Tooling Engineer - Design, Maintenance & Optimization

Nextracker; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 201,000 - 312,000; Full time

Job summary

Nextracker is seeking a Tool Room Engineer based in Saudi Arabia to oversee tool design, maintenance, and optimization. You will report to the Production Manager and ensure tools and dies meet quality and safety standards while supporting production goals.

Responsibilities include CAD/CAM-driven tooling design, preventive maintenance, records management, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to improve tool life and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Tool & Die Engineering, or related field.
• 5-7 years of experience in manufacturing or tool room environment.
• Proficiency in CAD/CAM software and knowledge of machining operations.
• Strong understanding of tooling materials, heat treatment, tolerances, and lean manufacturing/5S.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop tools, jigs, fixtures, gauges, and dies using CAD/CAM software.
• Maintain tool room records, maintenance logs, and inventory details.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on tools, molds, and dies; schedule inspections.
• Collaborate with production, quality, and design teams to meet specs.
• Drive process improvements to extend tool life and reduce costs.
• Ensure safety and quality compliance per policies (ISO/TS).

Skills

CAD/CAM

Machining operations

Lean manufacturing

5S

Analytical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Tool & Die Engineering

Related field

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

MasterCAM

Job description

Nextracker is seeking a Tool Room Engineer based in Saudi Arabia to oversee tool design, maintenance, and optimization. You will report to the Production Manager and ensure tools and dies meet quality and safety standards while supporting production goals.

Responsibilities include CAD/CAM-driven tooling design, preventive maintenance, records management, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to improve tool life and efficiency.