Tool Designer I

Textron Systems: Lycoming Engines; Williamsport (Lycoming County); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Textron in Williamsport, PA is looking for a Tool Designer I to create and refine processes for parts and assemblies, with emphasis on mistake-proofing and quality. The role uses CAD to design jigs and fixtures, and to program simple CNC operations.

The candidate will own the tooling process from design through validation, and must have an associate degree or equivalent plus proficiency in MS Word/Excel and blueprint interpretation.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or two-year certificate in Tool Technology or equivalent.
• Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Word/Excel.
• Ability to read and interpret simple to intermediate blue prints.
• Strong written and spoken communication.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain detailed processes for parts, sub-assemblies, and engine build with mistake-proofing.
• Utilize CAD systems for design, detail, and checking of jigs, fixtures, gauges, tools, and simple machines.
• Create and maintain simple to intermediate CNC programs for multi-axis machines and troubleshoot tooling issues.
• Own the process and program until proven out.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Written and verbal communication

Attention to detail

Education

Associate degree or 2-year certificate in Tool Technology or equivalent

Tools

CAD systems

Microsoft Word & Excel

CNC programming basics

Job description

Job Number: 345909

Position Title: TOOL DESIGNER I

Department: 16

Grade: T-5

Date: 06/22/2018

Test Required for Placement: YES NO

Job Description - Tool Designer I (345909)

Job Scope

• Create and maintain detailed operational processes for parts, sub-assemblies, and engine build ensuring that mistake proofing techniques are incorporated into these processes.
• Utilization of CAD systems for the design, detail, and checking of simple to intermediate level jigs, fixtures, gauges, tools, and simple machines.
• Creation and maintenance of simple to intermediate level CNC programs for multiple axis machine tools including writing, editing, troubleshooting, and correcting tooling/programming problems.
• Tool designer owns process and program until proven out.

Responsibilities

• Perform assigned work in a safety conscious manner.
• Perform assigned work to specific quality and production standards.
• Maintain equipment, tools, and work area in a clean professional condition.
• Prepare or maintain all documentation necessary for the job classification.
• Perform other duties inherently required of the job classification.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or two-year certificate program in Tool Technology, Automated Manufacturing, CAM/CNC Programming or equivalent. Previous education or job experience may allow waiver of educational requirements.
• Demonstrated proficiency with computers and various types of software including Microsoft office Word and Excel.
• Ability to read and interpret simple to intermediate level blue prints.
• Ability to articulate in both written and spoken communication.

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EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.