Tooling specialist (Press tools)

BlackBerry Inc.; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB India – Electrification, Smart Power is hiring a Tooling Specialist to support Nelamangala (Bangalore). You will optimize tooling and assembly processes, oversee tool development, and ensure high-quality, cost-effective production with global collaboration.

Required are a Diploma in Tool & Die Making (or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering with tooling experience) and 5–10 years in tooling projects, including CAD/3D modelling and supplier coordination. On-site role with travel across India.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Tool & Die Making or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering with relevant tooling experience.
• Minimum 5–10 years of experience in press tool development, sheet metal components, and tooling activities.
• Ability to read, interpret, and understand engineering drawings and specifications.
• Proficient in 3D modelling and AutoCAD for tooling and component development.

Responsibilities

• Optimize production assembly methods, processes and equipment to improve quality, efficiency, costs, and safety.
• Oversee tooling development, validation of press tools, molds, gauges, fixtures, and sub-assemblies; review DFMs for manufacturability.
• Identify Indian suppliers, drive localization, and coordinate with suppliers for timely development and supply of parts.
• Conduct PPAP, inspections, tooling trials, and validation; collaborate with Global/US teams to resolve technical issues.
• Manage cost-saving initiatives, track milestones, and report biweekly to management.

Skills

CAD & Modelling

AutoCAD

Engineering Drawings

Communication

Team Collaboration

Travel willingness

Education

Diploma in Tool & Die Making

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This Position reports to: Production Engineering Manager

What we believe in

At ABB, we are dedicated to addressing global challenges. Our core values: care, courage, curiosity, and collaboration - combined with a focus on diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities - are key drivers in our aim to empower everyone to create sustainable solutions. That's our story. Make it your story.

Your role and responsibilities

The work model for the role is: #Li-Onsite As a Tooling Specialist, you will support for ABB India – Electrification, Smart Power Business to be based at Nelamangala – Bangalore. You will be mainly accountable for:

• Optimizes the Production organization's assembly methods, processes, and equipment to minimize labor hours in accordance with business strategies related to quality, efficiency, costs, and safety.
• Material & Process Knowledge: Extensive knowledge of ferrous, non-ferrous, and insulation materials, with practical experience in sheet-metal and non-ferrous stamping, hot/cold forging, machining, assemblies, heat treatment, and surface treatment processes.
• Tooling & Manufacturing Development: Oversee development and validation of press tools, molds, gauges, fixtures, and sub-assemblies; review DFM and ensure tooling meets required standards for precision, durability, quality, and manufacturability.
• Supplier Development & Localization: Identify and develop suitable Indian suppliers, lead part localization based on engineering drawings and specifications, and coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely development and regular supply of critical parts.
• Quality & Engineering Validation: Conduct PPAP, joint inspections, sampling inspections, tooling trials, and dimensional/process validation; collaborate with Global/US Engineering and Quality teams to validate critical components and close technical issues.
• Project, Cost & Stakeholder Management: Manage cost‑saving initiatives, monitor project milestones and development timelines, provide biweekly management updates, and ensure effective execution of supplier development projects within defined cost, quality, and delivery targets.
• Exposure to Low Voltage Electrical Switchgear and plastic mold development.

Qualifications for the role

• Educational Qualification: Diploma in Tool & Die Making from reputed institutions such as NTTF, GTTC, CTTC, or equivalent tooling institutes; alternatively, a Diploma in Mechanical Engineering with relevant experience.
• Relevant Experience: Minimum 5–10 years of experience in press tool development, sheet metal component development, and tooling‑related activities.
• Engineering Drawing Skills: Solid ability to read, interpret, and understand engineering drawings, specifications, and technical requirements.
• CAD & Modelling Skills: Practical experience in 3D solid modelling and AutoCAD, with the ability to support tooling and component development activities.
• Communication Skills: Good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively coordinate with suppliers, engineering teams, and other stakeholders.
• Global Team Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with US and international teams across different time zones, while demonstrating effective teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Travel & Teamwork: Willingness to travel extensively across India and visit supplier locations to support tooling and component development, resolve issues, and ensure timely project completion; should work well with others.

More about us

ABB Smart Power provides energy distribution solutions for data centers, industrial and manufacturing plants, critical infrastructure and commercial buildings. The Division’s technical teams work closely with industry partners, delivering advanced solutions that support rapid growth, energy transition, and sustainability objectives. The Division’s portfolio includes industrial circuit breakers, low‑voltage systems, motor starting applications, and safety devices like switches and relays. Its Power Protection unit supports the world’s largest data center companies with advanced energy‑efficient UPS solutions. The Division’s ABB Ability Energy Manager provides a scalable, easy‑to‑use platform that helps organizations save energy and reduce CO2 emissions. Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. We welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.

Why ABB Working at ABB

Working at ABB gives you the opportunity to contribute to a healthier and more prosperous world. Add to your story by joining a passionate team, focused on pushing the boundaries of technology to drive performance, shape new business models and find new ways of working that benefit our customers, partners and society. We want you to be proud of being part of ABB.

We care At ABB, we care about our people and their stories. We create safe, fair, equitable and inclusive working environments in which our people can succeed and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation or cultural, religious or social background. Diverse teams make us stronger. ABB is also committed to a high standard of integrity in everything we do.

We grow We help our people succeed and develop, and we empower them to create their own careers at ABB. Our benefits, reward and development programs encompass a wide array of offerings.

We welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.