Tool & Die Designer

Cannon Jeffries Search Group; Coopersville (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

Cannon Jeffries Search Group is seeking a Tool & Die Designer for a family-owned tool and die manufacturer that designs and builds progressive, transfer, and single-operation stamping dies and precision metal stampings. The designer will take 3D CAD concepts from concept to production, collaborating with tool room staff and CNC operators.

The role requires strong knowledge of progressive die construction, sheet metal forming, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience utilizing 3D CAD software.
• Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience designing progressive stamping dies.
• Demonstrated understanding of metal stamping processes, die construction, and material formability.
• Strong technical aptitude, spatial reasoning, and technical drawing capabilities.
• Proven ability to work independently, prioritize workload, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment physical, background check, and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and facilitate die review meetings with both internal teams and external customers.
• Examine 3D CAD models for proper color coding, dimensional accuracy, and machinability.
• Check prototype assemblies for potential formability or assembly errors.
• Verify detail drawings for completeness, clarity, and accuracy.
• Generate accurate Bills of Materials (BOM) for tooling projects.
• Collaborate closely with tool room staff, die makers, and CNC operators to communicate design requirements and resolve build issues.
• Provide technical support to sales/estimating, production, and customer service teams.

Skills

3D CAD

Progressive stamping dies

Sheet metal forming

Technical drawing

Independent work

Project management

Job description

A family-owned tool and die manufacturer that designs and builds progressive, transfer, and single-operation stamping dies and precision metal stampings, with their design, die-making, machining, and stamping capabilities all under one roof.

About the Role

The Tool & Die Designer is responsible for designing high-quality stamping dies, prototype tooling, and die components that meet exact customer specifications. Working closely with on-site toolmakers and CNC operators, you will have the opportunity to take your 3D CAD designs from concept to completed tooling on the production floor. The ideal candidate brings strong practical knowledge of progressive die construction, sheet metal forming, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and facilitate die review meetings with both internal teams and external customers.
• Examine 3D CAD models for proper color coding, dimensional accuracy, and machinability.
• Check prototype assemblies for potential formability or assembly errors.
• Verify detail drawings for completeness, clarity, and accuracy.
• Generate accurate Bills of Materials (BOM) for tooling projects.
• Collaborate closely with tool room staff, die makers, and CNC operators to communicate design requirements and resolve build issues.
• Provide technical support to sales/estimating, production, and customer service teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience utilizing 3D CAD software.
• Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience designing progressive stamping dies.
• Demonstrated understanding of metal stamping processes, die construction, and material formability.
• Strong technical aptitude, spatial reasoning, and technical drawing capabilities.
• Proven ability to work independently, prioritize workload, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment physical, background check, and drug screen.