Tool Design Engineer

• Role is open due to growth
• Bonus eligible
  
  

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established global manufacturing organization based in the north suburbs of Chicago. They are known for their innovative fastening and assembly solutions for the automotive industry. The company offers a collaborative work environment, advanced engineering capabilities, and a strong commitment to quality and continuous improvement.

Job Description

• Prepare layout and detail drawings for single and progressive cutting, stamping, and forming tools.
• Create and update detailed drawings required for manufacturing using the company's CAD system.
• Create detailed 2D and 3D models of complex tooling, such as progressive stamping dies, injection molds, or robotic end-of-arm tooling (EOAT)
• Work closely with the tool room to debug and modify tools, updating designs based on trial or production service data to improve tool life or performance.
• Oversee the fabrication of tool prototypes and conduct "die trials" or mold samplings to ensure the output meets dimensional specifications
• Study specifications, engineering blueprints, tool orders, and shop data to resolve design problems related to material characteristics, dimensional tolerances, service requirements, manufacturing procedures, and cost.
• Design EDM blocks, fixtures, and other layouts required for the tool room to maintain and repair dies.
• Analyze existing manufacturing workflows to identify bottlenecks and design custom fixtures or gauges to improve speed and repeatability
• Create a bill of materials for all designs
  
  

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

• Extensive knowledge of CAD systems (SolidWorks, AutoCAD).
• Knowledge of manufacturing equipment and processes, including plastic and metal (steel) dies and forming operations.
• Flexibility and tolerance for constantly changing demands
• Apply algebraic and geometric formulas.
• Ability to read and interpret specifications and engineering blueprints.
• Multi-task and lead numerous projects
• Bachelors Degree
• No sponsorship provided
  
  

What's on Offer

• Compensation up to $90,000 (DOE)
• Discretionary bonus
• Full medical benefits
• 2-3 weeks of PTO
  
  

Contact: Max Sinton

Quote job ref: JN-052026-7020274