Prototype Die Designer

Aegis Worldwide; Michigan; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Aegis Worldwide is seeking an experienced Prototype Die & Fixture Designer to support an increased project workload. This role focuses on prototype tooling and fixtures — not production die design — and requires hands-on design experience and the ability to work independently on projects.

You will design prototype dies and tooling from concept through completion, develop detailed 3D models and drawings using CATIA or NX, and collaborate with engineering, toolmakers, and manufacturing teams to

Qualifications

• 5+ years of prototype die/tooling design experience.
• Proficient with CATIA or NX.
• Strong understanding of tooling, fabrication, machining and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to take a project from initial requirements through completed design.
• Experience specifically within prototype tooling/die environments; production-die-only experience will not be a fit.

Responsibilities

• Design prototype dies and tooling from concept through completion.
• Design prototype assembly fixtures.
• Develop detailed 3D models and drawings using CATIA or NX.
• Review part data, specifications, and project requirements to develop appropriate tooling solutions.
• Work closely with engineering, toolmakers, and manufacturing teams to ensure designs are functional and buildable.
• Make design modifications and troubleshoot tooling/fixture issues as projects progress.
• Manage multiple design projects based on workload and customer deadlines.

Skills

Prototype tooling

CATIA/NX

Manufacturing processes

Project execution

Tools

CATIA

NX

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Prototype Die & Fixture Designer to support increased project workload. This position is specifically focused on prototype tooling and fixtures — not production die design. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on design experience within a prototype tooling environment and be able to work independently on projects.

Responsibilities

• Design prototype dies and tooling from concept through completion
• Design prototype assembly fixtures
• Develop detailed 3D models and drawings using CATIA or NX
• Review part data, specifications, and project requirements to develop appropriate tooling solutions
• Work closely with engineering, toolmakers, and manufacturing teams to ensure designs are functional and buildable
• Make design modifications and troubleshoot tooling/fixture issues as projects progress
• Manage multiple design projects based on workload and customer deadlines

Requirements

• 5+ years of prototype die/tooling design experience
• Must be proficient with CATIA or NX
• Strong understanding of tooling, fabrication, machining, and manufacturing processes
• Ability to take a project from initial requirements through completed design
• Must have experience specifically within prototype tooling/die environments; production-die-only experience will not be a fit