Tooling Design Engineer

Fiberon; Badin (NC); On-site; USD 63,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Tooling Designer to manage tooling creation and enhance existing designs for manufacturing. You will collaborate with stakeholders, focusing on continuous improvement and ensuring a strong tooling program is in place. Responsibilities include designing extrusion tooling, using CAD software, and analyzing tool-related issues. The role requires a degree in Drafting or Engineering and proficiency in CAD software.

Benefits

Comprehensive health plans

401(k) program with company contribution

Product discounts

Flexible time off benefits

Inclusive fertility/adoption benefits

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in CAD or AutoCAD software.
• Thorough knowledge of drafting techniques and engineering terminology.

Responsibilities

• Design 2D / 3D extrusion tooling and CAD models.
• Assist in analysis of extrusion tool related issues.
• Maintain proper housekeeping and safety standards.

Skills

CAD

Microsoft Office

Education

Degree in Drafting & Design

Degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Solidworks

Inventor

CFD simulation software

Job description

Job Description

In this role, you will manage tooling creation and design, as well as enhance existing designs for tools used in the manufacturing process. You will collaborate with internal stakeholders, with a focus on continuous improvement, ensuring a strong tooling program is in place for Operations.

YOUR ROLE:

• Design 2D / 3D extrusion tooling and CAD models to be used by the Toolroom.
• Use of CAD software, such as AutoCad, Solidworks or Inventor.
• Read and create blueprints to be used in the Toolroom and production per ASME Y14.5-2009
• Use of Computational Fluid Dynamics simulation software (CFD) to assist in die design
• Initiate and file Tooling Introduction paperwork to be used by the Toolroom
• Construct BOMs for tool builds and procure steel to be used
• Assist in analysis of extrusion tool related issues and recommend solutions
• Work from existing drawings / sketches to create models
• Utilize measuring tools, such as calipers, micrometers, comparators, etc.
• Thorough knowledge of drafting techniques and engineering terminology
• Maintain proper housekeeping and safety standards, making proper use of PPE, as required

Qualifications:
Qualifications

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Degree in Drafting & Design, Engineering or similar discipline

• 3+ years experience in CAD or AutoCAD software

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• AS-400 knowledge preferred
• Prior knowledge of CFD simulation software and its use
• Extrusion knowledge, a plus. ****

Additional Information

Fortune Brands believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is Hiring Pay Range: $63,000 - $95,000. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. In addition to base salary, employees will participate in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based sales incentive plan.

At Fortune Brands, we support the overall health and wellness of our associates by offering comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates’ unique needs. This includes robust health plans, a market-leading 401(k) program with a company contribution, product discounts, flexible time off benefits (including half-day summer Fridays per policy), inclusive fertility / adoption benefits, and more. We offer numerous Employee Resource Groups to support inclusivity and our associates’ feeling of belonging at work.

Fortune Brands is a brand, innovation and channel leader focused on exciting, supercharged categories in the home products, security and commercial building markets. Our portfolio of brands includes Moen, House of Rohl, Aqualisa, SpringWell, Therma-Tru, Larson, Fiberon, Master Lock, SentrySafe and Yale residential.

Fortune Brands is headquartered in Deerfield, Illinois and trades on the NYSE as FBIN

Equal Employment Opportunity:

FBIN is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Reasonable Accommodations:

FBIN is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information. Resumes submitted to this email address will not be responded to.