Progressive Tooling Engineer

Airswift; Seri Kembangan; On-site; MYR 89,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

Airswift is seeking a highly skilled Tooling Engineer in Malaysia to lead progressive tooling, die work, and precision machining across molds, dies and tooling components. You will oversee CNC milling, EDM and grinding operations, ensure micrometer accuracy, and uphold ISO quality standards.

The role requires 5+ years in tooling, hands-on experience with progressive dies, and the ability to coach apprentices and junior toolmakers while driving continuous improvement in tooling performance and

Qualifications

• Requires Diploma/Degree in mechanical or precision engineering.
• Hands-on tooling experience with progressive dies and tooling.
• Strong CNC milling and EDM experience, with tight tolerances.
• Familiarity with precision measurement and GD&T.
• Experience reading engineering drawings and tooling specs.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture and machine progressive press tools and tooling components.
• Machine components for moulding, forging and die-casting tools.
• Perform precision machining of complex profiles and tight tolerances.
• Oversee CNC machining, EDM and grinding activities as needed.
• Carry out tooling maintenance, repairs and part replacements.
• Ensure dimensional inspection and ISO quality compliance.
• Provide technical support to engineering and production teams.
• Train toolmakers, apprentices and junior staff.

Skills

CNC machining

Precision measurement

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication

Independent work

Coaching juniors

Education

Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tool & Die/Precision Engineering background

Tools

CNC milling

EDM/Wire EDM

Precision grinding

Measurement instruments

Job description

Role Responsibilities

1. Tooling & Precision Machining
   • Manufacture and machine progressive press tools and tooling components, including forming, bending, piercing tools, punches, die plates, punch holders and stripper plates.
   • Machine components for moulding, forging and die-casting tools, including inserts, cavity plates, core plates and side cores.
   • Perform precision machining of complex profiles, angles and intricate tooling components.
   • Achieve required dimensional accuracy and tight tolerances, including micro-level precision.
2. CNC, EDM & Grinding
   • Perform and/or oversee CNC machining activities for precision tooling components.
   • Carry out precision and surface grinding to meet required dimensional and surface‑finish specifications.
   • Perform EDM/Wire EDM machining where required for complex and high‑precision tooling.
   • Select appropriate machining methods, tooling, cutting parameters and processes.
3. Tool Maintenance & Repair
   • Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance of progressive tools, dies and related tooling.
   • Troubleshoot tooling problems and identify root causes of defects or machining issues.
   • Repair, modify and fabricate replacement tooling components where required.
   • Minimise tooling downtime and ensure tools are returned to production within the required lead time.
4. Measurement & Quality Control
   • Perform dimensional inspection using precision measuring instruments.
   • Verify tooling and machined components against engineering drawings and specifications.
   • Ensure tooling meets required quality, dimensional and customer requirements.
   • Maintain compliance with applicable ISO quality and manufacturing requirements.

Technical Support & Continuous Improvement

• Provide technical support to Tooling, Engineering and Production teams.
• Identify opportunities to improve tooling performance, tool life, quality and manufacturing lead time.
• Support problem‑solving and continuous improvement activities related to tooling and machining processes.

Training & Knowledge Transfer

• Provide technical guidance and on‑the‑job training to toolmakers, apprentices and junior technical employees.
• Share knowledge on machining, grinding, tooling maintenance and precision measurement.
• Provide instructions for complex machining operations and tooling processes.

Role Requirement

Education

• Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Tool & Die, Precision Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Candidates with strong relevant hands‑on tooling experience and technical qualifications may also be considered.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in progressive tooling, tool & die, precision machining or a similar manufacturing environment.
• 7–10 years of experience preferred for Senior Engineer level.
• Hands‑on experience in progressive dies, press tools and/or precision tooling is highly desirable.

Technical Skills

• Strong CNC machining experience, particularly CNC milling and complex‑profile machining.
• Good hands‑on experience in precision/surface grinding, progressive dies, press tools and/or precision tooling.
• Experience in EDM/Wire EDM is strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of tool & die manufacturing, maintenance and repair.
• Experience with precision measuring equipment and dimensional inspection.
• Ability to work with tight/micron‑level tolerances.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and tooling specifications.

Core Competencies

• Strong technical and problem‑solving skills.
• High attention to detail and precision.
• Quality‑oriented mindset.
• Good analytical and troubleshooting ability.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Able to work independently with minimum supervision.
• Able to coach and train junior employees, apprentices and toolmakers.
• Proactive approach to continuous improvement.

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS

• The successful candidate will be expected to:
• Deliver tooling components within required quality, accuracy and lead‑time requirements.
• Minimise tooling breakdowns and production downtime.
• Maintain high standards of precision machining.
• Support timely tooling repair and maintenance.
• Improve tooling performance and reliability.
• Develop the technical capability of toolmakers and apprentices.
• Ensure tooling complies with customer and applicable quality standards.

Given the highly specialized nature of our mixing line—which integrates a Caccia mixer, IG mixer, Mechwell system, and Paiying autoloading system, the successful candidate should possess relevant technical knowledge and hands‑on experience in operating, troubleshooting, maintaining, or supporting tooling and production activities associated with these systems.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Demonstrate ability to work on assigned welding works and its processes/activities, ensuring minimum errors and quality work in accordance to production deadlines
• Maintain safe workplace practices, adhering to the Company’s Health & Safety procedures at all times