New Product Intro Durable Tooling Designer (Onsite)

Pratt & Whitney; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 82,000 - 164,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Durable Tooling Designer to support the design and manufacturing of innovative tooling solutions. In this dynamic role, you will collaborate with internal stakeholders and contribute to the development of cutting-edge aerospace technologies. Your expertise in CAD software and tooling design will be pivotal in ensuring the success of new product introduction initiatives. Join a forward-thinking team that values your passion for engineering and commitment to excellence, while enjoying a collaborative work environment that fosters growth and innovation.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Match

Flexible Work Schedules

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Scholar Program

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM or equivalent experience required.
• 5+ years of experience in tooling design and manufacturing.
• Proficient in CAD software and GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Support design and manufacturing of durable tooling.
• Analyze tooling packages and conduct design reviews.
• Calculate cost estimates for tool design projects.

Skills

Dimension and Geometric Tolerance

NX CAD Software

Reading 2-D Drawings

Reading 3-D CAD Models

GD&T (ASME Y14.5)

Office 365 (Excel, Word, SharePoint)

Education

Bachelor's Degree in STEM

Advanced Degree in Related Field

8 Years Relevant Experience

Tools

Teamcenter

SAP

Tool Management Software

Job description

Date Posted:

2025-05-06

Country:

United States of America

Location:

PW100: East Hartford 400 Main Street, East Hartford, CT, 06118 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance:

DoD

Pratt & Whitney is working to once again transform the future of flight—designing, building and servicing engines unlike any the world has ever seen. And because transformation begins from within, we’re seeking the people to drive it. So, calling all curious.

Come ready to explore and you’ll find a place where your talent takes flight—beyond the borders of title, a country or your comfort zone. Bring your passion and commitment and we’ll welcome you into a tight-knit team that takes our mission personally. Channel your drive to make a difference into shaping an organization and an industry that’s evolving fast to the future.

At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?

What You Will You Do:

The New Product Introduction (NPI) Durable Tooling Designer supports the design and manufacturing of NPI durable tooling in their assigned area(s). Durable tooling includes machining fixtures, gauges, lifting devices, and material handling equipment to support Module Centers & Operations (MC&O). This position operates within the durable tooling value stream and serves as a conduit between internal stakeholders, Operational Excellence, OEM design services, and tooling OEMs. You are a self-directed team player operating with minimal oversight.

Additional responsibilities include, but may not be limited to, the following:

• Analyze tooling packages from Manufacturing Engineering to understand scope-of-work requirements.
• Conduct concept and layout approval design reviews to support NPI programs.
• Calculate cost estimates for tool design and manufacturing projects.
• Complete export reviews for jurisdiction and classification of tool drawings, CAD files, and tooling commodities.
• Approve and release durable tooling reference packages for design, manufacturing, alteration, and/or repair.
• Participate and adhere to cross-training practices to broaden your expertise and overall business process capacity across the Module Centers & Operations (MC&O) organization.
• Disposition supplier non-conformances for accept, reject, or repair and lead supplier to complete RRCA for all escapes.
• Contribute to continuous improvement projects as required.
• Execute to Manufacturing Engineering Specifications and Manufacturing Engineering Instructions.
• Candidate will be operationally and technically involved with any tool management software launches pursued by their assigned Module Center.
• Must be able to review drawings and concepts and resolve producibility concerns.
• Candidate must possess a positive attitude and be able communicate well with staff and management.
• Role likely requires 10%-20% travel.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Engineering/Other Technical Positions: Bachelor’s degree (typically in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations OR
• Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum of 3 years of experience OR
• In absence of a degree, 8 years of relevant experience is required.
• Must be a US Citizen.
• Experience in dimension and geometric tolerance of tooling prints and models.
• The candidate must be proficient in NX or similar CAD software.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting 2-D drawings, 3-D CAD models, and GD&T (ASME Y14.5), ability to design for manufacturing simplicity, and a strong understanding of technical blueprints.
• Strong Office 365 experience (e.g., Excel, Word, SharePoint, PowerPoint, Visio, etc.).

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience in Teamcenter and SAP.
• Knowledge of Global Trade Compliance requirements is a plus.
• Familiarity with model-based definition (MBD).
• Understanding of AS 9100 is a plus
• Understanding of ISO 13399 is a plus
• Experience working with any premier tool management software is a plus

Learn More & Apply Now:

In addition to transforming the future of flight, we are also transforming how and where we work. We’ve introduced role types to help you understand how you will operate in our blended work environment. This role is:

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance workers, as they are essential to the development of our engines.

The salary range for this role is 82,000 USD - 164,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills. Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance. This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply. RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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