Tooling Engineer – Battle Creek Area

The Pivot Group Careers; Battle Creek (MI); On-site; USD 71,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network is actively connecting qualified Tooling Engineers with manufacturers around Battle Creek, MI. This role focuses on designing and improving tooling for manufacturing processes, updating tooling records, and supporting production teams with tool setups.

Qualified candidates will have a mechanical engineering background, hands-on fixture/gauge design experience, and CAD proficiency (SolidWorks/AutoCAD).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical or manufacturing engineering or equivalent experience.
• Hands-on experience with fixture and gauge design.
• Proficiency in CAD software for tool and part modeling.
• Knowledge of machining processes and tool materials.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Experience supporting active production lines.

Responsibilities

• Update tooling drawings and records after changes.
• Support production teams with tooling setup and adjustments.
• Design and build fixtures, jigs, and gauges for production lines.
• Troubleshoot tooling problems during production runs.
• Review tool designs and drawings for accuracy and manufacturability.
• Coordinate tool builds and repairs with outside shops.
• Track tooling costs, lead times, and maintenance schedules.
• Run trials on new tools and document results.

Skills

Fixture and gauge design

GD&T interpretation

Reading engineering drawings

Production line support

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or manufacturing engineering

Equivalent experience

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Description:

Tooling Engineer | Battle Creek, MI

Salary Range: $71,000 – $110,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for designing and improving tooling for manufacturing processes? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We collaborate with companies in the Battle Creek area seeking experienced Tooling Engineers.

We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan’s manufacturing regions. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

This posting covers Tooling Engineer opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Battle Creek in Calhoun County, within about 45 minutes of the city, including Marshall, Springfield, and Augusta.

The Opportunity

We work with companies in the Battle Creek area that add Tooling Engineers to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you’re looking for.

Usual Responsibilities

• Update tooling drawings and records after changes.
• Support production teams with tooling setup and adjustments.
• Design and build fixtures, jigs, and gauges for production lines.
• Troubleshoot tooling problems during production runs.
• Review tool designs and drawings for accuracy and manufacturability.
• Coordinate tool builds and repairs with outside shops.
• Track tooling costs, lead times, and maintenance schedules.
• Run trials on new tools and document results.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in mechanical or manufacturing engineering or equivalent experience.
• Hands‑on experience with fixture and gauge design.
• Proficiency in CAD software for tool and part modeling.
• Knowledge of machining processes and tool materials.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Experience supporting active production lines.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with injection molding or stamping tooling.
• Familiarity with CNC programming.
• Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement training.
• Project management experience for tool builds.
• Experience with tool room equipment and repair.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Fixture Design Engineer, Tooling Specialist, Die Engineer, Mold Design Engineer, Production Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Tool Design Engineer, Process Engineer

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who’ve been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic – they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search – market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we’ll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.

Required Skills:

Resume Offers Support Development Root Cause Analysis ROOT Analysis Salary Hiring Partnerships SolidWorks Recruiting Compensation Components Mechanical Engineering Inspection Optimization Manufacturing Specifications AutoCAD Procurement Materials Preparation Software Documentation Maintenance Design Engineering

Salary Package:

$ 71,000.00 – 110,000.00 (US Dollar)