements:
  • Experience with Creo or Solid modeling
  • Knowledge of fabrication methods
  • Engineering background
 
Preferred Skills:
  • Programming experience (C , Python, SQL)
  • Project Management experience
  • Supply Management/Purchasing experience
 
Pay Transparency: The typical base pay for this role across the U.S. is: $47.29- $47.29/hour. Non-exempt positions are eligible for overtime at a rate of 1.5 times the base hourly rate for all hours worked in excess of 40 in a work week, or as required by state or local law. Final offer amounts, within the base pay set forth above, are determined by factors including your relevant skills, education and experience. Full-time employees are eligible to select from different benefits packages. Packages may include medical, denmatch, lifeion benefits, health savings accounts with qualified medical plan enrollment, 10 paid days off, 3 days paid bereavement leave, 401(k) plan participation with employer match,  life and disability insurance, commuter benefits, dependent care flexible spending account, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, accommodations and reimbursement for work travel, and discretionary performance or recognition bonus. Sick leave and mobile phone reimbursement provided based on state or local law. 
 
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