Tooling Engineer

PennEngineering®; Danboro (PA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental & Vision benefits

Parental Leave

401k with Employer Match

Paid time off & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

On the job training

Performance bonuses

Community volunteering

Referral bonus program

Employee-centric culture

Job summary

PennEngineering in Danboro, PA is seeking a Toolroom Engineer to support toolroom operations across CNC grinding, EDM, milling, turning and polishing. You will lead programming optimization and advanced automation projects to boost tool life and cut cycle times.

You will drive equipment modernization, implement cost-saving initiatives, and collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, and quality to resolve tooling issues while ensuring safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of toolroom experience with hands-on CNC machining.
• Associate's Degree in relevant discipline required.
• Bachelor's Degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering a plus.
• NIMS certification a plus.
• Proficient with Mastercam programming software.
• Experience programming Mazak (Mazatrol), conversational programming, and G-code.
• Hands-on experience with wire and ram EDM, CNC milling, CNC grinding, turning, and polishing.
• Working knowledge of heat treatment and PVD coating processes.
• Experience conducting tool life analysis and failure mode studies.
• Experience with metal 3D printing / additive manufacturing preferred.
• Demonstrated track record of cost savings, equipment modernization, and capital project execution.
• Experience implementing lights-out or unattended automation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead process optimization of CNC programs and processes on equipment using Mastercam, Mazak Mazatrol, conversational programming, and G-code.
• Support toolroom operations across CNC grinding, wire & ram EDM, 5-axis CNC, CNC milling, and CNC lathes.
• Perform tool life analysis and failure mode studies to identify root causes and drive corrective action.
• Lead process and programming optimization projects to improve cycle time, quality, and tool life.
• Identify, scope, and execute equipment modernization and capital improvement projects for the toolroom.
• Develop and implement cost savings projects across toolroom processes and consumables.
• Design and implement lights-out / unattended automation to increase toolroom capacity and efficiency.
• Apply metal 3D printing (additive manufacturing) techniques to tooling and fixture development where applicable.
• Design, build, and troubleshoot fixturing to support new and existing tooling and manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate with manufacturing operators, engineering, tool makers, and quality to resolve tooling issues and improve part quality.
• Document processes, programs, and machine settings in accordance with established company procedures.
• Follow all standard operating procedures, quality standards, and safety requirements.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities and 5S initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

CNC programming

Process optimization

Project leadership

Problem solving

Collaboration

Education

Associate's Degree in relevant discipline

Bachelor's Degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering

NIMS certification

Tools

Mastercam

Mazatrol Mazak

G-code

5-axis CNC

Conventional programming

EDM (wire & ram)

3D printing / additive manufacturing

Job description

Position Summary

At PennEngineering, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. You can contribute to work that matters with a company where diversity, equity and belonging are shared values. We're committed to fostering an environment for every employee that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

At PennEngineering, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. You can contribute to work that matters with a company where diversity, equity and belonging are shared values. We're committed to fostering an environment for every employee that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

PennEngineering is seeking a Toolroom Engineer for our Danboro, PA team. The Toolroom Engineer supports the toolroom that services the manufacturing of fasteners, providing hands‑on CNC programming, tooling, and process expertise across grinding, EDM, milling, turning, polishing, heat treatment, and coating operations. This role drives equipment modernization, cost savings, tool life improvement, and automation initiatives that keep the toolroom running at peak capability.

Join us as we build the future in Manufacturing and Engineering!

Perks And Benefits

• Medical & Employer Paid: Dental and Vision
• Parental Leave
• 401k and Employer Match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid On the Job Training
• Performance incentive bonuses
• Community Volunteering
• Talent Referral Bonus Program
• Employee Centric Culture

What You Will Do

• Lead process optimization of CNC programs and processes on equipment using Mastercam, Mazak (Maz) Control, conversational programming, and G-code.
• Support toolroom operations across CNC grinding, wire & ram EDM, 5-axis CNC, CNC milling, and CNC lathes.
• Perform tool life analysis and failure mode studies to identify root cause and drive corrective action.
• Lead process and programming optimization projects to improve cycle time, quality, and tool life.
• Identify, scope, and execute equipment modernization and capital improvement projects for the toolroom.
• Develop and implement cost savings projects across toolroom processes and consumables.
• Design and implement lights‑out / unattended automation to increase toolroom capacity and efficiency.
• Apply metal 3D printing (additive manufacturing) techniques to tooling and fixture development where applicable.
• Design, build, and troubleshoot fixturing to support new and existing tooling and manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate with manufacturing operators, engineering, tool makers, and quality to resolve tooling issues and improve part quality.
• Document processes, programs, and machine settings in accordance with established company procedures.
• Follow all standard operating procedures, quality standards, and safety requirements.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities and 5S initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Location

Danboro, PA

Requirements

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• Minimum of 3-5 years of toolroom experience with hands‑on CNC machining.
• Associate's Degree in relevant discipline
• Bachelor's Degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering a plus
• NIMS certification a plus
• Proficient with Mastercam programming software.
• Experience programming Mazak (Mazatrol), conversational programming, and G-code.
• Hands‑on experience with wire and ram EDM, CNC milling, CNC grinding, turning, and polishing.
• Working knowledge of heat treatment and PVD coating processes.
• Experience conducting tool life analysis and failure mode studies.
• Experience with metal 3D printing / additive manufacturing preferred.
• Demonstrated track record of cost savings, equipment modernization, and capital project execution.
• Experience implementing lights‑out or unattended automation preferred.
• Proven project leadership ability and successful record of completing engineering assignments.

Physical Requirements

• Visual acuity for detailed work.
• Must be able to lift a maximum of 50 lbs. from floor to waist, and waist to floor.
• Must be able to work in an air‑conditioned/non air‑conditioned environment.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment for approximately 8 hours.
• Must be able to travel between buildings in all types of weather.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills.

Our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Belonging (DEB) endeavors to create a safe space for all employees and customers, regardless of age, race, sex, gender identity, national origin, or religion. We lift up voices and opinions by creating a respectful work environment where difference is valued, and we are doing our part to build towards a greater society where diverse points of view are celebrated.