Automation Tooling Designer — Contract

DISHER; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

DISHER is seeking an experienced Automation Tooling Design Engineer for a 3-month contract in Grand Rapids, MI. You will take ownership of ongoing designs, ensuring functionality and manufacturability, while also transitioning into broader machine design roles. Strong skills in mechanical design and proficiency in SolidWorks are required. You will collaborate with teams, manage multiple projects, and contribute to improving design processes. This position offers an opportunity for significant impact within an engineering-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical design fundamentals, able to finalize designs from concept to execution.
• Experience in automation tooling or custom machine design with SolidWorks.
• Ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining quality.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of an in-progress automation tooling design.
• Finalize designs ensuring functionality and manufacturability.
• Support creation of detailed engineering drawings.

Skills

Mechanical design fundamentals

Automation tooling design

SolidWorks proficiency

Effective communication

Problem-solving mindset

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

DISHER is seeking an experienced Automation Tooling Design Engineer for a 3-month contract in Grand Rapids, MI. You will take ownership of ongoing designs, ensuring functionality and manufacturability, while also transitioning into broader machine design roles. Strong skills in mechanical design and proficiency in SolidWorks are required. You will collaborate with teams, manage multiple projects, and contribute to improving design processes. This position offers an opportunity for significant impact within an engineering-driven environment.