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Tooling Engineer

Advantage Technical
Sterling, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 6/5/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/5/2026
Tooling Engineer - Machining Launch (Contract)


Location: Sterling Heights, MI (Onsite)


Pay Rate: $68.17/hr

We are seeking a Tooling Engineer to support a high-impact machining launch program within a major automotive manufacturing environment. This role partners closely with headquarters launch teams and suppliers to ensure successful delivery of a new machining line aligned with quality, safety, cost, and delivery targets.

Key Responsibilities


  • Support machining processes through tooling development and optimization

  • Assist with implementation of GTSV tool tracking systems and tooling standards

  • Identify tool-critical and dominant features; establish robust process controls

  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives in safety, quality, and productivity

  • Complete PPAP documentation and support full launch quality requirements

  • Apply engineering principles to improve manufacturing processes and product performance

  • Develop action plans to resolve internal and supplier process issues

  • Lead process audits aligned with Powertrain and corporate standards

  • Create work instructions and process documentation supporting quality systems

  • Support gear machining operations with capable tooling and process design

  • Lead lean manufacturing and variability reduction initiatives

  • Ensure compliance with ISO 14001, environmental, and plant standards


Required Skills & Experience


  • 5 years of manufacturing/tooling or machining engineering experience

  • Strong background in tooling design, CNC machining, and problem solving

  • Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)

  • High School Diploma or GED required


Preferred Qualifications


  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering

  • Experience with gear machining, blade grinding, CNC mills

  • Familiarity with Zoller or Royal tool presetters

  • Experience with FMEA, PPAP, DOE, Lean Manufacturing, and Six Sigma

  • Strong communication and leadership in cross-functional environments


Benefits


  • Medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance

  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plans

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

  • Commuter/Parking Accounts

  • People Perks Program

  • Health Savings Account (HSA)

  • AD&D Insurance


This is a fully onsite contract opportunity supporting a critical automotive launch program.

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