Tool Designer - Intern

Victory Tool; Anoka (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Hands-on learning

Career growth

Competitive pay

Modern equipment

Job summary

Victory Tool in Minnesota is offering a Tool Designer Intern position for students or recent graduates in engineering technology or mechanical design. You'll work with experienced designers and toolmakers to learn and contribute to the design of metal stamping dies.

You'll gain hands-on experience with CAD, drawings, and documentation while exploring die construction and manufacturing processes in a small, collaborative team with strong mentorship and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or recent degree in Mechanical Design or Engineering Technology.
• Experience with CAD software, preferably SolidWorks.
• Strong problem-solving and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Train in designing metal stamping dies using CAD software.
• Create and update detailed manufacturing drawings and assemblies.
• Support senior designers with tooling concepts, revisions, and documentation.
• Participate in design reviews and engineering meetings.
• Work closely with toolmakers to understand manufacturing processes.
• Learn metal stamping processes, die construction, and best design practices.
• Assist with troubleshooting and implementing design improvements.
• Help maintain engineering documentation and project records.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Mechanical Design / Engineering Technology degree

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Tool Designer Intern

Victory Tool | Minnesota

About Victory Tool

Victory Tool is a modern, growing Tool & Die shop specializing in high-precision metal stamping solutions. We invest in technology, people, and processes to stay ahead, and we're building a team that takes pride in craftsmanship, innovation, and continuous improvement.

What Sets Us Apart

We are NOT a production shop.

Every design project is different. You won't be pushing out repeat jobs—you'll be solving new challenges, engineering creative solutions, and helping develop tools that require real thought and skill.

• Diverse, interesting design projects
• High-mix, manufacturing serving a wide range of industries
• Strong engineering and toolroom collaboration
• Modern equipment and technology
• Young, energetic, team-oriented environment
• Hands‑on learning from experienced designers and toolmakers
• Flexibility and opportunities for career growth
• Outstanding benefits and competitive compensation

If you enjoy solving mechanical problems and want to build a career in engineering and manufacturing, this is the place.

Position Overview

Victory Tool is looking for a motivated Tool Designer Intern who wants to develop a career in tool and die design. You'll work alongside experienced designers and toolmakers, assisting with the design of metal stamping dies while learning the engineering principles behind metal stamping dies.

This is an excellent opportunity for students or recent graduates in engineering technology, mechanical design, CAD, or related manufacturing programs.

What You'll Do

• Train in designing metal stamping dies using CAD software
• Create and update detailed manufacturing drawings and assemblies
• Support senior designers with tooling concepts, revisions, and documentation
• Participate in design reviews and engineering meetings
• Work closely with toolmakers to understand how designs are manufactured and assembled
• Learn metal stamping processes, die construction, and best design practices
• Assist with troubleshooting and implementing design improvements
• Help maintain engineering documentation and project records

What We're Looking For

• Strong mechanical aptitude and an interest in how things work
• Experience with CAD software (SolidWorks preferred, but other 3D CAD experience is welcome)
• Pursuing or recently completed a degree or technical program in Mechanical Design, Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field
• Manufacturing, machining, fabrication, or toolroom experience is a plus, but not required
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Willingness to learn from experienced designers and toolmakers
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work in a collaborative team environment
• Positive attitude, curiosity, and a desire to build a long-term career in manufacturing

Why Join Victory Tool?

Victory Tool isn't a repetitive production environment. Every project brings a new challenge and an opportunity to learn something new. You'll gain hands‑on experience working with experienced engineers and toolmakers while contributing to real customer projects from concept through completion.

We offer a young, energetic team culture with flexibility, mentorship, competitive pay, and outstanding benefits. If you're looking for an internship where you'll develop valuable engineering and manufacturing skills—not just observe from the sidelines—Victory Tool is the place to start your career.