Tooling Designer - NX

Waltonen Engineering; Warren (MI); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K Match

OT Pay

Hybrid Schedule

Tuition Reimbursement

FSAs

Disability Insurance

Referral Program

Job summary

Waltonen Engineering, located in Warren, Michigan, is seeking a Tooling Designer to join our team. You will create engineered solutions using NX from concept through 3D design and 2D detailing, and prepare layouts for complex units and mechanisms.

You will collaborate with design leads, perform calculations, select materials, and generate bills of materials while maintaining GD&T awareness. The role offers a hybrid schedule after 90 days and opportunities to advance in a diverse engineering

Qualifications

• 1+ year of tooling design experience.
• Proficient with CAD software.
• Knowledge of materials and components.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Willing to work overtime as needed, with fluctuating workloads.

Responsibilities

• Report to Waltonen Design Lead/Program Manager.
• Create engineered solutions using NX from concept through 3D design and 2D detailing.
• Design and/or modify CAD models per customer specifications using NX.
• Prepare design layouts utilizing UGNX on complex units and mechanisms.
• Make design computations as required and select materials.
• Prepare general specifications, including bills of materials.
• Collaborate with layout drafters and detailers to finalize designs.

Skills

CAD Software

Tooling Design

Materials & Components

Analytical Thinking

Communication

Overtime Flexibility

Tools

Unigraphics UG/UGNX

BIW Weld Systems

Job description

Waltonen Engineering is seeking a Tooling Designer to join our team!

Responsibilities

• Report to Waltonen Design Lead/Program Manager
• Create engineered solutions using NX - from concept through 3D design and 2D detailing
• Design and/or modify CAD models per customer specifications using NX
• Prepare design layouts utilizing Unigraphics (UGNX) on complex units and mechanisms
• Make design computations as required
• Perform needed engineering calculations as necessary, including material selection
• Prepare general specifications, such as bills of materials
• Work with layout drafters and detailers to achieve a completed design
• Use manual or computer skills to complete design drawings
• Have basic knowledge of GD&T
• Meet all customer requirements

Qualifications

• Experience in CAD Software
• 1+ year of experience in Tooling Design
• Familiarity with material and components
• Analytical ability to recognize and solve design and mechanical problems
• Oral and written communication skills
• Willingness to work overtime as needed, with the ability to adapt to fluctuating workloads

Preferred Qualifications

• Unigraphics (UG/UGNX) experience
• BIW weld systems experience

All employees are required to work within the confines and responsibilities of the quality system.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Vacation and Holiday pay
• Employer matching 401K
• Overtime Pay: Time and a half after 40 hours
• Hybrid work schedule after 90 days for eligible positions
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Programs (FSAs)
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Referral Program
• Additional Voluntary Benefit Programs
• Off-site company events & Employee Luncheons

Who are we?

Founded in 1957 and proudly 100% U.S.-owned, Waltonen has deep roots in Warren, Michigan, and a strong commitment to supporting our local community. As a trusted engineering company, we serve the automotive, aerospace, and defense industries with precision, innovation, and integrity. Our team takes pride not only in the work we do, but in the positive impact we make—both in the industries we serve and in the community we call home.

Waltonen Engineering, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and will consider qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, marital status, weight, height, or the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or handicap.