Tool Design Engineer - Metal Manufacturer - JN-052026-7008418

Family-owned business with close culture and long average tenure!
Work directly with company ownership!

About Our Client

My client is a third-generation, family-owned manufacturer of industrial metal components, serving a diverse set of industries including aerospace, automotive, electronics, and medical. They are well known for their strong culture and long-term business stability.

Job Description

Design tools, dies, jigs, fixtures, molds, and gauges using 2D/3D CAD (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar).
Create detailed drawings and models with part geometry, tolerances, GD&T, and material specs to support accurate builds and repeatable performance.
Partner cross‑functionally with engineering, toolroom, quality, and production to develop tooling for new products and continuous improvement.
Review designs for manufacturability, durability, safety, and cost, recommending smart tradeoffs where needed.
Own tooling projects end‑to‑end: scope, schedules, revisions, and basic cost tracking.
Maintain drawing packages and documentation as designs evolve; ensure clean revision control.
Select appropriate materials and standard components for tooling applications.
Troubleshoot tooling performance issues and drive design improvements to eliminate downtime and defects.
Ensure designs comply with applicable safety and regulatory expectations.

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

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology, Tool Design, or related field (or equivalent experience).
3-5 years of tool design experience in a manufacturing environment.
Strong proficiency in CAD and creating production‑ready drawing packages.
Working knowledge of GD&T (ASME Y14.5) and tolerance stack thinking.
Solid manufacturing process knowledge - stamping, forming, die‑casting (preferred).
Strong problem‑solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to juggle multiple priorities.
Experience with metal forming, progressive dies, and/or injection molds.
Familiarity with toolroom build/tryout cycles and supporting tools through launch and optimization.
Sponsorship is not provided