Tooling Engineer

Nucor Corporation; St. Joe (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401K and Roth accounts

Profit sharing

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Stock program

Job summary

Nucor Fastener Indiana is seeking a Tool Design Engineer to design and develop tooling, manufacturing processes, and detailed tooling drawings that meet customer specifications and industry standards. You will work with the Forming, Tooling, and Wire Processing teams to optimize tool performance, drive process improvements, and ensure safety is upheld across all operations.

This role requires a degree in engineering and hands-on experience with 3D CAD; candidates should be prepared to contribute

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related field.
• 2+ years experience with 3D design software, SolidWorks and/or AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop tooling, manufacturing processes, part progressions, and detailed tooling drawings to meet customer specs and industry standards.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase production rates and tooling life.
• Collaborate with the Forming, Tooling, and Wire Processing departments to ensure optimal tool performance and quality.
• Maintain safety policies and housekeeping standards at all times.

Skills

3D design software

Tool design

Manufacturing engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Other Available Locations: N/A

Welcome to Nucor, where our unique culture sets us apart. Joining Nucor means becoming part of North America's largest steel and steel products manufacturer, offering unmatched career opportunities and stability. We are known for our innovative sustainability practices and are the continent's largest recycler. Our vibrant culture, built on personal connections and teamwork, empowers every team member with the freedom to innovate and contribute to our collective success. Experience a workplace where safety, efficiency, and meaningful personal connections define every day, enriching both our teammates and the communities we serve.

Nucor supports its teammates with top-tier benefits like Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability Insurance, 401K and Roth accounts, Profit sharing, Pay-for-performance bonuses, Paid parental leave, Tuition reimbursement, Stock program, Scholarships and more.

Basic Job Functions:

Job Details

Division: Nucor Fastener Indiana

Location: St. Joe, IN, United States

Other Available Locations: N/A

Welcome to Nucor, where our unique culture sets us apart. Joining Nucor means becoming part of North America's largest steel and steel products manufacturer, offering unmatched career opportunities and stability. We are known for our innovative sustainability practices and are the continent's largest recycler. Our vibrant culture, built on personal connections and teamwork, empowers every team member with the freedom to innovate and contribute to our collective success. Experience a workplace where safety, efficiency, and meaningful personal connections define every day, enriching both our teammates and the communities we serve.

Nucor supports its teammates with top-tier benefits like Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability Insurance, 401K and Roth accounts, Profit sharing, Pay-for-performance bonuses, Paid parental leave, Tuition reimbursement, Stock program, Scholarships and more.

Basic Job Functions:

The Tool Design Engineer is responsible for designing and developing tooling, manufacturing processes, part progressions, and detailed tooling drawings required to produce fasteners that meet customer print specifications and industry standards. This role will also support the identification and implementation of process improvements aimed at increasing production rates, extending tooling life, and enhancing part quality. This position will work closely with the Forming, Tooling, and Wire Processing departments to ensure optimal tool performance and consistent quality.

Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field
• Two (2) years’ experience with 3D design software, i.e. SolidWorks and/or AutoCAD

Preferred Qualifications:

• Basic knowledge of nut/bolt cold forming principles
• Experience in tool design, mechanical design, or a related manufacturing engineering role
• Hands‑on experience with tooling, dies, fixtures, or cold‑forming processes
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. Nucor will not sponsor the need for a visa now or in the future.

Candidates must be able to perform all essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Nucor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace