Senior Tool Design Engineer - CAD & Fixture Pro

General Dynamics Corporation; Lincoln, Northern (NE, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems in Lincoln, NE seeks a Sr Tool Design Engineer to design and develop production tooling. You will review requirements, create fixtures, jigs, gauges, and cutting tools using CAD, and estimate costs and procurement needs. Strong engineering foundation and 5-7 years in tooling required.

Role focuses on independent work, potential project leadership, and delivering robust tooling solutions for process optimization in a climate-controlled plant.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree and 5-7 years of experience in tool design.
• Engineering degree required; strong CAD proficiency.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Designs and develops tools and machinery for manufacturing processes.
• Reviews design and build requirements to determine tooling concepts and specs.
• Develops fixtures, jigs, gauges, and related tooling for production.
• Uses CAD to create design models and documentation for fabrication.
• Estimates costs and resources; may manage tool procurement.

Skills

Tool Design

3D Modeling

GD&T

Manufacturing Tools

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

CAD Software

3D Modeling Software

Job description

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems in Lincoln, NE seeks a Sr Tool Design Engineer to design and develop production tooling. You will review requirements, create fixtures, jigs, gauges, and cutting tools using CAD, and estimate costs and procurement needs. Strong engineering foundation and 5-7 years in tooling required.

Role focuses on independent work, potential project leadership, and delivering robust tooling solutions for process optimization in a climate-controlled plant.