Tool & Die Designer - Stamping Press

Quick Tie Products, Inc.; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Quick Tie Products, Inc. is looking for an experienced Tool & Die Designer in Jacksonville, Florida. This role involves designing progressive and single-hit stamping dies, developing strip layouts, and creating manufacturing documentation using SolidWorks or Inventor.

The ideal candidate should have over 5 years of experience in stamping die design and a strong understanding of tooling design in a production environment. This position requires a blend of design expertise and practical knowledge of metal stamping processes.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive stamping die design experience.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks, Inventor or similar 3D CAD software.
• Strong knowledge of strip layout development, die sequencing, and forming operations.
• Understanding of GD&T and sheet metal forming.
• Experienced in die construction methods and machining processes.

Responsibilities

• Design progressive and single-hit stamping dies.
• Create detailed die assemblies and manufacturing documentation.
• Support die build and troubleshooting activities.
• Evaluate tooling performance and implement design improvements.

Skills

Progressive stamping die design

SolidWorks

Inventor

GD&T

Metal stamping processes

Education

Associate degree in Mechanical Design or equivalent

Tools

CNC machining

Wire EDM

Grinding

Job description

TOOL & DIE DESIGNER – PROGRESSIVE STAMPING

We are seeking an experienced Tool & Die Designer with a background in progressive stamping die design. This position is responsible for developing strip layouts, designing tooling, creating detailed manufacturing drawings, and supporting die build and tryout activities. The ideal candidate understands both tooling design and the practical realities of metal stamping production.

Key Responsibilities

• Design progressive and single-hit stamping dies for metal stamping applications.
• Create detailed die assemblies, component drawings, and manufacturing documentation using SolidWorks or Inventor.
• Generate part drawings from customer prints and specifications, including GD&T requirements.
• Design tooling with consideration for manufacturing methods such as CNC machining, wire EDM, and grinding.
• Support die build, tryout, troubleshooting, and production launch activities.
• Evaluate tooling performance and implement design improvements to enhance quality, productivity, and tool life.
• Work closely with toolmakers, machinists, and production personnel throughout the tooling development process.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive stamping die design experience.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks, Inventor, or similar 3D CAD software.
• Strong knowledge of strip layout development, die sequencing, blanking, piercing, and forming operations.
• Understanding of GD&T, sheet metal forming, and metal stamping processes.
• Knowledge of die construction methods and machining processes including CNC machining, wire EDM, and grinding.
• Experience supporting die tryout and troubleshooting activities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in Mechanical Design, Manufacturing Technology, Engineering Technology, or equivalent practical experience.

Note

This position requires progressive stamping die design experience. Candidates whose experience is primarily product design or general mechanical engineering without tooling design experience may not be a fit for this role.