Hands-on Manufacturing Design Engineer: Tooling & Fixtures

Hendrick Automotive Group; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hendrick Technical Solutions in Charlotte, NC is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Design Engineer to design tooling, fixtures, work-holding, and manufacturing aids, and modify components to improve manufacturability and production efficiency.

You will partner with Manufacturing Engineering, Production, Quality, and Design Engineering to identify challenges and implement practical shop-floor solutions, including standardized processes, 3D modeling, and detailed drawings for production readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, manufacturing engineering, or related field; equivalent practical experience.
• Experience designing tooling, fixtures, jigs, or manufacturing equipment.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, machining, fabrication, welding, assembly, and production methods.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD and engineering drawings.
• Ability to interpret GD&T and apply sound engineering judgement.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a hands-on, practical approach.
• Ability to work effectively with engineers, technicians, welders, machinists, and production personnel.
• Experience supporting production or prototype manufacturing environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop production tooling, fixtures, jigs, work-holding, and assembly aids, including specialized fixtures for robotic welding stations.
• Design and support robot welding fixtures to ensure proper part location, alignment, repeatability, accessibility, and weld quality.
• Modify existing part designs and drawings to improve manufacturability, assembly, quality, and production efficiency.
• Work directly with production personnel to identify manufacturing issues and develop practical solutions.
• Create and maintain 3D models, detailed drawings, assemblies, and manufacturing documentation.
• Support the development and implementation of standardized manufacturing processes and work instructions.
• Troubleshoot tooling, fixture, robot station, and part-related production issues and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Design Engineering to ensure part modifications meet functional and engineering requirements.
• Work with Manufacturing Engineering and Production to improve cycle time, repeatability, ergonomics, and overall process capability.
• Support prototype, pilot, and production builds as required.
• Assist with the fabrication, testing, installation, and validation of tooling and fixtures.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities and identify opportunities to reduce cost, waste, and production downtime.

Skills

Tooling design

Fixtures design

GD&T interpretation

3D CAD

Manufacturing processes

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in ME/Mfg Eng

Tools

NX CAD

Job description

Hendrick Technical Solutions in Charlotte, NC is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Design Engineer to design tooling, fixtures, work-holding, and manufacturing aids, and modify components to improve manufacturability and production efficiency.

You will partner with Manufacturing Engineering, Production, Quality, and Design Engineering to identify challenges and implement practical shop-floor solutions, including standardized processes, 3D modeling, and detailed drawings for production readiness.