Senior Tooling Engineer

Prime Management Group Inc.; Independence (KY); On-site; USD 115,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Prime Management Group Inc. is seeking a Senior Tooling Engineer in Independence, KY to lead production tooling design and optimization on a hands-on team.

You will develop dies, molds, fixtures, gauges, and related tooling, applying GD&T and SolidWorks 3D CAD to deliver reliable, cost-efficient solutions on fast-paced production lines. Responsibilities include designing tooling, validating assemblies, troubleshooting issues, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and guiding capital projects

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or hands-on equivalent) in engineering preferred.
• Significant Tool & Die experience and tooling design.
• Strong GD&T knowledge is required.
• CAD/CAM experience, especially SolidWorks 3D.
• Deep understanding of machining and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with project management and capital projects.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally; valid passport.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop tooling, dies, jigs, fixtures using SolidWorks 3D CAD.
• Analyze designs and customer requirements to determine tooling needs.
• Oversee tooling assembly, testing, validation, launch, and implementation.
• Troubleshoot tooling and process issues with corrective actions.
• Improve tooling to increase quality, productivity, reliability, and cost efficiency.
• Apply GD&T to meet design specs and quality requirements.
• Prepare drawings, BOMs, maintenance procedures, and tooling docs.
• Coordinate with production, quality, maintenance during launches and improvements.
• Travel to customers and suppliers as required.

Skills

Tool & Die design

GD&T

Machining knowledge

Manufacturing processes

Project management

Root cause analysis

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

CAD/CAM

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Project

Job description

Senior Tooling Engineer

Location: Independence, KY Salary: $115,000-$125,000 per year

Build Better. Solve Complex Problems. Drive Manufacturing Excellence.

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Tooling Engineer to join a manufacturing team in Independence, KY. This is a hands‑on engineering role for a technically strong professional who understands tool and die design, GD&T, CAD, machining, and manufacturing processes and enjoys turning engineering challenges into practical, production‑ready solutions.

You will play a key role in designing, developing, testing, troubleshooting, and improving production tooling - including dies, molds, fixtures, gauges, material handling equipment, and specialized manufacturing tooling.

Working closely with Production, Quality, Maintenance, Engineering, suppliers, and customers, you will help ensure tooling delivers the quality, reliability, efficiency, and cost performance required in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

What You’ll Do

• Design and develop specialized tooling, dies, molds, jigs, fixtures, gauges, and related production equipment using SolidWorks 3D CAD
• Analyze product designs and customer requirements to determine tooling needs and manufacturing feasibility
• Oversee tooling assembly, testing, validation, launch, and implementation
• Troubleshoot tooling, mechanical, electrical, and process issues and implement effective corrective actions
• Improve existing tooling to increase quality, productivity, reliability, and cost efficiency
• Apply GD&T and engineering principles to ensure tooling meets design specifications and quality requirements
• Conduct root-cause analysis of tooling failures and develop preventive solutions
• Prepare engineering drawings, BOMs, maintenance procedures, tooling documentation, and other technical records
• Coordinate with Production, Quality, Maintenance, and Operations during new product launches, process changes, and engineering improvements
• Manage tooling requirements, maintenance schedules, spare tooling, and inventory
• Work directly with tooling and engineering suppliers, providing design direction, resolving issues, and monitoring timelines
• Participate in sales and quoting reviews to identify technical risks and ensure customer requirements are properly addressed
• Develop project plans for capital projects and, when required, serve as the primary project manager
• Provide hands‑on technical support to electricians, mechanics, and operations personnel in diagnosing and resolving manufacturing issues
• Assist in developing long‑term capital improvement plans focused on equipment upgrades, process improvements, and cost savings
• Research new materials, technologies, and manufacturing methods to improve tooling performance
• Lead engineering and process improvement studies that deliver measurable improvements
• Support cost analysis and quoting activities, including developing methods to predict production, component, tooling, fixture, design, and assembly costs
• Organize and maintain engineering records, drawings, designs, and technical documentation
• Travel to customers and suppliers, including locations outside the United States, as required

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field preferred; equivalent hands‑on experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
• Significant experience in Tool & Die, including tooling design
• Deep, comprehensive understanding of GD&T is required
• Strong CAD/CAM experience, particularly SolidWorks 3D
• In‑depth knowledge of machining and manufacturing processes
• Knowledge of different metals and their characteristics, or the ability to independently research and develop that knowledge
• Experience with project management and capital projects
• Experience with integration activities and new product/process launches
• Strong analytical, planning, scheduling, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel and Project
• A hands‑on approach and willingness to get directly involved in solving production and tooling challenges
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
• Valid passport or ability to obtain one

Why This Role?

This is an opportunity to have a direct impact on manufacturing performance. You will be trusted with meaningful engineering challenges, capital projects, tooling improvements, new product launches, supplier relationships, and opportunities to improve the way the plant operates.

If you're an experienced tooling professional who enjoys solving complex problems and seeing your engineering solutions come to life on the production floor, we want to hear from you.