Tooling Engineer

The QTI Group; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The QTI Group is partnering with a local manufacturer to hire an experienced Tooling Engineer on-site in Madison, Wisconsin, focusing on sheet metal stamping and metal forming to support new product development and tooling implementation.

You will lead tooling projects, collaborate with engineering, production and quality teams, review designs for DFM, and work with external suppliers to deliver robust tooling solutions on the shop floor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent tooling experience.
• 9+ years in tooling design, metal forming, or advanced manufacturing.
• Experience with deep draw tooling, materials flow, and Class A finishes.
• Proven project management and cross-functional leadership.

Responsibilities

• Develop tooling concepts for new product launches and transition designs to manufacturing.
• Provide DFM recommendations to improve quality and manufacturability.
• Collaborate with external tooling suppliers on tool development and validation.
• Lead multiple tooling projects, managing timelines, budgets, and quality.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing issues and implement root-cause solutions.
• Support materials selection, tooling optimization, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoForm

Job description

The QTI Group is partnering with a local manufacturer to hire an experienced Tooling Engineer. We are seeking a hands‑on Tooling Engineer with deep expertise in sheet metal stamping and metal forming processes to support new product development, tooling implementation, and continuous improvement efforts in a highly quality-focused manufacturing environment. This is an opportunity to serve as a technical subject matter expert while working closely with engineering, production, quality, and operations teams.

Location: On-Site in Madison, Wisconsin

Compensation: $115,000 - $130,000 depending on experience + bonus potential and excellent benefits

Responsibilities:

• Support new product launches by developing tooling concepts and helping transition designs into manufacturing.
• Review product designs and provide Design for Manufacturing (DFM) recommendations to improve quality, manufacturability, and cost.
• Partner with external tooling suppliers on tool development, validation, and implementation projects.
• Lead multiple tooling projects, ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality expectations are met.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and production teams to troubleshoot issues, identify root causes, and implement solutions.
• Support material selection, tooling optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations.
• Work directly on the production floor with operators, supervisors, and engineering teams to drive successful outcomes.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field; equivalent tooling and manufacturing experience will also be considered.
• 9+ years of progressive experience in tooling design, metal forming, sheet metal stamping, or advanced manufacturing environments.
• Experience with deep draw tooling design, materials flow, and metal forming processes.
• Experience supporting products with Class A surface or cosmetic finish requirements.
• Proven project management skills and the ability to lead cross-functional initiatives without direct authority.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts for a variety of audiences.
• Proficiency with CAD software; experience with SolidWorks and AutoForm is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and commitment to quality.