Technical / CAD Designer I--Job ID: 4109

Due to nuclear site access/or export-controlled project requirements, this role requires candidates to be U.S. Citizens and not hold dual citizenship. Candidates must also be willing to work on W2.

We’re Hiring: Tooling Design Engineer

Location: Greenville, SC

Travel Required: No

Working Model: 100% on-site

Bill Rate: $30/hr

Contract Duration:12 Months (Possible extension)

Hours: 40 hours/week

We are seeking a Tooling Design Engineer to design, develop, implement, and support tooling, jigs, fixtures, and manufacturing equipment. This role partners with production, design engineering, quality, and sourcing teams to deliver practical, cost-effective solutions that improve product quality, manufacturing efficiency, and on-time execution.

Must-Have Skills

• 3D CAD modeling
• Mechanical aptitude

Preferred Software Experience

• Siemens NX 2206/2412

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain tooling, jigs, fixtures, and production support equipment.
• Execute tooling projects with autonomy within established engineering standards and review processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet technical, quality, cost, and delivery requirements.
• Support internal and external customers with tooling needs and project coordination.
• Conduct feasibility assessments and cost analyses for tooling designs, modifications, and improvements.
• Support tooling installation, setup, validation, and calibration.
• Troubleshoot tooling wear, defects, malfunctions, and process variation; recommend and implement corrective actions.
• Prepare and maintain engineering drawings, specifications, 3D models, maintenance instructions, and tooling standards.
• Evaluate materials, components, and suppliers for tooling applications.
• Improve tooling reliability, durability, safety, and cost-effectiveness.
• Support existing and legacy tooling and fixture applications.
• Ensure tooling designs comply with safety requirements, quality standards, and established procedures.
• Provide production personnel with technical guidance on tooling use, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Contribute to internal build standards and tooling best practices.
• Apply Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles to tooling and fixture design.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience.
• Relevant experience in tooling engineering, manufacturing engineering, mechanical design, or a related technical role.
• Experience with CAD software and 3D modeling tools.
• Ability to read, interpret, and create engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Working knowledge of GD&T.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and priorities in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience designing tooling, fixtures, or jigs for manufacturing applications.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes, equipment setup, and process improvement.
• Experience supporting production teams in a shop-floor environment.
• Knowledge of material selection, fabrication, machining, and assembly processes.
• Experience working with suppliers and external tooling vendors.
• Familiarity with Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement methods.