Cutting Tool Design Engineer

H. T. PROF Group; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% company-paid medical premiums

Elite 6% 401(k) match

Long-term disability and life insurance

Vacation and PTO

Job summary

H. T. PROF Group in Toledo, Ohio, is seeking an experienced Cutting Tool Design Engineer. In this hands-on role, you will design and develop cutting tools, establish technical standards, and lead research into new techniques. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of relevant experience and a strong understanding of advanced milling. The organization offers excellent benefits such as 100% company-paid medical premiums and a unique opportunity for mentorship under industry experts.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of experience in a similar cutting tool design engineer role.
• Experience designing high performance solid carbide rotary tools.
• General understanding of advanced milling techniques.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop new cutting tools and refine existing products.
• Establish and maintain technical specifications for the tool catalog.
• Lead research into new grinding techniques and materials.
• Partner with teams to align designs with customer needs.
• Provide expert advice on tool geometries and machining applications.
• Coordinate development projects from feasibility to optimization.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and quality procedures.

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Project management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word and Excel)

Job description

Design at the forefront of the industry in a state-of-the-art facility where you’ll enjoy 100% company-paid medical premiums, an elite 6% 401(k) match, and the opportunity to master your craft using the latest cutting-edge technology.

Elite Financial Rewards & Benefits: Secure your future with 100% company-paid medical premiums and an industry-leading 100% 401(k) match up to 6%, all backed by a stable, high-growth business with a surging project pipeline. State‑of‑the‑art Innovation: Leave outdated machinery behind and work in a clean, bright, modern facility equipped with the latest cutting‑edge design technology and brand‑new equipment on the floor. Mastery & Mentorship: Step into a high‑impact role, due to a retirement, offering you the unique opportunity to train directly under a tenured industry expert and inherit a diverse, thriving portfolio of projects. Premier Manufacturing Culture: Experience a workplace that balances a diverse business mix with a supportive, high‑morale culture where engineering expertise is respected. Immediate Impact: Join a “busy‑from‑day‑one” environment with strong sales and active projects already waiting for your expertise, ensuring you are a vital contributor to the team from the start.

Responsibilities

• Product Innovation: Design and develop new cutting tools and refine existing products to provide higher value and better performance for users.
• Technical Standards: Establish and maintain technical specifications and product standards for the company’s tool catalog.
• Research & Benchmarking: Lead research into new grinding techniques and materials, and perform machine tests to benchmark tool performance against competitors.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Partner with marketing, sales, and manufacturing teams to align product designs with customer needs and production feasibility.
• Technical Support: Provide expert advice on tool geometries, materials, and proper machining applications.
• Project Management: Coordinate development projects from initial technical feasibility through production and design optimization.
• Compliance & Safety: Adhere to all company policies, safety protocols (such as Lockout/Tagout), and quality manual procedures.
• Other duties as directed by management.

This is a hands‑on position that requires qualified candidates to be able to problem solve, support the sales and manufacturing teams, analyze data, have excellent written and verbal communication skills and be able to participate in team environments and work independently. This position requires individuals to have excellent analytical thinking skills. The job is a combination of desk work and time spent in test environments. The company offers very competitive benefits including medical, dental and vision, 401K, long‑term disability, life insurance, vacation and PTO.

Requirements

1. High school diploma or GED; a Bachelor's degree is preferred.
2. Minimum of five years of experience in a similar cutting tool design engineer role.
3. Experience designing cutting tools, including high performance solid carbide rotary tools.
4. General understanding of advanced milling techniques.
5. Basic project management skills, including overseeing timelines.
6. Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.

Preferred Skills (Not Required)

• Supervision of others.
• Customer communication.
• 3D modeling.
• Aerospace and/or medical device industries.
• Budget responsibility.

Reasons to Work For This Organization

• New facility with cutting edge technology.
• Diverse business mix.
• Excellent culture.
• Opening is due to a retirement of a long‑term employee.
• Learn and train from the expert.

Exceptional benefits, including company paid health premium.

Strong sales and business coming in.

Candidates are preferred to be local to the Toledo, Ohio area. Relocation available for candidates meeting all requirements.