Manufacturing Tooling Engineer - CAD, NPI & Lean

Saronic; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision

Generous PTO

Parental Leave

401(k) with company match

Stock options

Life & Disability Insurance

Pet Insurance

Free lunch

Unlimited drinks & snacks

Job summary

Saronic Technologies is seeking a Manufacturing Tooling Engineer to design and validate tooling, fixtures, and production equipment for efficient, high-quality manufacturing. You will contribute to DFx, support NPI, and develop CAD models and drawings across SolidWorks, CATIA, and NX.

Ideal candidates have 2–5+ years in tooling or manufacturing engineering, strong CAD skills, and knowledge of manufacturing processes, GD&T, and lean/Six Sigma.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering or related field.
• 2–5+ years in tooling design or manufacturing engineering.
• Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks, CATIA, Siemens NX, or similar).
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes (CNC, welding, stamping, molding).
• Experience with GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing).
• Familiarity with lean principles and Six Sigma methods.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Design tooling, jigs, fixtures, and gauges for manufacturing operations.
• Collaborate on Design for Manufacturability (DFM).
• Support NPI by developing and validating production tooling.
• Create CAD models and drawings (SolidWorks, CATIA, NX).
• Select materials and methods for tooling (machining, casting, additive).
• Manage tooling fabrication, vendors, and procurement.
• Perform tolerance analysis and ensure dimensional compliance.
• Troubleshoot tooling issues and implement corrective actions.
• Drive continuous improvement on cycle time, cost, and quality.
• Maintain tooling documentation and work instructions.
• Ensure safety and regulatory compliance.
• Support RCA/CAPA for production issues.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical thinking

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

CATIA

Siemens NX

Job description

Saronic Technologies is seeking a Manufacturing Tooling Engineer to design and validate tooling, fixtures, and production equipment for efficient, high-quality manufacturing. You will contribute to DFx, support NPI, and develop CAD models and drawings across SolidWorks, CATIA, and NX.

Ideal candidates have 2–5+ years in tooling or manufacturing engineering, strong CAD skills, and knowledge of manufacturing processes, GD&T, and lean/Six Sigma.