Senior Cutting Tool Design Engineer - R&D Innovator

IMCO Carbide Tool Inc.; Perrysburg (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

Employer-Paid Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

401k Plan with Employer Match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

IMCO Carbide Tool Inc. in Perrysburg, OH, seeks a Cutting Tool Design Engineer to lead the design and development of new cutting tools, improve existing products, and set technical standards across engineering, production, and sales. You will collaborate with teams to ensure superior tool performance and value for customers.

The role emphasizes hands-on problem solving, testing, and adopting new technologies to shape IMCO's next generation of tools in a fast-growing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 5+ years of experience in tool design or a related engineering role.
• Strong knowledge of CNC machining/grinding, carbide materials, and metallurgy.
• Understanding of cutting tool geometries, specifications, and coatings.
• Experience with 3D design software (CIMulator and MasterCam a plus).
• Familiarity with ISO, OSHA, and other industry standards.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop new cutting tools with strong market potential.
• Improve existing products to enhance performance and customer value.
• Conduct research on cutting tool geometries, materials, coatings, and grinding techniques.
• Stay current on industry standards and emerging technologies.
• Benchmark product performance through machine testing in collaboration with Technical Support.
• Lead and coordinate product development projects from concept through production.
• Provide technical expertise to internal teams, including marketing, sales, and customer service.
• Support machining application testing, including feeds, speeds, and tool selection.
• Serve as a technical ambassador for IMCO products.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and company policies.
• Perform special projects as assigned by the Director of Product Development.

Skills

CNC machining

Grinding

Carbide materials

Metallurgy

Cutting tool geometries

ISO/OSHA standards

3D design software

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

CIMulator

MasterCam

Job description

IMCO Carbide Tool Inc. in Perrysburg, OH, seeks a Cutting Tool Design Engineer to lead the design and development of new cutting tools, improve existing products, and set technical standards across engineering, production, and sales. You will collaborate with teams to ensure superior tool performance and value for customers.

The role emphasizes hands-on problem solving, testing, and adopting new technologies to shape IMCO's next generation of tools in a fast-growing environment.