Senior Tooling Engineer - Design & Optimize Tools

the-pivot-group-careers; Glendale (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Mason, MI is actively building a network of skilled Tooling Engineers for partner manufacturers in West Michigan. They seek professionals with significant tooling design experience and a focus on long-term fit, expected to collaborate across production teams and support tooling lifecycle management.

Ideal candidates bring a 5+ year track record in tooling design and optimization, strong CAD/CAM skills (SolidWorks/AutoCAD/CATIA), and a solid understanding of

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years in tooling design, development, and optimization within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in CAD/CAM software for designing and simulating tooling (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, CATIA).
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and their impact on tooling performance.
• Experience with tool room operations, including machining, grinding, and assembly of complex tools.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize tooling solutions for manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate with production teams to identify tooling needs and implement improvements.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for tooling-related issues.
• Manage the lifecycle of tooling, including procurement, maintenance, and disposal.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation for tooling specifications and procedures.
• Evaluate new tooling technologies and materials for potential application in production.
• Provide technical support and training to manufacturing personnel on tooling usage and maintenance.

Skills

Tooling design

Root cause analysis

Documentation

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

CATIA

Job description

The Pivot Group Network in Mason, MI is actively building a network of skilled Tooling Engineers for partner manufacturers in West Michigan. They seek professionals with significant tooling design experience and a focus on long-term fit, expected to collaborate across production teams and support tooling lifecycle management.

Ideal candidates bring a 5+ year track record in tooling design and optimization, strong CAD/CAM skills (SolidWorks/AutoCAD/CATIA), and a solid understanding of