Senior Tooling Engineer: Lead NPI & Cost Reduction

Haier US Appliance Solutions, Inc.; Kentucky; On-site; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Appliances, a Haier company, seeks a Principal Tooling Engineer in Louisville, KY to lead tooling initiatives across metal stamping. You will own projects from concept through installation, partner with operations, and drive continuous improvement for cost, quality, and efficiency.

The role requires 7+ years in tooling procurement and die design, plus strong CAD skills. Expect cross‑functional collaboration, travel, and a focus on Lean and HOP principles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or equivalent hands‑on experience.
• 7+ years of tooling procurement and tool & die design concepts.
• Proficient in 3D CAD tools (NX/SolidWorks/Creo or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Lead tooling procurement projects from specification development through installation and qualification.
• Drive supplier selection, early engagement, technical reviews, and factory layout development.
• Ensure tooling is reliable, cost‑effective, and maximizes OEE; own project metrics.

Skills

Tooling procurement

Tool & die design

3D CAD

Education

BS in Engineering

Tool & die apprenticeship

Tools

NX

SolidWorks

Creo

Job description

GE Appliances, a Haier company, seeks a Principal Tooling Engineer in Louisville, KY to lead tooling initiatives across metal stamping. You will own projects from concept through installation, partner with operations, and drive continuous improvement for cost, quality, and efficiency.

The role requires 7+ years in tooling procurement and die design, plus strong CAD skills. Expect cross‑functional collaboration, travel, and a focus on Lean and HOP principles.