Engineering Manager

WorkWave Staff; Ashville (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

WorkWave Staff is seeking a Manufacturing / Tooling Engineer responsible for designing, developing, and improving tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing processes. This role is crucial in optimizing production efficiency and troubleshooting issues.

The ideal candidate has 2–5 years of related experience in manufacturing or process engineering, along with strong problem-solving skills and proficiency in CAD software.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of related experience in manufacturing, tooling, or process engineering.
• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred.
• Proficiency in systems analysis and process improvement.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing processes based on customer specifications.
• Support development, debugging, and continuous improvement of tooling and production processes.
• Analyze and improve manufacturing systems and workflows for efficiency and cost reduction.
• Troubleshoot issues related to product design, materials, and manufacturing processes.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Technical design skills

Time management

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Ashville, United States | Posted on 05/06/2026

• Work Experience 2–5 years of related experience in manufacturing, tooling, or process engineering
• State/Province New York
• Country United States

Job Description

Manufacturing / Tooling Engineer

Job Summary

The Manufacturing / Tooling Engineer is responsible for the design, development, and continuous improvement of tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing processes to meet customer requirements. This role plays a key part in optimizing production efficiency, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring product designs are manufacturable, cost-effective, and aligned with operational capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing processes based on customer specifications
  
• Support development, debugging, and continuous improvement of tooling and production processes
  
• Analyze and improve manufacturing systems and workflows for efficiency and cost reduction
  
• Determine root causes of failures and recommend improvements to designs, tolerances, or processes
  
• Troubleshoot issues related to product design, materials, and manufacturing processes
  
• Review product designs for manufacturability, accuracy, and completeness
  
• Identify opportunities to reduce costs and improve product performance
  
• Research and implement new technologies, methods, and processes
  
• Design, install, and troubleshoot manufacturing equipment
  
• Communicate production capabilities, timelines, and technical information to support operations
  

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent hands-on experience
  
• 2–5 years of related experience in manufacturing, tooling, or process engineering
  
• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred
  
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
  
• Excellent verbal and written communication
  
• Sound judgment and decision-making abilities
  
• Proficiency in systems analysis and process improvement
  
• Experience with CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar)
  
• Ability to research and implement new technologies
  
• Strong technical design and engineering skills
  
• Effective time management and organizational skills
  
• Manufacturing/industrial setting with exposure to machinery and production operations
  
• Requires collaboration with production, engineering, and management teams