Lead Tool & Die Design Engineer – Innovate & Deliver

JMJ PHILLIP; Carpentersville (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement savings plan with company

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Profit-sharing opportunities

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Employee appreciation events

Job summary

JMJ PHILLIP is seeking an experienced Tool & Die Design Supervisor to lead a team responsible for the design, development, and continuous improvement of tooling and die systems supporting manufacturing operations. This leadership role blends technical expertise with people management to ensure projects meet quality standards and production goals.

Responsibilities include supervising designers, overseeing tooling design, coordinating projects from concept to production, and driving cost reduction

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Tool Design, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Several years of experience in tool and die design within a manufacturing environment.
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of tooling, dies, fixtures, manufacturing processes, and engineering principles.
• Proficiency with CAD software and engineering design tools.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines.
• Experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of tool and die designers.
• Oversee tooling and die design, ensuring manufacturability and quality.
• Plan and coordinate tool and die design projects from concept through production; monitor budgets.
• Provide technical manufacturing support and troubleshoot tooling issues.
• Drive Lean and continuous improvement initiatives in tooling processes.
• Ensure tooling designs comply with standards and maintain documentation.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

CAD software

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Associate's degree in related field

Tools

CAD software proficiency

Job description

JMJ PHILLIP is seeking an experienced Tool & Die Design Supervisor to lead a team responsible for the design, development, and continuous improvement of tooling and die systems supporting manufacturing operations. This leadership role blends technical expertise with people management to ensure projects meet quality standards and production goals.

Responsibilities include supervising designers, overseeing tooling design, coordinating projects from concept to production, and driving cost reduction