Tooling Engineer

Ascentec Engineering; Seberang Perai; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An engineering firm based in Penang is seeking a skilled professional to manage cutting tools engineering and inventory systems. Responsibilities include proposing tooling strategies, ensuring data accuracy in the Tool Management System, and supporting CAM teams. The ideal candidate should possess a diploma or degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing and have at least 5 years of hands-on experience with cutting tools and CNC processes. The role requires strong attention to detail and the ability to work within a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in cutting tools engineering & management.
• Strong knowledge of cutting tools, inserts, and tool holders.
• Solid understanding of shop floor operations.

Responsibilities

• Propose cutting tools and tooling strategies for CAM programming.
• Ensure tooling data accuracy in Tool Management System (TMS).
• Manage cutting tool and insert inventory.

Skills

Cutting tools knowledge

CNC machining processes

Attention to detail

Inventory management

Education

Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing or equivalent

Tools

Zoller tool pre-setter

Zoller Tool Management Systems (TMS)

Powershrink Fit Machine

Job description

Responsibilities

• Propose the best cutting tools and tooling strategies prior to CAM program creation, considering material, machine capability, cycle time, tool life, and cost.
• Support CAM teams by providing approved tooling concepts, tool assemblies, and cutting recommendations.
• Create, release, and maintain tool assemblies, tool lists, and tooling data in the Tool Management System (TMS).
• Ensure all tooling data in TMS is accurate, standardized, and released before machining starts.
• Use Zoller tool pre-setter to measure and verify tool assemblies according to TMS specifications.
• Use shrink-fit machine to assemble the tools.
• Ensure all tooling used on the shop floor strictly follows the approved TMS assemblies with zero deviation.
• Audit tooling setups, investigate non-compliance, and implement corrective actions.
• Support tool crib & machinist/supervisor on correct tooling usage and setup.
• Manage cutting tool and insert inventory using the Ascentec Tooling System (ATS).
• Ensure ATS stock records accurately reflect actual physical stock in the tool cabinets.
• Perform regular stock audits and reconciliation between ATS and physical inventory.
• Ensure correct tool/item master data in ATS, including item codes, quantities, locations, and minimum stock levels.
• Monitor ATS triggers and coordinate with purchasing to ensure timely replenishment of depleted stock.
• Drive tooling standardization, cost reduction, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work with tooling suppliers to evaluate new tools, inserts, and technologies.
• Support NPI, program proving, and first-article builds by ensuring tooling readiness and availability.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in cutting tools engineering & management.
• Strong knowledge of cutting tools, inserts, tool holders, shrink-fit systems, and work-holding principles.
• Hands-on experience with Zoller tool pre-setter, ZollerTool Management Systems (TMS), Powershrink Fit Machine and tool inventory systems.
• Solid understanding of CNC machining processes and shop floor operations.
• Strong attention to detail, discipline, and accountability mindset.