HOP - Tooling Engineer

Mitchell & Associates; Hopkinsville (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mitchell & Associates in Kentucky is seeking a tooling engineer with strong experience in tooling method planning, die build coordination, and cross-functional collaboration with manufacturing and quality teams.

The role requires a BS in engineering (or 5 years of related experience), tooling proficiency, and knowledge of IATF16949 and APQP processes. Responsibilities include program support, vendor coordination, and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Must have a BS in engineering or 5 years of related experience.
• Tooling experience required.
• Excellent English communication skills both oral and written.
• Excellent organizational skills with dedication to quality.
• Knowledge in computer software for Windows, Auto-CAD or CAD equivalent
• Knowledge of IATF16949 and APQP processes

Responsibilities

• Preparation of "tooling method plan" packages for quotation of new business proposals on an assigned project.
• Provides Tool follow-up for new programs.
• Works closely with manufacturing, quality, & production tooling group to ensure die build will meet the plant's specific needs.
• Maintains tooling progress with vendors to make sure die delivery is on-time & with-in budget.
• Receive, review and disseminate supplier quotation packages.
• Basic knowledge of materials and specifications for assigned project.
• Knowledge of assigned manufacturing facilities capabilities and limitations.
• Work closely with product design and manufacturing to support DFM&A concerns including GD&T at both the assembly and detail levels.
• Maintain up-to-date:
• Quote support documentation.
• Current die method plans.
• Manufacturing concern issues
• Travel to Martinrea facilities and integrators to support tooling build, buy off and aid in the integration at the manufacturing facility up to and through program launch.
• Execute Material Reduction Initiatives.
• Responsible for development of press set-up documents.
• Responsible for working with EHS to ensure all safety protocols are being met/followed.
• Competency Level 3 understanding of all advanced processes and interactions as determined by the leadership team.

Skills

Tooling experience

English communication

Organizational skills

CAD software

GD&T knowledge

IATF16949 & APQP

Education

BS in engineering

5 years of related experience

Tools

AutoCAD

CAD software

Windows software

Job description

• Must have a BS in engineering or 5 years of related experience.


• Tooling experience required.


• Excellent English communication skills both oral and written.


• Excellent organizational skills with dedication to quality.


• Knowledge in computer software for Windows, Auto-CAD or CAD equivalent


• Knowledge of IATF16949 and APQP processes
  

Required Qualifications

• Must have a BS in engineering or 5 years of related experience.


• Tooling experience required.


• Excellent English communication skills both oral and written.


• Excellent organizational skills with dedication to quality.


• Knowledge in computer software for Windows, Auto-CAD or CAD equivalent


• Knowledge of IATF16949 and APQP processes
  

Responsibilities

• Preparation of \"tooling method plan\" packages for quotation of new business proposals on an assigned project.


• Provides Tool follow-up for new programs.


• Works closely with manufacturing, quality, & production tooling group to ensure die build will meet the plant's specific needs.


• Maintains tooling progress with vendors to make sure die delivery is on-time & with-in budget.


• Receive, review and disseminate supplier quotation packages.


• Basic knowledge of materials and specifications for assigned project.


• Knowledge of assigned manufacturing facilities capabilities and limitations.


• Work closely with product design and manufacturing to support DFM&A concerns including GD&T at both the assembly and detail levels.


• Maintain up-to-date:




• Quote support documentation.


• Current die method plans.


• Manufacturing concern issues




• Travel to Martinrea facilities and integrators to support tooling build, buy off and aid in the integration at the manufacturing facility up to and through program launch.


• Execute Material Reduction Initiatives.


• Responsible for development of press set-up documents.


• Responsible for working with EHS to ensure all safety protocols are being met/followed.


• Competency Level 3 understanding of all advanced processes and interactions as determined by the leadership team.
  

Background check and pre-employment drug screen required for employment opportunity.