Tooling Designer

Sogeclair; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Social benefits and advantages: RRSP with employer contribution

Group insurance (50% employer coverage)

Telecare

5 personal days

An additional week off during the holiday season

Job summary

Sogeclair is seeking a skilled Tooling Designer to enhance its manufacturing processes in Toronto, Ontario. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, modifying, and maintaining tooling solutions vital for production efficiency and quality. You will collaborate with various teams, focusing on safe and innovative designs while ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Ideal candidates hold a degree in Mechanical Engineering and have 5-10 years of tooling design experience along with proficiency in CATIA V5. This position offers diverse challenges in a multicultural work environment.

Qualifications

• 5 to 10 years of relevant experience in tooling design, manufacturing, or industrial production environments.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and tooling fabrication.
• Detail-oriented professional with a strong commitment to quality and safety.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop tooling drawings and 3D models based on requirements.
• Participate in tooling validation and try-out activities.
• Support tooling manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Proficiency with CATIA V5

Knowledge of GD&T

Strong problem-solving abilities

Excellent communication skills

Education

College diploma or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CATIA V5

Job description

Description

TASKS YOU WILL ACCOMPLISH

The Tooling Designer is responsible for designing, modifying, and maintaining manufacturing tooling solutions based on engineering and production requirements. This role supports production efficiency, quality, and safety by delivering reliable and innovative tooling designs while collaborating closely with cross‑functional teams throughout the design, fabrication, and validation process.

• Design, develop, modify, and update tooling drawings and 3D models based on manufacturing and engineering requirements.
• Create manufacturing and assembly tooling, fixtures, jigs and support equipment used in production environments.
• Design and support tooling used in a CNC 5‑axis machining environment, specializing in the manufacturing of complex machined components.
• Participate in tooling validation and try‑out activities in collaboration with manufacturing, quality, and engineering teams.
• Collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and customers to ensure project requirements are met.
• Analyze and resolve technical issues related to tooling design, fabrication, and implementation.
• Conduct design reviews, tolerance analyses, and risk assessments to ensure tooling performance and reliability.
• Support tooling manufacturing, validation, implementation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain tooling documentation, configuration control, and revision management.
• Contribute to cost reduction efforts and improvements in manufacturing efficiency and product quality.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety requirements, and best design practices.

Requirements

YOUR PROFILE IS ESSENTIAL TO OUR SUCCESS

Qualifications

• College diploma or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Design, Industrial Design, or a related field.
• 5 to 10 years of relevant experience in tooling design, manufacturing, or industrial production environments.
• Proficiency with CATIA V5 including experience working within a PLM environment.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, tooling fabrication, and assembly operations.
• Knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).
• Familiarity with advanced manufacturing methods such as machining, assembly processes, composite materials, additive manufacturing (3D printing), and production tooling development.
• Knowledge of industry standards and regulations is considered an asset.

Key Competencies

• Strong problem‑solving and analytical abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer‑oriented skills.
• Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams and manage tight deadlines.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities and sound technical judgment.
• Detail‑oriented professional with a strong commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Innovative mindset with the ability to identify and implement practical solutions.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

SOGECLAIR promotes diversity and inclusion as part of essential elements of its performance and is committed to recruiting without discrimination.

Benefits

Working at SOGECLAIR also means :

• Enjoying an international and multicultural work environment.
• Having access to internal mobility opportunities.
• Gaining valuable knowledge through continuous training.
• Benefiting from a range of social benefits and advantages: RRSP (with employer contribution), group insurance (50% employer coverage), telecare, 5 personal days, and an additional week off during the holiday season.